Mushibugyou

25min

Action & Adventure

Animation

The action story is set in Edo-era Tokyo in the early 1700s. The eighth shogun Tokugawa Yoshimune ordered boxes to be installed so commoners can submit their thoughts. After hearing their voices, the shogun creates a new magistrate unit — Mushibugyou — to protect the people in the heart of the city. Each member is a specialist with unique fighting skills.

Episodes

Cast

Here Comes Tsukishima Jinbei!!!

1. Here Comes Tsukishima Jinbei!!!

25min

8th Apr 2013

Jinbei has traveled all the way to Edo to join the Insect Magistrate's Office. That is if he can find it before being killed by a Yarougumo.

My rival is female ninja Hibachi!

2. My rival is female ninja Hibachi!

25min

15th Apr 2013

Teamed up Hibachi for his first assignment, he is regulated to the sidelines, forbidden to draw his sword.

The Killer of 99, Koikawa Shungiku

3. The Killer of 99, Koikawa Shungiku

25min

22nd Apr 2013

While on patrol, Jinbei can't understand why the people of Edo hate Shungiku. When Shungiku is accused of murder, Jinbei stands by his new sword master.

Ichinotani Tenma, I Can Do It!

4. Ichinotani Tenma, I Can Do It!

25min

29th Apr 2013

The youngest member of the group, Ichinotani Tenma and his shikigami are very powerful, but even he has a fatal weakness that Jinbei is determined to help him overcome.

Mugai, What Solitary Eyes See

5. Mugai, What Solitary Eyes See

25min

6th May 2013

A request from Minster Mizuno Saneyoshi has requested for Mugai to perform an insect extermination. Mugai has picked Jinbei to accompany him, but won't explain why...

The Hot Guy Beneath the Mask, Nagatomimaru

6. The Hot Guy Beneath the Mask, Nagatomimaru

25min

13th May 2013

A masked figure is stalking the headquarters of the Insect Brigade.

Summer War in Edo!!

7. Summer War in Edo!!

25min

20th May 2013

Tsukishima runs around preparing for the famous Ryogoku River Opening, as everyone else evacuates for the best seat for Summer War.

Mitsuki`s Honey Trap

8. Mitsuki`s Honey Trap

25min

27th May 2013

A former team member of Mugai has been tasked to gather information on the Insect Magistrate, she attaches to Jinbei as a source of info, learning this Mugai offers her some advice.

The Insect Hunters Attack!! Battle of Hachijo Island!!

9. The Insect Hunters Attack!! Battle of Hachijo Island!!

25min

3rd Jun 2013

The Insect Magistrate is in danger and all military groups must set out! But as the groups set a bug attacks Edo and Jinbei must decide to save the town or follow orders.

Kuroageha Arrives

10. Kuroageha Arrives

25min

10th Jun 2013

The Insect Magistrate is confused by Jinbei's actions; is he friend or foe? Jinbei continues his fight against the hunters but the difference in skill is obvious.

Jinbei`s Power Awakens!!

11. Jinbei`s Power Awakens!!

25min

17th Jun 2013

Cornered by Sougan, the strongest of the Insect Hunters, attacks the Insect Magistrate but seconds before death an unfamiliar Jinbei awakens.

Training With Father! The Thirty-six Blades of Fuji!!

12. Training With Father! The Thirty-six Blades of Fuji!!

25min

24th Jun 2013

Returning to Edo, the Insect squad is stunned to see mounds of bug carcasses and one man standing alone.

We'll Show You Everything!! The Edo Women's Baths!!

13. We'll Show You Everything!! The Edo Women's Baths!!

25min

1st Jul 2013

Osono the journalist plans to write an expose about the Insect Magistrates and knows she will get her big scoop at the women's bath.

Insect! Man! A Mysterious Enemy Attacks!

14. Insect! Man! A Mysterious Enemy Attacks!

25min

8th Jul 2013

A new half insect half man has appeared in Edo looking for a certain young samurai. As conventional weapons fail to stop him it is up to Jinbei to test his new skills.

To Kishuu! The Ten Crucifix Insects of Sanada Appear!

15. To Kishuu! The Ten Crucifix Insects of Sanada Appear!

25min

15th Jul 2013

Sanada Yukimura's 10 Crucifix Insects attack one village after another. The Insect Magistrate rushes to Edo Castle, where she discovers a secret in Nagatomimaru's room.

The Cool Guy in Glasses Lectures on Right and Wrong

16. The Cool Guy in Glasses Lectures on Right and Wrong

25min

22nd Jul 2013

The Insect Magistrate heads to Kishuu to recover her lost powers. Oooka Tadasuke, Edo's smartest man, accompanies her as her guard. Jinbei goes as well, but Oooka is upset by his failings as a Samurai.

Sanada Yukimura's Trap! Caught in a Net!!

17. Sanada Yukimura's Trap! Caught in a Net!!

25min

29th Jul 2013

Jinbei is chased and captured by the people of Kishuu at the order of Sanada Yukimura. The village of Iwamatsu, where he is kept, is attacked by bandits, and he wins the hearts of the people by chasing them off. However, there is only a brief moment of rest.

Time's Up! The Insect Magistrate's Office Arrives!

18. Time's Up! The Insect Magistrate's Office Arrives!

25min

5th Aug 2013

Jinbei heads to meet the lord of Kishuu, but he finds Hibachi instead. The party meets with the rest of the City Patrol group and enjoys a brief rest. But the time limit is drawing nigh, and just when the Ten Crucifix Insects attack the people of Kishuu...

He Shed His Skin! The Insect-men's True Form!!

19. He Shed His Skin! The Insect-men's True Form!!

25min

12th Aug 2013

The battle with the Ten Crucifix Insects begins! The first round is Tsukishima Jinbei vs. Nedzu Jinpachi. As soon a the battle begins Jinbei is drawn into the castle moat, and forced to fight underwater at a huge disadvantage.

Dream of the Butterfly

20. Dream of the Butterfly

25min

19th Aug 2013

The second battle of Wakayama Castle is against Kirigakure Saizou, the strongest of the Ten Crucifix Insects, who is a master of strange techniques. Hibachi is dazzled and bewildered by illusions of her past.

The Compassion Slash That Cuts G!!

21. The Compassion Slash That Cuts G!!

25min

26th Aug 2013

The Miyoshi brothers have powerful regenerative capabilities. They say that taking life is offering salvation, and in them Shungiku sees his own younger self. Oooka, who knows the old Shungiku, is doubtful he can win the battle.

Who Is Righteous! Tenma and Justice!

22. Who Is Righteous! Tenma and Justice!

25min

2nd Sep 2013

The fourth battle of Wakayama Castle is between Ichinotani Tenma and Anayama Kosuke. Anayama says "Justice" a lot. He attacks Tenma with his warped sense of justice. A badly wounded Tenma continues to fight, hoping for just one thing: to meet the father and mother he's never seen.

My Life's Greatest Task

23. My Life's Greatest Task

25min

9th Sep 2013

Jinbei's flower team advances steadily. Meanwhile the snow team, the Magistrate's party, reaches the eternal well. Kirigakure Saizou then reveals his true self and begins a one on one fight with Mugai.

The Insect Magistrate's Cursed Past

24. The Insect Magistrate's Cursed Past

25min

16th Sep 2013

The battle for Wakayama castle continues! Muagi battles Saizou while the rest of the Magistrate's fights the last of the crucifix insects, and Jinbei attacks Yukimura. The Magistrate plunges herself into the Eternal Well, and her mysterious past is revealed.

The Promise Is Hope Within Despair

25. The Promise Is Hope Within Despair

25min

23rd Sep 2013

When he learns that the power of the well will cost the servant her memories, Jinbei goes into the well after her. She was prepared to lose her memories but Jinbei persuades her not to. When she leaves, Sanada Yukimura is there...

Tsukishima Jinbei Is Here!!!

26. Tsukishima Jinbei Is Here!!!

25min

30th Sep 2013

The well gives the Magistrate back her power and she transforms into Shiroageha, but her memories are lost. She attacks Jinbei, and the power of the well makes Sanada much stronger. Jinbei, who swore to fight until he dies, is faced with his last enemy. The final battle begins!

First air date

8th Apr 2013

Last air date

30th Sep 2013

Status

Ended

Type

Scripted

Original language

ja

Networks