Kenshin is a fictional character from the popular manga and anime series Rurouni Kenshin, created by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Set in the Meiji era of Japan, Kenshin is a former assassin known as the Hitokiri Battousai who has vowed never to kill again. He travels the country, helping those in need while seeking redemption for his past actions. Kenshin wields a unique reverse-blade sword, which prevents him from taking lives. Throughout the series, he encounters various allies and enemies, including Kaoru Kamiya, his love interest, and Shishio Makoto, a formidable antagonist. The story explores themes of peace, redemption, and the consequences of violence.