In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the broadcast of the anime “Samurai Champloo” in Japan, the franchise shared a special visual that generated a great wave of nostalgia and emotion among fans. The look, which pays homage to the series' iconic characters, generated an avalanche of comments on social media, with many fans calling for a remake of the series.

“Samurai Champloo”created by Shinichiro Watanabeis an anime that masterfully combines elements of Japan's Edo era with influences from hip-hop and breakdance culture. The series, which first aired in 2004, follows the adventures of Mugen, Jin and Fuu as they search for “the samurai who smells like sunflowers.” With its unique animation style, incomparable soundtrack and a narrative that mixes action, comedy and drama, “Samurai Champloo” has established itself as a cult classic in the world of anime.

The popularity of “Samurai Champloo” has endured over the years, capturing the imagination of new generations of anime fans. Its soundtrack, created by artists such as Nujabes, Fat Jon, Force of Nature and Tsutchie, is especially acclaimed, being a perfect fusion of hip-hop and traditional Japanese sounds.

The recent special visual not only celebrates the anime's legacy, but also fueled strong fan demand for a remake of the series. Following the success of recent remake projects like “Ranma 1/2,” “Urusei Yatsura,” and “Magic Knight Rayearth,” “Samurai Champloo” fans are hoping their beloved anime gets the same treatment.

• «One of the best soundtracks and series in all of history. But for God's sake, twenty years?».
• «Please, I need a movie like Cowboy Bebop. Just one more adventure with the gang, please anime gods.».
• «I love this series and its soundtrack».
• «One of my favorite anime because it has a unique concept».
• «I don't like knowing that the series I like are turning twenty or even thirty years old. But yes, I love this series. Personally, I liked it more than Cowboy Bebop.».
• «Like Cowboy Bebop and Space Dandy, it was a masterpiece and made me think Watanabe could do no wrong. But then I remembered there were Kids on the Slope, Carole, and Tuesday. I still think the same after watching them, mainly because of their musical talent. In other words, they're good, but they're not on the level of Champloo and the others.».
• «I loved this series. I wasn't sure at first, but once you get into her journey, she grows on you so much.».

Source: Natalie in comics

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