Unsheathing the Past: A Look Back at Anime San Jushi If you grew up with a television in the late 80s or early 90s, you might remember a certain high-adventure series that brought Alexandre Dumas' classic The Three Musketeers to the small screen with a distinct Japanese flair. Anime San Jushi (literally "Anime Three Musketeers") first aired in 1987 and remains a nostalgic gem for vintage anime fans.
Whether you're a newcomer or a returning fan, here’s a guide to what makes this 52-episode series unique and where it fits in the world of classic animation. 1. A Fresh Spin on a Classic Tale Anime san jushi
: A 1981 collaboration between Spanish and Japanese studios that features anthropomorphic dogs. Unsheathing the Past: A Look Back at Anime
: The show was widely broadcast internationally, known as Sous le Signe des Mousquetaires in French-speaking regions. Summary Checklist Original Air Date October 1987 – February 1989 Episode Count 52 Episodes Opening Theme "Yume Bouken" by Noriko Sakai Key Characters D'Artagnan, Athos, Porthos, Aramis, Jean, Milady Summary Checklist Original Air Date October 1987 –