12 Sensational Arts That Reimagine Harry Potter Characters As Japanese Samurai

The magical world of Harry Potter never fails to amaze us, even if the last installment of the iconic live-action franchise by Warner Bros. was released 12 years ago. There’s something about the franchise that is so widely loved by fans, which the prequel trilogy Fantastic Beasts can’t possibly replicate.

Fan-favorite characters of the series, such as Harry, Ron, and Hermione, who were portrayed by talented performers like Daniel Radcliffe or Emma Watson, always have a place in the audience’s hearts, and set a high wall to climb for the upcoming rebooted TV series.

While we wait for any further news, u/smoley, a dedicated Redditor who’s known for making exceptional Harry Potter AI arts, once again mesmerizes us all with his newest collection: Harry Potter characters as honorable samurai. Let’s take a look at his most recent work, which successfully reimagines Harry Potter, Hermione, and their friends into the stunning world of feudal Japan.

#1. With the black attire and skulls on his back Harry Potter looks like a Japanese sorcerer who practices black magic.

#2. Hermione Granger looks great in traditional Japanese clothing, but still retains her wizard hat.

#3. Ron Weasley with the same dark outfit like Harry, but with an elaborate hat to boot.

#4. Draco Malfoy looks stunning in any kind of clothing.

#5. Hagrid with some serious Jiraya vibes.

#6. Luna Lovegood brings not one, but four katanas to the battlefield.

#7. Professor Dumbledore looks dignified and sophisticated in the traditional Japanese kimono, and with an umbrella to boot.

#8. Minerva McGonagall in a sorceress's dress, with two of her cats on each side of the chair.

#9. Even in Japan, Professor Snape still shuts himself in his lab.

#10. Bellatrix is an assassin-ninja who works for Feudal Lord Voldemort.

#11. Tonk looks stunning with her pink hair and a Meiji-era Japanese attire.

#12. Dobby is that master swordman who isolates himself in the forest to study the way of the blade.