Cast and Crew of Sword of the Stranger

Sword of the Stranger

ストレンヂア -無皇刃譚-

"Sword of the Stranger" is an intense and beautifully animated samurai film that follows young Kotaro and his loyal dog being pursued by deadly Chinese assassins. Their fate changes when they encounter Nameless 'Nanashi', a mysterious ronin who has forsaken his past. Together, they embark on a perilous journey filled with action and emotional depth, crafted around themes of friendship, redemption, and survival. Notably, Tomoya Nagase lends his voice to the enigmatic Nameless, while Yuri Chinen voices the innocent Kotaro, bringing depth to their characters.

Trivia/Behind-the-Scenes:
1. The film's animation was a meticulous blend of traditional hand-drawn techniques and computer-generated effects, which contributed to its fluid and breathtaking fight sequences.
2. Tomoya Nagase, famous as a Japanese singer and actor, took on the voice role to bring his unique presence and emotional nuance to the character of Nameless.
3. The production team paid special attention to historical accuracy in the samurai weapons and fighting styles, which added authenticity that resonated well with fans of the genre.

Main Cast of Sword of the Stranger

Tomoya Nagase as Nameless 'Nanashi' (voice)

Tomoya Nagase

Nameless 'Nanashi' (voice)
Yuri Chinen as Kotaro (voice)

Yuri Chinen

Kotaro (voice)
Koichi Yamadera as Luo-Lang (voice)

Koichi Yamadera

Luo-Lang (voice)
Akio Otsuka as Shogen Itadori (voice)

Akio Otsuka

Shogen Itadori (voice)

Crew of Sword of the Stranger

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