Recently, the manga Rurouni Kenshin: Hokkaido Arc has officially announced its release date, set for June 4, just over two months from now. This news comes as a surprise, especially considering that this manga was previously thought to be indefinitely suspended following the arrest of its creator, Nobuhiro Watsuki, due to a scandal involving child pornography.
Rurouni Kenshin: Hokkaido Arc will be released again on April 6
However, the situation regarding the author has been closely monitored after his arrest for child pornography. This incident put the continuation of this manga in jeopardy. It is important to note that the release of Rurouni Kenshin: Hokkaido Arc plays a significant role as it could impact the upcoming third installment of the Rurouni Kenshin film series, which is currently in production.
To provide some context about Rurouni Kenshin: Hokkaido Arc, this is the continuation of the storyline from the original Rurouni Kenshin series, where the protagonist Himura Kenshin returns to live with Kaoru, as they both embark on a journey to find a new path in life.
Himura Kenshin no longer wields the Hiten Mitsurugi-ryu sword
The storyline of Rurouni Kenshin: Hokkaido Arc begins when Kaoru discovers that her father, who she thought was lost, is actually living in Hokkaido. From there, Himura Kenshin embarks on a new journey, facing new challenges and enemies, especially since he can no longer use the legendary Hiten Mitsurugi-ryu sword.
This upcoming release is highly anticipated by fans of the series and marks an important moment in the legacy of Rurouni Kenshin. Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the release date!
