Review: 7/10 - Definitely Worth Watching I originally decided to watch this series due to it being written by Osamu Tezuka (Creator of series such as Astro Boy, Hi no Tori, and Black Jack). I have not read the manga, so this review is completely ignorant of the original source material and is only my opinions based upon watching this series. I ended up enjoying this series quite a bit; even though so far their isn't any positive reviews on here. A large part of why this series isn't being shown the love it deserves is due to it only recently being subtitled by the community. Story- 8:
The plot revolves around two friends, one who is a samurai and retainer; while the other is an established western doctor. This takes place in the days of the end of the Tokugawa Shogunate (Approx. 1850). Although the the main characters Ryouan, and Manjiro are fictional, the story-line tells historical events properly and accurately involving the time period. The story can be summarized into two main points for the most part: 1. A feud between western and eastern doctor ideologies apparent to the time period and 2. Various struggles within the clans involving the samurai Manjiro.

Art - 6:
There is nothing spectacular about the art, the series aired around 2000 so the art/visuals may look a little older. However this fact doesn't ruin the overall enjoyment factor.

Character - 8 :
The two main characters are Manjiro (Samurai) and Ryouan (Doctor). They both have enjoyable features that distinguish them apart. Manjiro is a straight-forward, honest person who is often too honest for his own good. While Ryouan, is seen messing around with numerous females such as at brothels; and is the type you are to take less seriously.

I recommend giving this show a watch; if you are able to come upon it.