In the Tokugawa Era, there was turmoil every where. Hitokori Battousai lived during this age, and did his best to get peace in the lands. When the Meiji Era began, Battousai swore never to kill again. He started wandering all around Japan unil he encountered Kaoru Kamiya.

In time, he met the others. And together they all went through many adventures and learned many essons as well. During this time, Battousai started calling himself Kenshin Himura, the name that was given to him by his master Hiko Soujiro. Kenshin threw down the title of Hitokori Battousai and lived a peaceful life with all of his friends.

There were times when the legendary slasher was needed. His battle with Shishio and The child of God are some examples. But in time, he mastered his blood thirsty slasher side and became and even better swordsman with his reverse edge sword.