Last Samurai Standing 3
Last Samurai Standing 3 by Shogo Imamura, published by Kodansha America, Incorporated on November 11, 2025, is a graphic novel that delves into a tumultuous period in Japan’s history. Set in 1878, during the Meiji era, the story unfolds as the once-mighty samurai class faces a brutal reckoning. A mysterious flyer beckons skilled martial artists to Kyoto, promising unimaginable riches, but the gathering leads to a deadly competition where only the strongest will survive.
Readers will find a gripping narrative that explores themes of honor and survival amidst chaos, as warriors stripped of their privileges are forced to confront each other in a fight for dominance. The edition spans 192 pages and is presented in English, making it accessible to a wide audience. With elements of mystery, action, and adventure, this installment is designed to engage fans of manga and those interested in the complexities of a fading warrior culture.
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Based on the story that inspired the Netflix samurai epic! As the 19th century comes to a bloody end, a sinister game of life-or-death brutally culls Japan’s fading warrior class. Who is rounding up the few who still cling to their swords and forcing them to fight? Who will be the last samurai standing?
The year 1878–the 11th year of the Meiji era in Japan, and more than a decade since the samurai were stripped of their privileges and swords outlawed on public streets. A mysterious flyer appears in all corners of the land, luring those skilled in martial arts to Kyoto with the promise of riches beyond common imagination. As warriors deprived of purpose flock to the appointed place at the appointed time, what awaits them is no ordinary task, but an all-out war–against each other!
Perfect for fans of Shogun, Golden Kamuy, and Blade of the Immortal!
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