義風堂々!! 兼続と慶次

"Gifu Dodo!! Kanetsugu and Keiji" is a Japanese manga series written by Tetsuo Hara and Nobuhiko Horie and illustrated by Yuji Takemura, a spin-off of "Hana no Keiji". The story focuses on Naoe Kanetsugu's perspective, illustrating the deep friendship between him and Maeda Keiji, and their adherence to their own principles and pursuit of righteousness during the Warring States period. The anime adaptation aired in 2013, produced by Studio DEEN, with Tetsuo Hara as the chief director. The anime delves into Kanetsugu's eccentric personality and his interactions with historical figures like Uesugi Kagekatsu and Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Koji Kikkawa contributed to the anime with the opening themes and narration, adding a unique appeal. The plot revolves around Kanetsugu and Keiji's friendship, and conflicts in the ideologies of various warlords, depicting the turbulence of the Warring States period and the valor of its heroes. The anime consists of 25 episodes, with a tight plot, rich storyline, and detailed portrayals of the social context and characters' emotions of that era.