The Elusive Samurai returned for its second season in July 2026, and fans are already looking ahead to Episode 3. The historical action anime from CloverWorks continues the journey of Hojo Tokiyuki, a young lord on the run after his family was overthrown. Episode 3 is scheduled to release on July 31, 2026, continuing the weekly broadcast schedule.
The series airs every Friday on Tokyo MX in Japan and streams simultaneously on Crunchyroll for global audiences. The second season has a total of 12 episodes, matching the length of the first season.
Episode 3 Release Date and Time
The Elusive Samurai Season 2 Episode 3 releases on Friday, July 31, 2026. The episode airs on Tokyo MX in Japan at 11:30 PM JST. For viewers outside Japan, Crunchyroll streams the episode with English subtitles shortly after the Japanese broadcast.
| Region | Release Time |
|---|---|
| Japan (JST) | Friday, July 31, 11:30 PM |
| France (CEST) | Friday, July 31, around 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| US Pacific (PT) | Friday, July 31, around 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM |
The exact streaming time on Crunchyroll varies by region due to simulcast processing, but the episode typically becomes available within a few hours of the Japanese broadcast.
Where to Watch The Elusive Samurai Season 2
Crunchyroll is the exclusive streaming platform for The Elusive Samurai Season 2 worldwide. The series is available with English subtitles and also offers Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu dubs for viewers in India.
The anime also airs on Fuji TV’s noitaminA block in Japan and on AT-X network. For most international viewers, Crunchyroll remains the primary way to watch new episodes as they release.
Story Progress So Far in Season 2
The Elusive Samurai Season 2 picks up after the events of the first season. Hojo Tokiyuki, the rightful heir to the Kamakura shogunate, escaped the massacre of his family when Ashikaga Takauji betrayed the shogunate. With the help of the Shinto priest Suwa Yorishige, Tokiyuki arrived in Suwa territory, where he began building alliances and training to reclaim Kamakura.
Episode 1 of Season 2 premiered on July 17, 2026, reintroducing Tokiyuki and his growing band of followers. Episode 2 followed on July 24, 2026. The second episode featured a tense confrontation between Tokiyuki (disguised as “Chojumaru”) and the suspicious governor Sadamune.
Sadamune sent his subordinate Shinzaburo to exchange gifts with Suwa Shrine, testing Tokiyuki’s identity. The young Ayako stepped in to help, offering to accompany Shinzaburo and turning the situation in Tokiyuki’s favor. The episode also showed Suwa training Tokiyuki, preparing him for the challenges ahead.
What to Expect in Episode 3
Episode 3 continues the “Verbal Battle” arc, where Tokiyuki must use his wits and evasion skills rather than direct combat to survive. The episode is expected to show more of the political tensions between Tokiyuki’s faction and the forces loyal to Ashikaga Takauji.
The series is based on the manga by Yusei Matsui, which concluded its five-year run in Weekly Shonen Jump earlier in 2026. The anime adaptation has been praised for its visually creative animation style and its ability to blend historical drama with surreal comedy.
Production Team and Cast
Yuta Yamazaki returns as director for Season 2, with Yasushi Nishiya handling character designs and serving as chief animation director. Yoriko Tomita oversees the scripts. The music is composed by GEMBI and Akiyuki Tateyama.
The opening theme for Season 2 is “Onigoto,” performed by Kento Nakajima. The main voice cast returns from the first season, including the actors behind Tokiyuki Hojo, Suwa Yorishige, and other key characters.
Episode Schedule for Season 2
The second season follows a weekly release pattern every Friday. Here is the confirmed schedule for the first several episodes:
- Episode 1 – July 17, 2026
- Episode 2 – July 24, 2026
- Episode 3 – July 31, 2026
- Episode 4 – August 7, 2026
- Episode 5 – August 14, 2026
- Episode 6 – August 21, 2026
- Episode 7 – August 28, 2026
- Episode 8 – September 4, 2026
- Episode 9 – September 11, 2026
- Episode 10 – September 18, 2026
- Episode 11 – September 25, 2026
- Episode 12 – October 2, 2026
The total of 12 episodes matches the first season’s length. The series will conclude in early October 2026.
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Global Streaming Availability
The Elusive Samurai Season 2 streams exclusively on Crunchyroll in multiple regions. The platform offers the series with subtitles in various languages. For Indian viewers, Crunchyroll provides Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu dubs.
The series is also available through Muse Indonesia for viewers in Southeast Asia. The show airs on Fuji TV’s noitaminA block in Japan, which has been a home for critically acclaimed anime for many years.
With Episode 3 arriving on July 31, 2026, fans of the series can look forward to another week of Tokiyuki’s journey to reclaim his birthright. The series continues to deliver a mix of action, comedy, and historical drama that made the first season a standout hit.
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