Rurouni Kenshin — All Theme Songs

1 Openings · 1 Endings

Rurouni Kenshin Opening Themes

OP 1Eps 1–24

"Sobakasu"

by Judy and Mary

About the artist: Judy and Mary were a hugely popular J-pop/rock band of the 1990s. Sobakasu became one of the defining anime openings of the decade.
Fan reception:: Widely regarded as one of the best anime openings of the 1990s, instantly recognizable to fans of the era.

Rurouni Kenshin Ending Themes

ED 1Eps 1–17

"Tactics"

by The Yellow Monkey

About the artist: The Yellow Monkey were a major Japanese rock band whose glam-influenced sound gave Kenshin an unexpectedly moody closing theme.
Fan reception:: Praised for its atmospheric contrast to the show's action-heavy episodes.

Rurouni Kenshin Theme Song — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rurouni Kenshin opening theme song?

The first Rurouni Kenshin opening theme is "Sobakasu" by Judy and Mary, playing during Eps 1–24. Widely regarded as one of the best anime openings of the 1990s, instantly recognizable to fans of the era.

Who sings "Sobakasu" from Rurouni Kenshin?

"Sobakasu" is performed by Judy and Mary. Judy and Mary were a hugely popular J-pop/rock band of the 1990s. Sobakasu became one of the defining anime openings of the decade.

What episodes does "Sobakasu" play in Rurouni Kenshin?

"Sobakasu" by Judy and Mary is the Rurouni Kenshin Opening 1, playing during Eps 1–24.

What is the Rurouni Kenshin ending theme song?

The first Rurouni Kenshin ending theme is "Tactics" by The Yellow Monkey, playing during Eps 1–17. Praised for its atmospheric contrast to the show's action-heavy episodes.

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