↓ Skip to main content
Is the Anime Finished?
Is the Anime Finished?
  1. Animes/

Is Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru Finished? Everything You Need to Know Before Watching

Action Comedy Fantasy Bishounen Time Travel Ongoing
Table of Contents

What is Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru?
#

Set in the year 2205, Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru introduces us to a world where “historical revisionists” attempt to alter the past. To counter this, the Saniwa—individuals with the power to imbue life into objects—create the Tōken Danshi, powerful personifications of famous swords. While the stakes involve protecting history itself, the heart of Hanamaru centers on the cheerful daily lives of these sword warriors.

If you are looking to dive into this world, you can watch the anime on Prime Video to experience their antics for yourself.

Is the anime really finished?
#

Whether Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru is “finished” depends on what you are looking for. If you are following the specific Hanamaru narrative arc, the series has a direct sequel, Zoku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru.

However, the broader franchise is very much alive. There are numerous spinoffs, including the action-oriented Katsugeki: Touken Ranbu and the Touken Ranbu Kai series. In fact, recent news indicates that ufotable is outlining future projects for Katsugeki: Touken Ranbu with a promo reel mentioning a film opening in 2026.

While the anime provides a significant amount of content, those who want a deeper dive into the story can explore the Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru manga, which was serialized from 2016 to 2019.

Who is this anime for?
#

Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru is a unique blend of action, comedy, and fantasy. It is particularly well-suited for audiences who enjoy:

  • Bishounen Aesthetics: The series features a cast of attractive young men who are personified weapons.
  • Slice-of-Life Comedy: Much of the appeal lies in the “cheerful lives” of the characters rather than constant battle.
  • Time Travel & History: The premise of protecting the timeline from revisionists adds an intriguing layer of fantasy and historical curiosity.

If you love the character designs, you might also want to pick up some Touken Ranbu merchandise to complete your collection.

Recommended Watch Order#

Because the Touken Ranbu universe consists of various sequels, spinoffs, and prequels, the order in which you watch can change your experience. You can refer to the relationship tree on this page for a visual breakdown of these connections.

The Release Order
#

For those who want to experience the franchise as it was unveiled to the world:

  1. Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru (2016)
  2. Katsugeki: Touken Ranbu (2017)
  3. Zoku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru (2018)
  4. Toku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru Setsugetsuka (2022)
  5. Touken Ranbu Kai Kyoden (2024)
  6. Touken Ranbu Kai -Dōden Chikashi Haberau Monora- (2024)

The Recommended Order (For Newcomers)#

If you want the smoothest introduction to the characters and the world, we suggest starting with the Hanamaru line first:

  • Start with Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru and follow it with its sequel, Zoku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru. This establishes the characters and the setting.
  • Move to the action: Once you’ve enjoyed the slice-of-life elements, jump into Katsugeki: Touken Ranbu and its subsequent projects for more intense action.
  • Explore the Kai series: Watch Touken Ranbu Kai Kyoden, but keep in mind there is a prequel, Touken Ranbu Kai -Dōden Chikashi Haberau Monora-, that provides further context.

The Completionist Order
#

If you want every single piece of content, including the extras:

  • Watch the main Hanamaru series and its sequel.
  • Include the compilation film, Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru Makuai Kaisōroku.
  • Watch the Toku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru Setsugetsuka anime film trilogy.
  • Dive into the Katsugeki and Kai series, ensuring you watch the Kai prequel to get the full picture.
  • Supplement your journey by reading the original manga adaptations.

For Those Who Like Source Material
#

If you don’t mind switching between mediums, we recommend reading the manga alongside the Hanamaru series. Additionally, for the Setsugetsuka arc, there is a manga adaptation that ran from 2023 to 2024 which complements the film trilogy.

Enjoying our guides? Help us keep the lights on and continue investigating your favorite series by supporting us on Ko-fi!

Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru • anime • 2016-10-02
  └─(spinoff)→  Katsugeki: Touken Ranbu • anime • 2017-07-01
   └─(sequel)→   Katsugeki: Touken Ranbu • anime • 
   └─(related)→   Wanpaku! Touken Ranbu • anime • 
   └─(related)→   Touken Ranbu Kai Kyoden • anime • 2024-04-02
    └─(prequel)→    Touken Ranbu Kai -Dо̄den Chikashi Haberau Monora- • anime • 2024-08-16
  └─(sequel)→  Zoku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru. • anime • 2018-01-07
   └─(related)→   Toku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru ~Setsugetsuka~ • anime • 2022-05-20
    └─(adaptation)→    Toku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru ~Setsugetsuka~ • manga • 2023-05-24 to 2024-04-24 (serialized on Shonen Jump+)
  └─(compilation)→  Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru ~Makuai Kaisōroku~ • anime • 2017-12-01
  └─(adaptation)→  Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru • manga • 2016-12-10 to 2019-04-04 (serialized on Shonen Jump+)

Related