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Is How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom on Netflix in Japan?
Yes How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom (2021) is available on Netflix in Japan. We first spotted it on November 15, 2023.
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How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom
2021
Suddenly summoned to a fantasy world and betrothed to the princess, Kazuya Souma is crowned the new king. Unlike the royalty before him, he won’t be using swords and magic to rule; will administrative reform really get this kingdom back on track?
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Actors
Taiten Kusunoki, Yûsuke Kobayashi, Inori Minase, Ikumi Hasegawa, Masaaki Mizunaka, Show Hayami, Yui Horie, Reina Ueda, Mao Ichimichi, Jun Fukuyama
Where to watch How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom in Japan
Netflix Japan currently has How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom available for streaming right now
How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom can be streamed on Netflix in these countries
Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand
Seasons
| Episode | Release Date | Watch Now |
|---|---|---|
| 1: First Begin with a Hero | 2021-07-04 | available in Japan |
| University student Souma is suddenly summoned as a hero to the kingdom of Elfrieden, which is facing a number of crises, both foreign and domestic. Souma confers with the king and prime minister, after which the king makes a stunning announcement. | ||
| 2: If You Possess an Aptitude, We'll Make Use of It | 2021-07-11 | available in Japan |
| Souma is checked for any magical powers, and puts his results to use with the administrative paperwork. Hoping to recruit more competent personnel for his staff, Souma sends out a nationwide broadcast offering prizes to the most talented in the land. | ||
| 3: Let Not Me Be a Loyal Minister | 2021-07-18 | available in Japan |
| The results of the talent search are in, and the kingdom holds a recognition and award ceremony for the winners. Five uniquely talented individuals come before Souma to demonstrate their skills, and find a place for themselves within his royal court. | ||
| 4: The Forefinger Twitches | 2021-07-25 | available in Japan |
| After Souma realizes the true gravity of Tomoe's ability, he ensures that it remains a secret, and that she is kept safe. Juna and Poncho host a program that shows how to prepare readily-available but unconventional ingredients during the food shortage. | ||
| 5: Well Fed, Well Regarded | 2021-08-01 | available in Japan |
| Juna and Poncho close out their cooking show with their take on udon noodles. Marx steps down as prime minister, and as Hakuya fills the vacancy, he insists that Souma get some rest. Souma, Liscia, and Aisha take a tour of the castle town incognito. | ||
| 6: The Wise Man Never Forsaketh an Advantage | 2021-08-08 | available in Japan |
| While at Lorelei, Souma overhears two soldiers arguing about whether to side with or against the new king. Hakuya reviews the political situation concerning the neighboring lands with the king. Souma and Liscia discuss the nature of their engagement. | ||
| 7: Thus Saith the Elder | 2021-08-15 | available in Japan |
| Souma dispatches his magically-controlled mascot warrior to join an adventurer party. After securing funding with his team of accountants, Souma sets out to build a new port city and network of roads, but runs into opposition from the local residents. | ||
| 8: The Forest in Labour | 2021-08-22 | available in Japan |
| Kaede leads an engineering corps, including Halbert, in constructing a road. As the work detail receives a royal inspection from Souma and Liscia, an urgent message from Aisha's father arrives, informing them of a natural disaster in their homeland. | ||
| 9: Contrary to Wishes | 2021-08-29 | available in Japan |
| The Three Dukes meet to discuss what to do about King Souma. In Amidonia, Gaius receives word from Georg accepting his aid, and prepares to invade Elfrieden over the objections of his finance minister. Souma delivers his ultimatum to the Three Dukes. | ||
| 10: No Place of Joy Hath a Soldier | 2021-09-05 | available in Japan |
| Gaius leads an invasion force from Amidonia into the kingdom and lays siege to the city of Altomura. Meanwhile, in Randel, the Forbidden Army constructs a fort from which they engage Georg's forces, while Red Dragon City receives its own surprise attack. | ||
| 11: Sacrifice the Plum Tree to Preserve the Peach Tree | 2021-09-12 | available in Japan |
| Souma and his entourage confront Vargas in his castle before hurrying off to Randel to regroup with the Forbidden Army. A stunning truth about Georg is revealed by Glaive, leading to a dramatic turn of events with Gaius and his forces at Altomura. | ||
| 12: When You Surround an Army, Leave an Outlet Free | 2021-09-19 | available in Japan |
| Under Gaius's command, the Amidonian army launches a full-scale attack to retake Van, but Souma and his forces move to stop them. In the aftermath of the war, there are serious consequences to be faced and plans for reconciliation to be put into action. | ||
| 13: To Fight and Conquer in All Our Battles Is Not Supreme Excellence | 2021-09-26 | available in Japan |
| Jeanne Euphoria of the Gran Chaos Empire is sent to Van to deal with the occupation. Roroa observes the newfound freedom of the citizens of Van. Poncho locates a source of food for the impoverished citizens. Souma, Juna and Tomoe enjoy a day off together. | ||
| 14: Amidonia in a Lion's Skin | 2022-01-09 | available in Japan |
| Julius, the son of Gaius, attempts to reclaim his former territory of Van from Souma, backed by the authority of the Gran Chaos Empire. The power to negotiate is given to Jeanne Euphoria, younger sister of Empress Maria Euphoria. | ||
| 15: Becoming Good Friends Who Never Offend | 2022-01-16 | available in Japan |
| Jeanne's negotiations continue. These negotiations are no longer in the hands of Julius, but wholly a matter for the Gran Chaos Empire and the Kingdom of Elfrieden. Further, Jeanne sees a new future and a new world in Souma. | ||
| 16: Tyranny Is Worse Than Tiger | 2022-01-23 | available in Japan |
| Van is returned to Julius as a result of the mediation of the Grand Chaos Empire, in exchange for a great deal of reparation costs. Souma returns to the Kingdom of Elfrieden, where many other problems yet remain. | ||
| 17: Episode 17 | 2022-01-30 | available in Japan |
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| 18: Episode 18 | 2022-02-06 | available in Japan |
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| 19: Episode 19 | 2022-02-13 | available in Japan |
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| 20: Episode 20 | 2022-02-20 | available in Japan |
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| 21: Episode 21 | 2022-02-27 | available in Japan |
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| 22: Episode 22 | 2022-03-06 | available in Japan |
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| 23: Episode 23 | 2022-03-13 | available in Japan |
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| 24: Episode 24 | 2022-03-20 | available in Japan |
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| 25: Episode 25 | 2022-03-27 | available in Japan |
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| Episode 26 | available in Japan | |
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