Bakumatsu, as I will affectionately term this series for the rest of the review, is not really that bad a show. Indeed, it has (almost) all the elements of an excellent show.

Well, except for likeable, identifiable protagonists. … Or a sense of continuity. … Or a good sense of dramatic tension.

Ok, so maybe it’s lacking in a few departments. However, I really do need to stress that this show isn’t as bad as I’m about to make it sound. I thoroughly enjoyed the vast majority of this show, even if it was lacking in a few areas. So I feel I really should mention, right now, that it is worth watching, if you have some free time. Honest. Continue reading “Bakumatsu Kikansetsu Irohanihoheto”