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Bleach Episodes

Episodes

The Day I Became a Shinigami

1. The Day I Became a Shinigami

23 min
10/5/2004

Fifteen-year-old Ichigo Kurosaki has the uncanny ability to see ghosts, but otherwise lives an ordinary life. However, once a Shinigami named Rukia Kuchiki appears before him, everything changes.

S1 E1
A Shinigami's Work

2. A Shinigami's Work

23 min
10/12/2004

After becoming a Shinigami, Ichigo Kurosaki refuses to help Rukia Kuchiki with her work as the local Shinigami of Karakura Town.

S1 E2
The Older Brother's Wish, the Younger Sister's Wish

3. The Older Brother's Wish, the Younger Sister's Wish

23 min
10/19/2004

When a Hollowfied Sora Inoue attacks his younger sister, Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki set out to save her.

S1 E3
Cursed Parakeet

4. Cursed Parakeet

23 min
10/26/2004

When Yasutora Sado receives a parakeet that contains the Soul of a young boy, it is up to Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki to protect him from the Hollow that is after them.

S1 E4
Beat the Invisible Enemy!

5. Beat the Invisible Enemy!

23 min
11/2/2004

Rukia Kuchiki and Yasutora Sado team up to take on the Hollow Shrieker.

S1 E5
Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo

6. Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo

23 min
11/9/2004

At Rukia Kuchiki's behest, Ichigo Kurosaki puts an artificial soul in his body to take care of it and not arouse suspicion while he carries out his Substitute Shinigami duties, but the artificial soul has its own agenda.

S1 E6
Greetings from a Stuffed Lion

7. Greetings from a Stuffed Lion

23 min
11/16/2004

Ichigo Kurosaki becomes friends with the Modified Soul, Kon, and puts him into a plushie.

S1 E7
June 17, Memories in the Rain

8. June 17, Memories in the Rain

23 min
11/23/2004

Ichigo Kurosaki goes to his mother's grave with the rest of his family.

S1 E8
Unbeatable Enemy

9. Unbeatable Enemy

23 min
11/30/2004

Ichigo Kurosaki battles against Grand Fisher.

S1 E9
Assault on Trip at Sacred Ground!

10. Assault on Trip at Sacred Ground!

23 min
12/7/2004

While grudgingly attending Don Kanonji's show with the rest of his family, Ichigo Kurosaki is forced to fight a Hollow inadvertently created by Don Kanonji himself.

S1 E10
The Legendary Quincy

11. The Legendary Quincy

23 min
12/14/2004

Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki meet Uryū Ishida, a Quincy.

S1 E11
A Gentle Right Arm

12. A Gentle Right Arm

23 min
12/21/2004

As Ichigo Kurosaki begins his duel with Uryū Ishida, Yasutora Sado gains a new power.

S1 E12
Flower and Hollow

13. Flower and Hollow

23 min
12/28/2004

Orihime Inoue gains a new power in order to protect Tatsuki Arisawa.

S1 E13
Back to Back, a Fight to the Death!

14. Back to Back, a Fight to the Death!

23 min
1/11/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and Uryū Ishida work together to defeat a Menos Grande.

S1 E14
Kon's Great Plan

15. Kon's Great Plan

23 min
1/18/2005

Kon decides to run away from the Kurosaki Clinic as Soul Society comes after Rukia Kuchiki.

S1 E15
The Encounter, Abarai Renji!

16. The Encounter, Abarai Renji!

23 min
1/25/2005

Two Shinigami, 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai and Captain Byakuya Kuchiki, arrive in the Human World to take Rukia Kuchiki back to the Soul Society.

S1 E16
Ichigo Dies!

17. Ichigo Dies!

23 min
2/1/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki loses his Shinigami powers and Rukia Kuchiki is taken back to Soul Society.

S1 E17
Reclaim! The Power of the Shinigami!

18. Reclaim! The Power of the Shinigami!

23 min
2/8/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki begins his training with Kisuke Urahara to regain his Shinigami powers and save Rukia Kuchiki.

S1 E18
Ichigo Becomes a Hollow!

19. Ichigo Becomes a Hollow!

23 min
2/15/2005

Kisuke Urahara helps Ichigo Kurosaki regain his Shinigami powers.

S1 E19
Ichimaru Gin's Shadow

20. Ichimaru Gin's Shadow

23 min
2/22/2005

After completing their training, Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends depart to Soul Society to rescue Rukia Kuchiki.

S1 E20
Enter! The World of the Shinigami

21. Enter! The World of the Shinigami

23 min
3/1/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends enter Soul Society.

S1 E21
The Man who Hates Shinigami

22. The Man who Hates Shinigami

23 min
3/8/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends are forced to find another way into Seireitei due to 3rd Division Captain Gin Ichimaru's intervention.

S1 E22
14 Days Before Rukia's Execution

23. 14 Days Before Rukia's Execution

23 min
3/15/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends enter the household of the Shiba Clan.

S1 E23
Assemble! The 13 Divisions

24. Assemble! The 13 Divisions

23 min
3/22/2005

As Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends begin their preparations to get into the Seireitei, the Gotei 13 captains assemble for a meeting.

S1 E24
Penetrate the Center with an Enormous Bombshell?

25. Penetrate the Center with an Enormous Bombshell?

23 min
3/29/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends enter the Seireitei.

S1 E25
Formation! The Worst Tag

26. Formation! The Worst Tag

23 min
4/5/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends are scattered throughout the Seireitei, where they encounter new enemies.

S1 E26
Release the Death Blow!

27. Release the Death Blow!

23 min
4/12/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki completes his battle with 11th Division 3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame while his friends continue to progress through the Seireitei.

S1 E27
Orihime Targeted

28. Orihime Targeted

23 min
4/19/2005

Ganju Shiba wins his battle against 11th Division 5th Seat Yumichika Ayasegawa while Uryū Ishida begins his own.

S1 E28
Breakthrough! The Shinigami's Encompassing Net

29. Breakthrough! The Shinigami's Encompassing Net

23 min
4/26/2005

Uryū Ishida defeats 7th Division 4th Seat Jirōbō Ikkanzaka while Ichigo Kurosaki and Ganju Shiba encounter 4th Division 7th Seat Hanatarō Yamada, who personally knows Rukia Kuchiki.

S1 E29
Renji's Confrontation

30. Renji's Confrontation

23 min
5/3/2005

Having been led to the base of Senzaikyū, Ichigo Kurosaki begins his rematch with 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai.

S1 E30
The Resolution to Kill

31. The Resolution to Kill

23 min
5/10/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai conclude their rematch.

S1 E31
Stars and the Stray

32. Stars and the Stray

23 min
5/17/2005

6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai remembers his past with Rukia Kuchiki and begs Ichigo Kurosaki to save her in his stead.

S1 E32
Miracle! The Mysterious New Hero

33. Miracle! The Mysterious New Hero

23 min
5/26/2005

In the Human World, Yuzu Kurosaki finds a cat named Raku and is drawn into an adventure with Don Kanonji and his Karakura-Raizer Team.

S1 E33
Tragedy of Dawn

34. Tragedy of Dawn

23 min
6/1/2005

As the Gotei 13 reacts to 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai's defeat, Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto declares war against the Ryoka.

S1 E34
Aizen Assassinated! The Darkness which Approaches

35. Aizen Assassinated! The Darkness which Approaches

23 min
6/7/2005

While the Gotei 13 deals with the death of 5th Division Captain Sōsuke Aizen, Ichigo Kurosaki and his group attempt to enter Senzaikyū once again.

S1 E35
Zaraki Kenpachi Approaches!

36. Zaraki Kenpachi Approaches!

23 min
6/14/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki begins his battle with 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki.

S1 E36
Motive of the Fist

37. Motive of the Fist

23 min
6/21/2005

Yasutora Sado battles with 8th Division captain, Shunsui Kyōraku.

S1 E37
Desperation! The Broken Zangetsu

38. Desperation! The Broken Zangetsu

23 min
6/28/2005

As the high-ranking members of the Gotei 13 continue to react to 5th Division Captain Sōsuke Aizen's murder, Ichigo Kurosaki continues his battle with 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki.

S1 E38
The Immortal Man

39. The Immortal Man

23 min
7/5/2005

After learning to access the power of Zangetsu in addition to his own, Ichigo Kurosaki concludes his battle with 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki.

S1 E39
The Shinigami whom Ganju Met

40. The Shinigami whom Ganju Met

23 min
7/12/2005

While 11th Division Lieutenant Yachiru Kusajishi reminisces about her history with her captain, Kenpachi Zaraki, Ganju Shiba and 4th Division 7th Seat Hanatarō Yamada reach Rukia Kuchiki's cell in Senzaikyū.

S1 E40
Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia

41. Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia

23 min
7/19/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki arrives at the White Tower and reunites with Rukia Kuchiki.

S1 E41
Yoruichi, Goddess of Flash, Dances!

42. Yoruichi, Goddess of Flash, Dances!

23 min
7/26/2005

Yoruichi Shihōin saves Ichigo Kurosaki and decides to help him attain Bankai.

S1 E42
The Despicable Shinigami

43. The Despicable Shinigami

23 min
8/2/2005

Uryū Ishida and Orihime Inoue are confronted by 12th Division Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi.

S1 E43
Ishida Ultimate Power!

44. Ishida Ultimate Power!

23 min
8/9/2005

Uryū Ishida removes his Sanrei Glove to defeat 12th Division Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi.

S1 E44
Overcome Your Limits!

45. Overcome Your Limits!

23 min
8/16/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki begins his Bankai Training.

S1 E45
Authentic Records! School of Shinigami

46. Authentic Records! School of Shinigami

23 min
8/23/2005

5th Division Lieutenant Momo Hinamori recalls her past at the Shin'ō Academy.

S1 E46
The Avengers

47. The Avengers

23 min
8/30/2005

As Ichigo Kurosaki continues his Bankai Training, 5th Division Lieutenant Momo Hinamori confronts 10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya over the contents of the letter left by her captain, Sōsuke Aizen.

S1 E47
Hitsugaya Roars!

48. Hitsugaya Roars!

23 min
9/6/2005

10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya battles 3rd Division Captain Gin Ichimaru.

S1 E48
Rukia's Nightmare

49. Rukia's Nightmare

23 min
9/13/2005

Rukia Kuchiki recalls her past with Kaien Shiba.

S1 E49
The Reviving Lion

50. The Reviving Lion

23 min
9/20/2005

The Karakura Superheroes come together once more and fight a Hollow.

S1 E50
Morning of the Sentence

51. Morning of the Sentence

23 min
9/27/2005

As the day of Rukia Kuchiki's execution arrives, various groups around the Seireitei move out and clash with one another.

S1 E51
Renji, Oath of the Soul! Death Match with Byakuya

52. Renji, Oath of the Soul! Death Match with Byakuya

25 min
10/4/2005

6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai battles his captain, Byakuya Kuchiki.

S1 E52
Ichimaru Gin's Temptation, Resolution Shattered

53. Ichimaru Gin's Temptation, Resolution Shattered

25 min
10/4/2005

11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and his subordinates battle the 7th and 9th Division captains and lieutenants.

S1 E53
An Accomplished Oath! Get back Rukia!

54. An Accomplished Oath! Get back Rukia!

25 min
10/18/2005

Rukia Kuchiki's execution ceremony commences, but does not proceed as planned.

S1 E54
The Strongest Shinigami! Ultimate Confrontation Between Teacher and Students

55. The Strongest Shinigami! Ultimate Confrontation Between Teacher and Students

25 min
10/25/2005

After the interruption of Rukia Kuchiki's execution, battles commence all across the Seireitei.

S1 E55
Supersonic Battle! Determine the Goddess of Battle

56. Supersonic Battle! Determine the Goddess of Battle

25 min
11/1/2005

Yoruichi Shihōin battles 2nd Division Captain Suì-Fēng.

S1 E56
Senbonzakura, Crushed! Zangetsu Thrusts through the Sky

57. Senbonzakura, Crushed! Zangetsu Thrusts through the Sky

25 min
11/8/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and Captain Byakuya Kuchiki continue their battle.

S1 E57
Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power

58. Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power

25 min
11/15/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki activate their Bankai.

S1 E58
Conclusion of the Death Match! White Pride and Black Desire

59. Conclusion of the Death Match! White Pride and Black Desire

25 min
11/22/2005

Ichigo Kurosaki and 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki's battle reaches its conclusion.

S1 E59
Reality of the Despair, the Assassin's Dagger is Swung

60. Reality of the Despair, the Assassin's Dagger is Swung

25 min
12/6/2005

A conspiracy connecting several recent events in Soul Society is revealed.

S1 E60
Aizen Stands! Horrible Ambitions

61. Aizen Stands! Horrible Ambitions

25 min
12/13/2005

4th Division Lieutenant Isane Kotetsu informs the Gotei 13 that Sōsuke Aizen is alive as the latter reveals his machinations.

S1 E61
Gather Together! Group of the Strongest Shinigami!

62. Gather Together! Group of the Strongest Shinigami!

25 min
12/20/2005

5th Division Captain Sōsuke Aizen removes the Hōgyoku from Rukia Kuchiki's Soul and retreats to Hueco Mundo.

S1 E62
Rukia's Resolution, Ichigo's Feelings

63. Rukia's Resolution, Ichigo's Feelings

25 min
1/10/2006

Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends say their goodbyes in Soul Society before heading back home through the Dangai.

S1 E63
New School Term, Renji Has Come to the Material World?!

64. New School Term, Renji Has Come to the Material World?!

25 min
1/17/2006

As the lives of Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends begin to return to normal, three mysterious figures appear and abduct Orihime Inoue.

S1 E64
Creeping Terror, the Second Victim

65. Creeping Terror, the Second Victim

25 min
1/24/2006

Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryū Ishida, Yasutora Sado, and 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai are forced to play a game in order to find Orihime Inoue.

S1 E65
Breakthrough! The Trap Hidden in the Labyrinth

66. Breakthrough! The Trap Hidden in the Labyrinth

25 min
1/31/2006

Ichigo Kurosaki, Lieutenant Renji Abarai, and Uryū Ishida must navigate a labyrinth in order to free their friends.

S1 E66
Death Game! The Missing Classmate

67. Death Game! The Missing Classmate

25 min
2/7/2006

Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends must deduce the identity of an impostor in their midst.

S1 E67
True Identity of the Devil, the Secret which Is Revealed

68. True Identity of the Devil, the Secret which Is Revealed

25 min
2/14/2006

The truth about the Mod-Souls is revealed as a new enemy appears.

S1 E68
Bount! The Ones Who Hunt Souls

69. Bount! The Ones Who Hunt Souls

25 min
2/14/2006

The Mod-Souls receive new bodies as Ichigo Kurosaki encounters a Bount for the first time.

S1 E69
Rukia's Return! Revival of the Substitute Team!

70. Rukia's Return! Revival of the Substitute Team!

25 min
2/21/2006

Two new Bount appear as one takes an interest in Uryū Ishida.

S1 E70
The Moment of Collision! An Evil Hand Draws Near to the Quincy

71. The Moment of Collision! An Evil Hand Draws Near to the Quincy

25 min
3/7/2006

With Ryō Utagawa attempting to devour his Soul, Uryū Ishida finds himself abducted and saved by Yoshino Sōma.

S1 E71
Water Attack! Escape from the Shutdown Hospital

72. Water Attack! Escape from the Shutdown Hospital

25 min
3/14/2006

While Uryū Ishida is in the hospital, his friends must fight two Bount who can control water.

S1 E72
Gathering Bounts! The Man Who Makes His Move

73. Gathering Bounts! The Man Who Makes His Move

25 min
3/28/2006

Ganju Shiba and 4th Division 7th Seat Hanatarō Yamada help conclude the fight against Hō and Ban.

S1 E73
Memories of an Eternally Living Clan

74. Memories of an Eternally Living Clan

25 min
3/28/2006

Uryū Ishida gets to know Yoshino Sōma while 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and his lieutenant, Yachiru Kusajishi, discover that a former member of their division is in Karakura Town.

S1 E74
Earth-Shattering Event at 11th Squad! The Shinigami Who Rises Again

75. Earth-Shattering Event at 11th Squad! The Shinigami Who Rises Again

25 min
4/4/2006

12th Division Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi informs the Gotei 13 of his missing data on the Bount while Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends break into the Bount Mansion to save Uryū Ishida.

S1 E75
Crashing Force! Fried vs. Zangetsu

76. Crashing Force! Fried vs. Zangetsu

25 min
4/4/2006

Ichigo Kurosaki faces off against Ryō Utagawa, who ends up betraying Jin Kariya with the intention of dethroning him.

S1 E76
Unfading Grudge! The Shinigami whom Kenpachi Killed

77. Unfading Grudge! The Shinigami whom Kenpachi Killed

25 min
4/11/2006

Maki Ichinose remembers his past as he and Jin Kariya battle Ichigo Kurosaki.

S1 E77
Shocking Revelations for the 13 Divisions!! The Truth Buried in History

78. Shocking Revelations for the 13 Divisions!! The Truth Buried in History

25 min
5/2/2006

Uryū Ishida tries to understand more about Yoshino Sōma as Ichigo Kurosaki spars with 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai and Ganju Shiba in order to regain his fighting spirit.

S1 E78
Yoshino's Decision of Death

79. Yoshino's Decision of Death

25 min
5/9/2006

Yoshino Sōma makes a final stand against Jin Kariya in order to redeem herself.

S1 E79
Assault from a Formidable Enemy! A Tiny Final Line of Defense?!

80. Assault from a Formidable Enemy! A Tiny Final Line of Defense?!

25 min
5/16/2006

At Kisuke Urahara's request, Ririn, Kurōdo, and Noba prepare anti-Bount traps around the Kurosaki Clinic, but are angered when Ichigo Kurosaki brushes them off as pointless and unhelpful.

S1 E80
Hitsugaya Moves! The Attacked City

81. Hitsugaya Moves! The Attacked City

25 min
5/23/2006

The Bitto' attack Karakura Town, allowing the Bount to grow stronger, while 10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya briefs his strike force on their mission in Soul Society.

S1 E81
Ichigo vs. Dalk! Appearance of the Faded Darkness

82. Ichigo vs. Dalk! Appearance of the Faded Darkness

25 min
5/30/2006

6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai fights off the Bitto, who are quickly recalled, while Ichigo Kurosaki battles Gō Koga's Doll, Dalk, in her new form.

S1 E82
Grey Shadow, the Secret of the Dolls

83. Grey Shadow, the Secret of the Dolls

25 min
6/6/2006

Gō Koga tells Ichigo Kurosaki that he reminds him of a boy from his past, Cain, whom Koga was assigned to train by Jin Kariya until tragedy struck.

S1 E83
Dissension in the Substitute Team? Rukia's Betrayal

84. Dissension in the Substitute Team? Rukia's Betrayal

25 min
6/13/2006

3rd Division Lieutenant Izuru Kira fends off Gō Koga's Doll, Dalk, while Mabashi arrives to take over for a struggling Yoshi.

S1 E84
Deadly Battle of Tears! Rukia vs. Orihime

85. Deadly Battle of Tears! Rukia vs. Orihime

25 min
6/13/2006

Mabashi uses his Doll, Ritz, to take control of Rukia Kuchiki's body and force her to fight her friends.

S1 E85
Rangiku Dances! Slice the Invisible Enemy!

86. Rangiku Dances! Slice the Invisible Enemy!

25 min
6/20/2006

Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto, Yasutora Sado, Noba, and Ururu Tsumugiya face off against the old Bount, Sawatari, and his Doll, Baura.

S1 E86
Byakuya is summoned! The Gotei 13 start to move!

87. Byakuya is summoned! The Gotei 13 start to move!

25 min
7/4/2006

Sawatari retreats while an invisible intruder enters Soul Society. Uryū Ishida remembers training to become a Quincy.

S1 E87
Annihilation of the Lieutenants!? Trap in the Underground Cave

88. Annihilation of the Lieutenants!? Trap in the Underground Cave

25 min
7/11/2006

Ichigo Kurosaki and company head off to the Bounts' cave, only to encounter Ugaki's Doll, Gesell.

S1 E88
Rematch?! Ishida vs. Nemu

89. Rematch?! Ishida vs. Nemu

25 min
7/18/2006

Ichigo Kurosaki and friends continue to fight Gesell as Lieutenant Nemu Kurotsuchi presents Uryū Ishida with a battle accessory.

S1 E89
Renji Abarai, Bankai of the Soul!

90. Renji Abarai, Bankai of the Soul!

25 min
7/25/2006

Gesell turns on its master. Ichigo Kurosaki attempts to fight Jin Kariya with little success.

S1 E90
Shinigami and Quincy, the Reviving Power

91. Shinigami and Quincy, the Reviving Power

25 min
8/1/2006

Ichigo Kurosaki initiates Bankai, but Uryū Ishida completes the Bounts' portal, allowing them to enter Soul Society.

S1 E91
Invasion of the Shinigami World, Again

92. Invasion of the Shinigami World, Again

25 min
8/8/2006

The Bounts arrive in Soul Society. Rukia Kuchiki meets up with Yoshi once more.

S1 E92
The Bount Assault! The Gotei 13 of Destructive Earthquake

93. The Bount Assault! The Gotei 13 of Destructive Earthquake

25 min
8/15/2006

Rukia Kuchiki squares off against Yoshi. Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto informs the other captains of the Bounts' origins.

S1 E93
Hitsugaya's Decision! The Clash Approaches

94. Hitsugaya's Decision! The Clash Approaches

25 min
8/22/2006

Jin Kariya recruits men from Kusajishi as Ichigo Kurosaki and friends finally arrive at Kūkaku Shiba's house.

S1 E94
Byakuya Takes the Field! Dance of the Wind-Splitting Cherry Blossoms

95. Byakuya Takes the Field! Dance of the Wind-Splitting Cherry Blossoms

25 min
9/5/2006

Captain Byakuya Kuchiki battles Jin Kariya when Ichigo Kurosaki shows up to help.

S1 E95
Ichigo, Byakuya, Kariya, The Battle of the Three Extremes!

96. Ichigo, Byakuya, Kariya, The Battle of the Three Extremes!

25 min
9/12/2006

As Ichigo Kurosaki and Captain Byakuya Kuchiki continue to fight a continuously healing Jin Kariya, Ran'Tao shows up, prompting Kariya to leave.

S1 E96
Hitsugaya Strikes! Slice the Enemy in the Middle of the Forest

97. Hitsugaya Strikes! Slice the Enemy in the Middle of the Forest

25 min
9/19/2006

Ran'Tao reveals the reason for her resemblance to Yoshino Sōma as Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya faces off against Maki Ichinose.

S1 E97
Clash! Kenpachi Zaraki vs. Maki Ichinose

98. Clash! Kenpachi Zaraki vs. Maki Ichinose

24 min
10/4/2006

Captain Kenpachi Zaraki arrives to stop Maki Ichinose.

S1 E98
Shinigami vs. Shinigami! The Uncontrollable Power

99. Shinigami vs. Shinigami! The Uncontrollable Power

24 min
10/11/2006

The Bounts break into Seireitei and Captain Suì-Fēng encounters Mabashi.

S1 E99
Suì-Fēng Dies? The Last of the Special Forces

100. Suì-Fēng Dies? The Last of the Special Forces

24 min
10/18/2006

Captain Suì-Fēng survives her poisoning by using her own poison to nullify Mabashi's, and kills Mabashi.

S1 E100
Mayuri's Bankai!! Sawatari: Clash of the Demon

101. Mayuri's Bankai!! Sawatari: Clash of the Demon

24 min
11/1/2006

Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi, of the 12th Division, battles against the Bount, Sawatari.

S1 E101
The Last Quincy! The Exploding Power

102. The Last Quincy! The Exploding Power

24 min
11/8/2006

As Jin Kariya looks for the Jokai Crest, Uryū Ishida battles the Bount, Yoshi.

S1 E102
Ishida, Exceeding the Limits to Attack!

103. Ishida, Exceeding the Limits to Attack!

24 min
11/15/2006

As Uryū Ishida defeats the Bount, Yoshi, Jin Kariya prepares to destroy the Soul Society.

S1 E103
10th Division's Death Struggle! The Release of Hyōrinmaru

104. 10th Division's Death Struggle! The Release of Hyōrinmaru

24 min
11/22/2006

10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya battles against the Bount, Gō Koga.

S1 E104
Kariya! Countdown to the Detonation

105. Kariya! Countdown to the Detonation

24 min
11/29/2006

As the Shinigami learn more about the Jōkaishō, Ran'Tao confronts Jin Kariya.

S1 E105
Life and Revenge! Ishida, the Ultimate Choice

106. Life and Revenge! Ishida, the Ultimate Choice

24 min
12/6/2006

Uryū Ishida confronts the Bount, Jin Kariya.

S1 E106
The Swung-Down Edge! The Moment of Ruin

107. The Swung-Down Edge! The Moment of Ruin

24 min
12/13/2006

As Ichigo Kurosaki and Jin Kariya battle each other, the Shinigami look for the other Jōkaishō to re-seal them.

S1 E107
The Wailing Bount! The Last Clash

108. The Wailing Bount! The Last Clash

24 min
12/20/2006

The battle between Ichigo Kurosaki and Jin Kariya concludes.

S1 E108
Ichigo and Rukia, Thoughts in the Revolving Around Heaven

109. Ichigo and Rukia, Thoughts in the Revolving Around Heaven

24 min
1/4/2007

Following the battle with the Bounts, things slowly return to normal.

S1 E109
Reopening of the Substitute Business! The Terrifying Transfer Student

110. Reopening of the Substitute Business! The Terrifying Transfer Student

24 min
1/10/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki goes back to slaying Hollows in the Human World, but he is soon confronted by Shinji Hirako - a Visored.

S1 E110
Shock! The Father's True Identity

111. Shock! The Father's True Identity

24 min
1/17/2007

Isshin Kurosaki reveals himself as a Shinigami and fights Grand Fisher.

S1 E111
The Commencement of War, Vizards and the Arrancars

112. The Commencement of War, Vizards and the Arrancars

24 min
1/24/2007

Information on the Visored and Arrancar is revealed.

S1 E112
Prelude to the Apocalypse, The Arrancar's Offensive

113. Prelude to the Apocalypse, The Arrancar's Offensive

24 min
1/31/2007

Arrancar arrive in the Human World.

S1 E113
Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia and Soul Reapers

114. Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia and Soul Reapers

24 min
2/7/2007

The Arrancar leave the Human World while the Gotei 13 send help to protect the Human World.

S1 E114
Mission! The Soul Reapers Have Come

115. Mission! The Soul Reapers Have Come

24 min
2/14/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki regains his confidence to fight again. Later, more facts about the Arrancar are revealed.

S1 E115
The Evil Eye, Aizen Returns

116. The Evil Eye, Aizen Returns

24 min
2/21/2007

The Arrancar arrive in the Human World, again.

S1 E116
Rukia's Battle Commences! The Freezing White Blade

117. Rukia's Battle Commences! The Freezing White Blade

24 min
2/28/2007

Rukia Kuchiki battles against the Arrancar, Di Roy Rinker.

S1 E117
Ikkaku's Bankai! The Power That Breaks Everything

118. Ikkaku's Bankai! The Power That Breaks Everything

24 min
3/7/2007

3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame battles against the Arrancar, Edrad Liones.

S1 E118
Zaraki Division's Secret Story! The Lucky Men

119. Zaraki Division's Secret Story! The Lucky Men

24 min
3/21/2007

3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame recalls when he joined the 11th Division.

S1 E119
Hitsugaya Scatters! The Broken Hyōrinmaru

120. Hitsugaya Scatters! The Broken Hyōrinmaru

24 min
3/28/2007

The battles with the Arrancar continue.

S1 E120
Clash! The Protector vs. The Bearer

121. Clash! The Protector vs. The Bearer

24 min
4/11/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki and Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez battle each other.

S1 E121
Vizard! The Power of the Awakened

122. Vizard! The Power of the Awakened

24 min
4/18/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki goes to where the Visored are in hopes of learning how to control his Hollowfication.

S1 E122
Ichigo, Complete Hollowification!?

123. Ichigo, Complete Hollowification!?

24 min
4/25/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki begins training to control his Hollowfication.

S1 E123
Collision! Black Bankai and the White Bankai

124. Collision! Black Bankai and the White Bankai

24 min
5/2/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki continues his battle with his inner Hollow.

S1 E124
Urgent Report! Aizen's Terrifying Plan!

125. Urgent Report! Aizen's Terrifying Plan!

24 min
5/9/2007

As Ichigo Kurosaki successfully controls his Hollow, Sōsuke Aizen's plans are revealed.

S1 E125
Uryū vs. Ryūken! Clash of the Parent-Child Quincys

126. Uryū vs. Ryūken! Clash of the Parent-Child Quincys

24 min
5/16/2007

As Ichigo Kurosaki is informed of Sōsuke Aizen's plans, Uryū Ishida finishes his training.

S1 E126
Urahara's Decision, Orihime's Thoughts

127. Urahara's Decision, Orihime's Thoughts

24 min
5/30/2007

Orihime Inoue is told that she won't be allowed to fight in the upcoming battles.

S1 E127
The Nightmare Arrancar! Team Hitsugaya Moves Out

128. The Nightmare Arrancar! Team Hitsugaya Moves Out

24 min
6/6/2007

The Shinigami in the Human World find a boy named Shōta Toyokawa.

S1 E128
The Swooping Descent of the Dark Emissary! The Propagation of Malice

129. The Swooping Descent of the Dark Emissary! The Propagation of Malice

24 min
6/13/2007

The Shinigami help out Shōta Toyokawa and Yui Toyokawa.

S1 E129
The Invisible Enemy! Hitsugaya's Merciless Decision

130. The Invisible Enemy! Hitsugaya's Merciless Decision

24 min
6/20/2007

The Shinigami look for the Cloning Arrancar.

S1 E130
Rangiku's Tears, the Sorrowful Parting of Brother and Sister

131. Rangiku's Tears, the Sorrowful Parting of Brother and Sister

24 min
6/27/2007

The Shinigami face off against the Cloning Arrancar.

S1 E131
Hitsugaya, Karin, and Soccer Ball

132. Hitsugaya, Karin, and Soccer Ball

24 min
7/4/2007

Karin Kurosaki tries to get Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya to help her win an upcoming soccer match.

S1 E132
Ikkaku: The Hot-Blooded Kendo Tale

133. Ikkaku: The Hot-Blooded Kendo Tale

24 min
7/11/2007

3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame helps a school student named Shinji Iijima win a Kendō tournament.

S1 E133
The Beautiful Patissier, Yumichika!

134. The Beautiful Patissier, Yumichika!

24 min
7/18/2007

5th Seat Yumichika Ayasegawa helps a Plus named Heita Momoyama bake a cake for his mother.

S1 E134
Kon is Deceived! Rangiku on the Lookout...

135. Kon is Deceived! Rangiku on the Lookout...

24 min
7/25/2007

Kon is forced to live with a girl named Miyuki.

S1 E135
Civil War in Hueco Mundo! Ulquiorra's Death

136. Civil War in Hueco Mundo! Ulquiorra's Death

24 min
8/8/2007

Several Arrancar betray Sōsuke Aizen and steal the Hōgyoku.

S1 E136
The Malicious Battle, Aizen's Trap

137. The Malicious Battle, Aizen's Trap

24 min
8/22/2007

The rogue Arrancar are defeated by the Shinigami.

S1 E137
Hueco Mundo moves again! Hitsugaya vs. Yammy

138. Hueco Mundo moves again! Hitsugaya vs. Yammy

24 min
8/29/2007

Several Arrancar head into the Human World.

S1 E138
Ichigo vs. Grimmjow, the 11-second battle!

139. Ichigo vs. Grimmjow, the 11-second battle!

24 min
9/5/2007

As the battles with the Arrancar continue, Ichigo Kurosaki shows off his new power.

S1 E139
Ulquiorra's Scheme, the Moment when the Sun Sets!

140. Ulquiorra's Scheme, the Moment when the Sun Sets!

24 min
9/12/2007

The battles conclude as the Arrancar head back into Hueco Mundo.

S1 E140
Goodbye..., Kurosaki!

141. Goodbye..., Kurosaki!

24 min
9/19/2007

Orihime Inoue says goodbye to Ichigo Kurosaki before leaving for Hueco Mundo.

S1 E141
Strict Order! The Forbidden Rescue of Orihime Inoue

142. Strict Order! The Forbidden Rescue of Orihime Inoue

24 min
9/26/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki learns of Orihime Inoue's disappearance and decides to rescue her.

S1 E142
Grimmjow Revived

143. Grimmjow Revived

24 min
10/3/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryū Ishida, and Yasutora Sado head to Hueco Mundo.

S1 E143
Ishida and Chad, The Quickening of a New Power

144. Ishida and Chad, The Quickening of a New Power

24 min
10/17/2007

Uryū Ishida and Yasutora Sado show off their new strength after arriving in Hueco Mundo.

S1 E144
The Espada Gather! Aizen's Royal Assembly

145. The Espada Gather! Aizen's Royal Assembly

24 min
10/24/2007

As Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends head to Las Noches, Sōsuke Aizen holds a meeting with the Espada.

S1 E145
The Name's Nel! The Appearance of a Strange Arrancar

146. The Name's Nel! The Appearance of a Strange Arrancar

24 min
10/31/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki meets the Arrancar Nel Tu and a Guardian causes some trouble.

S1 E146
Forest of Menos! Search for the Missing Rukia

147. Forest of Menos! Search for the Missing Rukia

24 min
11/7/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki and the others are forced into the Forest of Menos.

S1 E147
Ashido, The Soul Reaper Who Came from the Past

148. Ashido, The Soul Reaper Who Came from the Past

24 min
11/14/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki and the others continue exploring the Forest of Menos.

S1 E148
Through the Crumbling Forest, a Million Menos

149. Through the Crumbling Forest, a Million Menos

24 min
11/21/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki and the others escape the Forest of Menos.

S1 E149
Oath! Back Here Alive Again

150. Oath! Back Here Alive Again

24 min
11/28/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki and his group arrive in Las Noches.

S1 E150
The Raging Storm! Encounter with the Dancing Arrancar

151. The Raging Storm! Encounter with the Dancing Arrancar

24 min
12/5/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki battles against the Arrancar, Dordoni Alessandro Del Socaccio.

S1 E151
Ichigo Strikes Back! This Is My Bankai

152. Ichigo Strikes Back! This Is My Bankai

24 min
12/12/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki concludes his battle with Dordoni Alessandro Del Socaccio.

S1 E152
The Devilish Research! Szayelaporro's Plan

153. The Devilish Research! Szayelaporro's Plan

24 min
12/19/2007

Ichigo Kurosaki and the others continue going on through Las Noches.

S1 E153
Rukia and Kaien, the Sorrowful Reunion

154. Rukia and Kaien, the Sorrowful Reunion

24 min
12/26/2007

Rukia Kuchiki reunites with her deceased mentor, Kaien Shiba.

S1 E154
Rukia Retaliates! Release the Desperate Kidō

155. Rukia Retaliates! Release the Desperate Kidō

24 min
1/9/2008

As Rukia Kuchiki battles Kaien Shiba, she struggles with wondering on whether or not he's truly Kaien.

S1 E155
Ishida & Pesche, the United Attack of Friendship

156. Ishida & Pesche, the United Attack of Friendship

24 min
1/16/2008

Uryū Ishida and Pesche Guatiche battle against Cirucci Sanderwicci.

S1 E156
Ishida's Trump Card, Seele Schneider

157. Ishida's Trump Card, Seele Schneider

24 min
1/23/2008

Uryū Ishida battles Cirucci Sanderwicci with a new weapon called Seele Schneider.

S1 E157
Right Arm of the Giant, Left Arm of the Devil

158. Right Arm of the Giant, Left Arm of the Devil

24 min
1/30/2008

Yasutora Sado realizes his true power and battles against Gantenbainne Mosqueda.

S1 E158
Yasutora Sado Dies! Orihime's Tears

159. Yasutora Sado Dies! Orihime's Tears

24 min
2/6/2008

Yasutora Sado is defeated by Nnoitra Gilga and Lieutenant Renji Abarai is confronted by the Espada Szayelaporro Granz.

S1 E159
Testament, Your Heart is Right Here...

160. Testament, Your Heart is Right Here...

24 min
2/13/2008

Rukia Kuchiki recalls her past with Kaien Shiba before she kills Aaroniero Arruruerie.

S1 E160
The Cruel Arrancar, Ulquiorra's Provocation

161. The Cruel Arrancar, Ulquiorra's Provocation

24 min
2/20/2008

As the Espada react to the death of Aaroniero Arruruerie, Ichigo Kurosaki is confronted by Ulquiorra Cifer.

S1 E161
Szayelaporro Laughs, The Net Trapping Renji is Complete

162. Szayelaporro Laughs, The Net Trapping Renji is Complete

24 min
2/27/2008

As Ichigo Kurosaki battles Ulquiorra Cifer, Lieutenant Renji Abarai struggles with his fight against Szayelaporro Granz.

S1 E162
Shinigami and Quincy, The Battle with Madness

163. Shinigami and Quincy, The Battle with Madness

24 min
3/5/2008

As Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez saves Orihime Inoue from Loly Aivirrne and Menoly Mallia, Uryū Ishida joins Lieutenant Renji Abarai's battle against Szayelaporro Granz.

S1 E163
Ishida's Strategy, 20-Second Offense and Defense

164. Ishida's Strategy, 20-Second Offense and Defense

24 min
3/12/2008

While Uryū Ishida and Lieutenant Renji Abarai continue their battle against Szayelaporro Granz, Ichigo Kurosaki is healed by Orihime Inoue.

S1 E164
The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow

165. The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow

24 min
3/19/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki begins his final battle with Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez.

S1 E165
Desperate Effort vs. Desperate Effort! Hollowfied Ichigo

166. Desperate Effort vs. Desperate Effort! Hollowfied Ichigo

24 min
4/9/2008

As Ichigo Kurosaki continues his battle with Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez, Orihime Inoue struggles dealing with Ichigo's Hollowfication form.

S1 E166
The Moment of Conclusion, The End of Grimmjow

167. The Moment of Conclusion, The End of Grimmjow

24 min
4/16/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki and Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez conclude their battle.

S1 E167
The New Captain Appears! His Name Is Shūsuke Amagai

168. The New Captain Appears! His Name Is Shūsuke Amagai

24 min
4/23/2008

Shūsuke Amagai is appointed as new captain of the 3rd Division.

S1 E168
New Development, the Dangerous Transfer Student Appears!

169. New Development, the Dangerous Transfer Student Appears!

24 min
5/7/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki meets Rurichiyo Kasumiōji and her two Shinigami guards in the Human World.

S1 E169
Desperate Struggle Under the Moonlit Night, the Mysterious Assassin and Zanpakutō

170. Desperate Struggle Under the Moonlit Night, the Mysterious Assassin and Zanpakutō

24 min
5/14/2008

As Ichigo Kurosaki learns more about Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, he is forced to fight off an assassin going after the girl.

S1 E170
Kenryū, the Profusion of Blooming Crimson Flowers

171. Kenryū, the Profusion of Blooming Crimson Flowers

24 min
5/21/2008

As Ichigo Kurosaki is forced to take care of Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, another assassin attempts to kill her.

S1 E171
Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages

172. Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages

24 min
5/28/2008

Izuru Kira begins to get depressed over the fact that the 3rd Division members like Makoto Kibune more than him.

S1 E172
The Appearance of the Great Evil! The Darkness in the House of Kasumiōji

173. The Appearance of the Great Evil! The Darkness in the House of Kasumiōji

24 min
6/4/2008

Rurichiyo Kasumiōji is targeted by more assassins after secretly returning to the Soul Society.

S1 E173
Break the Mirror's Boundary! Ichigo's Captivity

174. Break the Mirror's Boundary! Ichigo's Captivity

24 min
6/11/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki faces off against the assassin Hanza Nukui.

S1 E174
The Revenging Assassin, Ichigo is Targeted

175. The Revenging Assassin, Ichigo is Targeted

24 min
6/18/2008

Hanza Nukui and his subordinates attack the Human World to kill Ichigo Kurosaki and Rurichiyo Kasumiōji.

S1 E175
Mystery! The Sword-Consuming Assassin

176. Mystery! The Sword-Consuming Assassin

24 min
6/25/2008

The fights with the assassins continue.

S1 E176
The Reversal of Rukia! The Rampaging Blade

177. The Reversal of Rukia! The Rampaging Blade

24 min
6/25/2008

Rukia Kuchiki, Uryū Ishida, and Yasutora Sado finish their battles against the assassins.

S1 E177
The Nightmare Which is Shown, Ichigo's Inside the Mirror

178. The Nightmare Which is Shown, Ichigo's Inside the Mirror

24 min
7/2/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki finishes his battle with Hanza Nukui.

S1 E178
Confrontation!? Amagai vs. Gotei 13

179. Confrontation!? Amagai vs. Gotei 13

24 min
7/9/2008

Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto orchestrates a Menos Grande attack on Soul Society to help him decide on Captain Shūsuke Amagai's proposal to have joint training between the Divisions.

S1 E179
The Princess's Decision, the Sorrowful Bride

180. The Princess's Decision, the Sorrowful Bride

24 min
7/16/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki heads to the Soul Society to stop Rurichiyo Kasumiōji's wedding.

S1 E180
The 2nd Division Sorties! Ichigo is Surrounded

181. The 2nd Division Sorties! Ichigo is Surrounded

24 min
7/23/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki try to stop Rurichiyo Kasumiōji's wedding, but they end up getting attacked by the Gotei 13 in the process.

S1 E181
Amagai's True Strength, the Released Zanpakuto!

182. Amagai's True Strength, the Released Zanpakuto!

24 min
7/30/2008

As Ichigo Kurosaki looks for Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, he is confronted by Captain Shūsuke Amagai.

S1 E182
The Darkness Which Moves! Kibune's True Colors

183. The Darkness Which Moves! Kibune's True Colors

24 min
8/6/2008

Lieutenant Izuru Kira and Makoto Kibune face off against each other.

S1 E183
Kira and Kibune, Offense and Defense of the 3rd Division

184. Kira and Kibune, Offense and Defense of the 3rd Division

24 min
8/20/2008

Lieutenant Izuru Kira and Makoto Kibune continue their battle.

S1 E184
Ice and Flame! Fierce Fight of Amagai vs. Hitsugaya

185. Ice and Flame! Fierce Fight of Amagai vs. Hitsugaya

24 min
8/27/2008

As Lieutenant Izuru Kira concludes his battle with Makoto Kibune, Captain Shūsuke Amagai is forced to battle against Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya.

S1 E185
Sortie Orders! Suppress the House of Kasumiōji

186. Sortie Orders! Suppress the House of Kasumiōji

24 min
9/3/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki is able to save Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, but more problems arise when it is revealed that Captain Shūsuke Amagai was working with Gyōkaku Kumoi.

S1 E186
Ichigo Rages! The Assassin's Secret

187. Ichigo Rages! The Assassin's Secret

24 min
9/10/2008

Captain Shūsuke Amagai reveals his true intentions to Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto.

S1 E187
Duel! Amagai vs. Ichigo

188. Duel! Amagai vs. Ichigo

24 min
9/17/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki and Captain Shūsuke Amagai battle each other.

S1 E188
The Fallen Shinigami's Pride

189. The Fallen Shinigami's Pride

24 min
10/7/2008

Ichigo Kurosaki and Captain Shūsuke Amagai conclude their battle.

S1 E189
Hueco Mundo Chapter, Restart!

190. Hueco Mundo Chapter, Restart!

24 min
10/14/2008

Following a lengthy recap of the events since Sōsuke Aizen betrayed Soul Society, Ichigo Kurosaki concludes his duel with Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez before being confronted by Nnoitra Gilga.

S1 E190
The Frightening Banquet, Szayelaporro Theater

191. The Frightening Banquet, Szayelaporro Theater

24 min
10/21/2008

Szayelaporro Granz releases his Zanpakutō, while Nnoitra Gilga provides a surprising revelation about the true identity of the Arrancar Nel Tu.

S1 E191
Nel's Secret, A Busty Beauty Joins the Battle!?

192. Nel's Secret, A Busty Beauty Joins the Battle!?

24 min
10/28/2008

Nel Tu transforms back into her original Espada form.

S1 E192
Irresistible, Puppet Show of Terror

193. Irresistible, Puppet Show of Terror

24 min
11/4/2008

Szayelaporro Granz demonstrates a new technique, whilst Nnoitra Gilga is taken aback by Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck's onslaught.

S1 E193
Neliel's Past

194. Neliel's Past

24 min
11/11/2008

Nnoitra Gilga recalls his past with Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck.

S1 E194
The Ultimate Union! Pesche's Seriousness

195. The Ultimate Union! Pesche's Seriousness

24 min
11/18/2008

Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck returns to her child form, leaving Ichigo Kurosaki in the hands of Tesra Lindocruz. Szayelaporro Granz is seemingly impervious to attack, Zommari Rureaux is about to finish off Rukia Kuchiki, whilst the Exequias plan to execute Yasutora Sado.

S1 E195
Joining the Battle! The Strongest Soul Reaper Army Appears

196. Joining the Battle! The Strongest Soul Reaper Army Appears

24 min
11/25/2008

The Gotei 13 come to the rescue of Ichigo Kurosaki and his comrades.

S1 E196
Byakuya's Bankai, The Quiet Anger

197. Byakuya's Bankai, The Quiet Anger

24 min
12/2/2008

Zommari Rureaux releases his Zanpakutō, forcing Captain Byakuya Kuchiki to take drastic action to avoid defeat.

S1 E197
The Two Scientists, Mayuri's Trap

198. The Two Scientists, Mayuri's Trap

24 min
12/9/2008

Captain Byakuya Kuchiki finishes off Zommari Rureaux, while Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi gains the upper hand against Szayelaporro Granz.

S1 E198
Holy Birth, The Resurrected Szayel Aporro

199. Holy Birth, The Resurrected Szayel Aporro

24 min
12/16/2008

Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi decides to end his battle against a reborn Szayelaporro Granz.

S1 E199
The Hardest Body!? Cut Down Nnoitra

200. The Hardest Body!? Cut Down Nnoitra

24 min
12/23/2008

Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and Nnoitra Gilga continue their brawling.

S1 E200
Nnoitra Released! Multiplying Arms

201. Nnoitra Released! Multiplying Arms

24 min
1/6/2009

The battle between Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and Nnoitra Gilga becomes more fierce as Nnoitra releases his Zanpakutō.

S1 E201
Fierce Fighting Conclusion! Who's the Strongest?

202. Fierce Fighting Conclusion! Who's the Strongest?

24 min
1/13/2009

Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and Nnoitra Gilga conclude their battle.

S1 E202
Karakura Town Gathers! Aizen Versus the Soul Reapers

203. Karakura Town Gathers! Aizen Versus the Soul Reapers

24 min
1/20/2009

Sōsuke Aizen reveals his plans and heads to Karakura Town.

S1 E203
Ichigo's Seppuku Persuasion Strategy ☆

204. Ichigo's Seppuku Persuasion Strategy ☆

24 min
1/27/2009

Ichigo Kurosaki tries to help out a feuding Rurichiyo Kasumiōji and Kenryū.

S1 E204
Thump! A Kemari Tournament Filled with Hollows

205. Thump! A Kemari Tournament Filled with Hollows

24 min
2/3/2009

Rurichiyo Kasumiōji and Kenryū have a kemari match.

S1 E205
The Past Chapter Begins! The Truth from 110 Years Ago

206. The Past Chapter Begins! The Truth from 110 Years Ago

24 min
2/10/2009

The past of several Shinigami from 110 years ago is revealed.

S1 E206
12th Division's New Captain, Urahara Kisuke

207. 12th Division's New Captain, Urahara Kisuke

24 min
2/17/2009

The 12th Division deals with Kisuke Urahara being the new captain.

S1 E207
Aizen and the Genius Boy

208. Aizen and the Genius Boy

24 min
2/24/2009

Captain Kisuke Urahara takes Lieutenant Hiyori Sarugaki to the Nest of Maggots.

S1 E208
Muguruma 9th Division, Moves Out

209. Muguruma 9th Division, Moves Out

24 min
3/3/2009

The Gotei 13 attempt to figure what's behind the disappearances of Rukongai citizens.

S1 E209
Hiyori Dies? The Beginning of Tragedy

210. Hiyori Dies? The Beginning of Tragedy

24 min
3/10/2009

Several Gotei 13 captains and lieutenants face off against a Hollowfied Captain Kensei Muguruma and Lieutenant Mashiro Kuna.

S1 E210
Betrayal! Aizen's Secret Maneuvers

211. Betrayal! Aizen's Secret Maneuvers

24 min
3/17/2009

Lieutenant Sōsuke Aizen reveals himself as a traitor.

S1 E211
Rescue Hirako! Aizen vs. Urahara

212. Rescue Hirako! Aizen vs. Urahara

24 min
3/24/2009

Captains Kisuke Urahara, Tessai Tsukabishi, and Yoruichi Shihōin leave to the Human World with the Hollowfied captains and lieutenants.

S1 E212
The Konso Cop Karakuraizer is Born

213. The Konso Cop Karakuraizer is Born

24 min
3/31/2009

Kisuke Urahara creates the Karakura-Raizer Team to protect Karakura Town.

S1 E213
Karakuraizer's Last Day

214. Karakuraizer's Last Day

24 min
4/7/2009

The Karakura-Raizer Team face off against a female Arrancar.

S1 E214
Defend Karakura Town! Entire Appearance of the Shinigami

215. Defend Karakura Town! Entire Appearance of the Shinigami

24 min
4/14/2009

As the Gotei 13 prepare to face off against the top three Espada, Ichigo Kurosaki confronts Ulquiorra Cifer.

S1 E215
Elite! The Four Shinigami

216. Elite! The Four Shinigami

24 min
4/21/2009

As Ichigo Kurosaki confronts Ulquiorra Cifer, the battle for the four pillars begins in Karakura Town.

S1 E216
Beautiful Little Devil Charlotte

217. Beautiful Little Devil Charlotte

24 min
4/28/2009

5th Seat Yumichika Ayasegawa and Charlotte Chuhlhourne battle each other.

S1 E217
Kira, The Battle Within Despair

218. Kira, The Battle Within Despair

24 min
5/5/2009

Lieutenant Izuru Kira, Lieutenant Shūhei Hisagi, and 3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame continue their fights against Baraggan Louisenbairn's Fracción.

S1 E218
Hisagi's Shikai! The Name is...

219. Hisagi's Shikai! The Name is...

24 min
5/12/2009

Lieutenant Shūhei Hisagi and Findorr Calius battle each other.

S1 E219
Ikkaku Falls! The Shinigami's Crisis

220. Ikkaku Falls! The Shinigami's Crisis

24 min
5/19/2009

3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame loses his fight against Choe Neng Poww, forcing Captain Sajin Komamura to take over his battle.

S1 E220
The Full Showdown! Soul Reapers vs. Espada

221. The Full Showdown! Soul Reapers vs. Espada

24 min
5/26/2009

Captain Suì-Fēng begins her battle with Ggio Vega while the other two Espada and their Fracción begin their fights.

S1 E221
The Most Evil Tag!? Suì-Fēng & Ōmaeda

222. The Most Evil Tag!? Suì-Fēng & Ōmaeda

24 min
6/2/2009

Ggio Vega and Nirgge Parduoc release their Zanpakutōs, prompting Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda to use his true power.

S1 E222
A Miraculous Body! Ggio Releases

223. A Miraculous Body! Ggio Releases

24 min
6/9/2009

Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda and Captain Suì-Fēng struggle against their opponents, but are eventually able to win.

S1 E223
3 vs. 1 Battle! Rangiku's Crisis

224. 3 vs. 1 Battle! Rangiku's Crisis

24 min
6/16/2009

Lieutenant Momo Hinamori arrives to help out Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto, prompting Harribel's Fracción to bring forth Ayon.

S1 E224
Vice-Captains Annihilated! The Terrifying Demonic Beast

225. Vice-Captains Annihilated! The Terrifying Demonic Beast

24 min
6/23/2009

Ayon overpowers the lieutenants, greatly injuring them, but Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto appears to fight the beast.

S1 E225
Fierce Fighting Concludes? Towards a New Battle!

226. Fierce Fighting Concludes? Towards a New Battle!

24 min
6/30/2009

Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto effortlessly finishes Ayon and Harribel's Fracción. Starrk reveals himself to be the Primera Espada. Rukia Kuchiki fights Rudbornn as Ichigo Kurosaki struggles against Ulquiorra Cifer.

S1 E226
Wonderful Error

227. Wonderful Error

24 min
7/7/2009

Ichigo Kurosaki and Yasutora Sado become classmates with Mizuiro Kojima and Keigo Asano. Rukia Kuchiki is assigned to Karakura Town and Renji Abarai is promoted.

S1 E227
Summer! Sea! Swimsuit Festival!!

228. Summer! Sea! Swimsuit Festival!!

24 min
7/14/2009

The characters take a break on the beach.

S1 E228
Cry of the Soul? The Rug Shinigami is Born!

229. Cry of the Soul? The Rug Shinigami is Born!

24 min
7/21/2009

Ikkaku and Yumichika are forced to stay with Mizuho again while on a mission in the Human World.

S1 E229
A New Enemy! The Materialization of Zanpakutō

230. A New Enemy! The Materialization of Zanpakutō

24 min
7/28/2009

A mysterious Zanpakutō Spirit named Muramasa releases the spirits of many Zanpakutō from their swords and attacks Soul Society.

S1 E230
Byakuya, Disappearing with the Cherry Blossoms

231. Byakuya, Disappearing with the Cherry Blossoms

24 min
8/4/2009

Ichigo Kurosaki battles against the manifested Zanpakutō Spirit of Sode no Shirayuki, who arrives in the Human World while chasing Rukia Kuchiki.

S1 E231
Sode no Shirayuki vs. Rukia! Confused Heart

232. Sode no Shirayuki vs. Rukia! Confused Heart

24 min
8/11/2009

Rukia Kuchiki and Ichigo Kurosaki battle Sode no Shirayuki, and Muramasa reveals he is a Zanpakutō Spirit.

S1 E232
Zangetsu Becomes an Enemy

233. Zangetsu Becomes an Enemy

24 min
8/18/2009

Muramasa releases Zangetsu, and Ichigo Kurosaki fights him as his inner Hollow begins to take control.

S1 E233
Renji Surprised?! The Two Zabimarus

234. Renji Surprised?! The Two Zabimarus

24 min
8/25/2009

6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai is confronted by the spirit of his Zanpakutō, and Muramasa enters Ichigo Kurosaki's inner world.

S1 E234
Clash! Hisagi vs. Kazeshini

235. Clash! Hisagi vs. Kazeshini

24 min
9/1/2009

9th Division Lieutenant Shūhei Hisagi fights his Zanpakutō spirit while Hollow Ichigo fights Muramasa and 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai regains the ability to release his Shikai, Zabimaru.

S1 E235
Release! The New Getsuga Tenshō

236. Release! The New Getsuga Tenshō

24 min
9/8/2009

3rd Division Lieutenant Izuru Kira aids 9th Division Lieutenant Shūhei Hisagi, who is fighting Kazeshini, while 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai and Ichigo Kurosaki conclude their battles.

S1 E236
Suì-Fēng, Surrounding the Zanpakutō

237. Suì-Fēng, Surrounding the Zanpakutō

24 min
9/15/2009

11th Division 3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame and 2nd Division Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda encounter their Zanpakutō Spirits, and Ichigo Kurosaki spots 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki.

S1 E237
Friendship? Hatred? Haineko & Tobiume

238. Friendship? Hatred? Haineko & Tobiume

24 min
9/22/2009

10th Division Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto and 5th Division Lieutenant Momo Hinamori battle their Zanpakutō Spirits, and 10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya tells Hyōrinmaru what his name is while Muramasa limps through the Forest of Menos.

S1 E238
The Awakening Hyōrinmaru! Hitsugaya's Fierce Fight

239. The Awakening Hyōrinmaru! Hitsugaya's Fierce Fight

24 min
9/29/2009

As 5th Division Lieutenant Momo Hinamori and 10th Division Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto conclude their battle, 10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya tries to convince Hyōrinmaru he is his master, but the Zanpakutō Spirit does not believe it.

S1 E239
Byakuya's Betrayal

240. Byakuya's Betrayal

24 min
10/6/2009

Ichigo Kurosaki attacks Muramasa, but Senbonzakura, and later 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki, shows up to protect him.

S1 E240
For the Sake of Pride! Byakuya vs. Renji

241. For the Sake of Pride! Byakuya vs. Renji

24 min
10/13/2009

Muramasa has 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki perform a test of loyalty. Afterwards, Byakuya invades the 6th Division barracks and is forced to fight his lieutenant, Renji Abarai.

S1 E241
Shinigami and Zanpakutō, Total Sortie

242. Shinigami and Zanpakutō, Total Sortie

24 min
10/20/2009

As Ichigo Kurosaki, 2nd Division Captain Suì-Fēng, and 3rd Division Lieutenant Izuru Kira begin their battles, 11th Division 3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame fights and defeats his Zanpakutō Spirit, Hōzukimaru.

S1 E242
One-to-One Fight! Ichigo vs. Senbonzakura

243. One-to-One Fight! Ichigo vs. Senbonzakura

24 min
10/27/2009

As the Shinigami battle the Zanpakutō Spirits, 3rd Division Lieutenant Izuru Kira defeats Kazeshini, only to be attacked by Wabisuke. Meanwhile, 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki arrives at the battlefield.

S1 E243
The Long Awaited... Kenpachi Appears!

244. The Long Awaited... Kenpachi Appears!

24 min
11/3/2009

11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki arrives and defeats Wabisuke before moving on to 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki. Meanwhile, 11th Division 5th Seat Yumichika Ayasegawa defeats his manifested Zanpakutō Spirit, Ruri'iro Kujaku.

S1 E244
Pursue Byakuya! The Confused Gotei Divisions

245. Pursue Byakuya! The Confused Gotei Divisions

24 min
11/10/2009

As 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and 6th Division Byakuya Kuchiki fight, 11th Division Lieutenant Yachiru Kusajishi chases Ashisogi Jizō before 12th Division Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi forces his Zanpakutō Spirit to self-destruct and tells others to not interfere. Muramasa takes Byakuya to see Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto, who is inside of a barrier guarded by a dark-haired woman, two white-haired boys, and a cloaked figure.

S1 E245
Special Mission! Rescue Captain Commander Yamamoto!

246. Special Mission! Rescue Captain Commander Yamamoto!

24 min
11/17/2009

A group of Shinigami attempt to rescue Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto, but they are held back by several Zanpakutō Spirits. Meanwhile, Ichigo Kurosaki arrives at the barrier surrounding Yamamoto and prepares to destroy it.

S1 E246
Deceived Shinigami! The World Collapse Crisis

247. Deceived Shinigami! The World Collapse Crisis

24 min
11/24/2009

As Yoruichi Shihōin, 8th Division Captain Shunsui Kyōraku, 11th Division Captain Jūshirō Ukitake, and 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki continue to fight against the Zanpakutō Spirits, Ichigo Kurosaki frees Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto, only to learn this was all part of Muramasa's plan.

S1 E247
Dragon of Ice and Dragon of Flame! The Strongest Showdown!

248. Dragon of Ice and Dragon of Flame! The Strongest Showdown!

24 min
12/1/2009

Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto and the others are held back by Ryūjin Jakka's flames as Muramasa attempts to free Kōga Kuchiki.

S1 E248
Senbonzakura's Bankai! Offense and Defense of the Living World

249. Senbonzakura's Bankai! Offense and Defense of the Living World

24 min
12/8/2009

11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki faces off against Tenken's Bankai, Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō, as Muramasa frees his master, Kōga.

S1 E249
That Man, for the Sake of the Kuchiki

250. That Man, for the Sake of the Kuchiki

24 min
12/15/2009

Kōga Kuchiki's past is revealed.

S1 E250
Dark History! The Worst Shinigami Is Born

251. Dark History! The Worst Shinigami Is Born

24 min
12/22/2009

6th Division Captain Ginrei Kuchiki and Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto are forced to seal Kōga Kuchiki away. In the present, 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki stops Kōga from killing Muramasa.

S1 E251
Byakuya, the Truth Behind His Betrayal

252. Byakuya, the Truth Behind His Betrayal

24 min
1/5/2010

As Senbonzakura reveals the truth about 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki's betrayal, Byakuya fights against Kōga Kuchiki. Meanwhile, Muramasa loses controls and unleashes hundreds of Gillians.

S1 E252
Muramasa's True Identity Revealed

253. Muramasa's True Identity Revealed

24 min
1/12/2010

6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki defeats Kōga Kuchiki as Muramasa loses control and transforms into a Hollow version of himself. As Ichigo Kurosaki battles Muramasa, several Shinigami and their Zanpakutō Spirits arrive to help.

S1 E253
Byakuya and Renji, the 6th Division Returns

254. Byakuya and Renji, the 6th Division Returns

24 min
1/19/2010

The Shinigami and their Zanpakutō Spirits try to deal with the Gillians.

S1 E254
Final Chapter - Zanpakutō The Alternate Tale

255. Final Chapter - Zanpakutō The Alternate Tale

24 min
1/26/2010

Ichigo Kurosaki defeats Muramasa, and the Zanpakutō Spirits return to their original forms.

S1 E255
The Angered Byakuya! The Collapse of the Kuchiki House

256. The Angered Byakuya! The Collapse of the Kuchiki House

24 min
2/2/2010

A party is being held at the Kuchiki Manor when two rogue Zanpakutō Spirits, called Tōjū, attack and disrupt the party.

S1 E256
A New Enemy! The True Nature of the Sword Beasts

257. A New Enemy! The True Nature of the Sword Beasts

24 min
2/9/2010

10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya battles a Tōjū which has been absorbed by a Hollow.

S1 E257
Stray Snake, Tortured Monkey

258. Stray Snake, Tortured Monkey

24 min
2/16/2010

6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai and his Zanpakutō Spirit, Zabimaru, must defeat a Tōjū, but Hebi wants freedom.

S1 E258
Terror! The Monster That Lurks Underground

259. Terror! The Monster That Lurks Underground

24 min
2/23/2010

A group of Shinigami must go into the sewers to fight a Tōjū. They are aided by a Zanpakutō Spirit who has been living in the sewers.

S1 E259
Conclusion!? Hisagi vs. Kazeshini

260. Conclusion!? Hisagi vs. Kazeshini

24 min
3/2/2010

Kazeshini has a change of heart when he is forced to look after a baby.

S1 E260
The Person with the Unknown Ability! Orihime Is Targeted

261. The Person with the Unknown Ability! Orihime Is Targeted

24 min
3/9/2010

Orihime Inoue must help a transfer student who is being controlled by a Tōjū.

S1 E261
Haineko Cries! The Tragic Sword Beast!

262. Haineko Cries! The Tragic Sword Beast!

24 min
3/16/2010

Haineko falls for a Tōjū who is fully aware. However, when he loses control, Haineko decides to defeat him herself.

S1 E262
Imprisonment?! Senbonzakura & Zabimaru

263. Imprisonment?! Senbonzakura & Zabimaru

24 min
3/23/2010

Zabimaru and Senbonzakura are trapped in the Shinigami Research and Development Institute.

S1 E263
Battle of the Females? Katen Kyōkotsu vs. Nanao!

264. Battle of the Females? Katen Kyōkotsu vs. Nanao!

24 min
3/30/2010

8th Division Lieutenant Nanao Ise tries to relate to the violet-haired girl while they battle a Tōjū.

S1 E264
Evolution?! The Menace of the Final Sword Beast

265. Evolution?! The Menace of the Final Sword Beast

24 min
4/6/2010

The Zanpakutō Spirits struggle with the final Tōjū until their wielders arrive to help.

S1 E265
Ichigo vs. Ulquiorra, Resume

266. Ichigo vs. Ulquiorra, Resume

24 min
4/13/2010

Prior events are recalled.

S1 E266
Connected Hearts! The Left Fist of Certain Death

267. Connected Hearts! The Left Fist of Certain Death

24 min
4/20/2010

Ichigo Kurosaki struggles against Ulquiorra Cifer as Renji Abarai and Yasutora Sado fight Battikaroa.

S1 E267
Hatred and Jealousy, Orihime's Dilemma

268. Hatred and Jealousy, Orihime's Dilemma

24 min
4/27/2010

Loly Aivirrne and Menoly Mallia take Orihime Inoue up to where Ichigo Kurosaki is fighting. Yammy Llargo shows up and, after disposing of Loly, is ambushed by Uryū Ishida.

S1 E268
Ichigo and Uryū, Bonded Back to Back

269. Ichigo and Uryū, Bonded Back to Back

24 min
5/4/2010

As Uryū Ishida deals with Yammy Llargo, Ulquiorra Cifer shows Ichigo Kurosaki his Resurrección.

S1 E269
Beginning of Despair... Ichigo, the Unreachable Blade

270. Beginning of Despair... Ichigo, the Unreachable Blade

24 min
5/11/2010

Ichigo Kurosaki greatly struggles with Ulquiorra Cifer in his released form and to further drive it in, Ulquiorra shows Ichigo his second release.

S1 E270
Ichigo Dies! Orihime, the Cry of Sorrow!

271. Ichigo Dies! Orihime, the Cry of Sorrow!

24 min
5/18/2010

As Ichigo Kurosaki's Hollow form completely takes him over, he begins battling Ulquiorra Cifer again.

S1 E271
Ichigo vs. Ulquiorra, Conclusion!

272. Ichigo vs. Ulquiorra, Conclusion!

24 min
5/25/2010

Ichigo Kurosaki and Ulquiorra Cifer conclude their battle.

S1 E272
Fury of the Shark! Halibel's Release

273. Fury of the Shark! Halibel's Release

24 min
6/1/2010

As Rukia Kuchiki, Yasutora Sado, and Lieutenant Renji Abarai battle Yammy Llargo, the captains in the Fake Karakura Town continue battling the Espada.

S1 E273
Hitsugaya, the Desperate Hyōten Hyakkasō!

274. Hitsugaya, the Desperate Hyōten Hyakkasō!

24 min
6/8/2010

The battle between Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya and Tier Harribel continues.

S1 E274
The Approaching Breath of Death, the King Who Rules Over Death!

275. The Approaching Breath of Death, the King Who Rules Over Death!

24 min
6/15/2010

Captain Suì-Fēng and Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda struggle against Baraggan Louisenbairn.

S1 E275
One Hit Kill, Suì-Fēng, Bankai!

276. One Hit Kill, Suì-Fēng, Bankai!

24 min
6/22/2010

As Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda distracts Baraggan Luisenbarn for Captain Suì-Fēng, Captain Shunsui Kyōraku and Coyote Starrk continue their battle.

S1 E276
Climax! Kyōraku vs. Stark!

277. Climax! Kyōraku vs. Stark!

24 min
6/29/2010

Captain Shunsui Kyōraku and Coyote Starrk decide to get serious in their battle.

S1 E277
The Nightmare Returns... Revival of the Espada

278. The Nightmare Returns... Revival of the Espada

24 min
7/6/2010

The Espada are shown to still be alive, Sōsuke Aizen, Gin Ichimaru, and Kaname Tōsen are freed, and the Visored arrive on the battlefield.

S1 E278
Hirako and Aizen...the Reunion of Fate!

279. Hirako and Aizen...the Reunion of Fate!

24 min
7/13/2010

The Visored join the fight.

S1 E279
Hisagi and Tōsen, the Moment of Parting

280. Hisagi and Tōsen, the Moment of Parting

24 min
7/20/2010

Hachigen Ushōda helps Captain Suì-Fēng battle Baraggan Luisenbarn.

S1 E280
Crown of Lies, Baraggan's Grudge

281. Crown of Lies, Baraggan's Grudge

24 min
7/27/2010

Baraggan Luisenbarn recalls his past as the King of Hueco Mundo before dying.

S1 E281
Power of the Soul! Los Lobos, Attack!

282. Power of the Soul! Los Lobos, Attack!

24 min
8/3/2010

Love Aikawa and Rōjūrō Ōtoribashi battle against Coyote Starrk.

S1 E282
Stark, the Lone Battle

283. Stark, the Lone Battle

24 min
8/10/2010

Coyote Starrk and Captain Shunsui Kyōraku conclude their battle.

S1 E283
Chain of Sacrifice, Halibel's Past

284. Chain of Sacrifice, Halibel's Past

24 min
8/17/2010

As Tier Harribel falls unconscious from her wounds, she recalls her past.

S1 E284
The Hundred-Year Grudge! Hiyori's Revenge

285. The Hundred-Year Grudge! Hiyori's Revenge

24 min
8/24/2010

As the situation begins to get desperate in the Fake Karakura Town, the battle with Yammy Llargo continues in Hueco Mundo.

S1 E285
Ichigo's Return! Protect Karakura Town

286. Ichigo's Return! Protect Karakura Town

24 min
8/31/2010

The captains in Hueco Mundo decide to send Ichigo Kurosaki back to Karakura Town.

S1 E286
Side Story! Ichigo and the Magic Lamp

287. Side Story! Ichigo and the Magic Lamp

24 min
9/7/2010

Ichigo Kurosaki has a dream and tries to escape from it.

S1 E287
The Final Trump Card! Ichigo, Towards the Decisive Battle

288. The Final Trump Card! Ichigo, Towards the Decisive Battle

24 min
9/14/2010

As the battle with Yammy Llargo continues, Ichigo Kurosaki begins his return to Karakura Town.

S1 E288
Byakuya vs. Kenpachi?! The Melee Commences

289. Byakuya vs. Kenpachi?! The Melee Commences

24 min
9/21/2010

As Captains Byakuya Kuchiki and Kenpachi Zaraki prepare to battle with each other, Yammy Llargo's anger makes him even stronger than before. Meanwhile, Kaname Tōsen reveals he has Hollowfication to Lieutenant Shūhei Hisagi and Captain Sajin Komamura.

S1 E289
For the Sake of Justice?! The Man Who Deserted the Shinigami

290. For the Sake of Justice?! The Man Who Deserted the Shinigami

24 min
9/28/2010

Kaname Tōsen reveals his true reasons for betraying Soul Society.

S1 E290
Desperate Struggle with Aizen! Hirako, Shikai!

291. Desperate Struggle with Aizen! Hirako, Shikai!

24 min
10/5/2010

As Captain Sajin Komamura continues his battle with Kaname Tōsen, Shinji Hirako releases his Zanpakutō against Sōsuke Aizen.

S1 E291
All Out War! Aizen vs. Shinigami

292. All Out War! Aizen vs. Shinigami

24 min
10/12/2010

The Shinigami and Visored vow to protect Ichigo Kurosaki and defeat Sōsuke Aizen.

S1 E292
Hitsugaya, Enraged! Blade of Hatred!

293. Hitsugaya, Enraged! Blade of Hatred!

24 min
10/19/2010

The Shinigami and Visored, attacking Sōsuke Aizen, are unable to defeat the treacherous captain.

S1 E293
Impossible to Attack? The Sealed Genryūsai!

294. Impossible to Attack? The Sealed Genryūsai!

24 min
10/26/2010

Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto joins the battle against Sōsuke Aizen, only for his Zanpakutō's abilities to be sealed by Wonderweiss Margela.

S1 E294
It's All a Trap... Engineered Bonds!

295. It's All a Trap... Engineered Bonds!

24 min
11/2/2010

Sōsuke Aizen reveals to Ichigo Kurosaki that all of his battles have taken place exactly as he desired.

S1 E295
The Shocking Truth...The Mysterious Power Within Ichigo!

296. The Shocking Truth...The Mysterious Power Within Ichigo!

24 min
11/9/2010

As Sōsuke Aizen reveals more facts to Ichigo Kurosaki, Isshin Kurosaki joins the battle.

S1 E296
The Extending Blade?! Ichigo vs. Gin!

297. The Extending Blade?! Ichigo vs. Gin!

24 min
11/16/2010

As Ichigo Kurosaki and Gin Ichimaru battle, Sōsuke Aizen explains to Isshin Kurosaki about the true power of the Hōgyoku.

S1 E297
Film! Festival! Shinigami Film Festival!

298. Film! Festival! Shinigami Film Festival!

24 min
11/23/2010

The Shinigami in the Gotei 13 make a movie for the "Seireitei International Film Festival."

S1 E298
Theatre Opening Commemoration! The Hell Verse: Prologue

299. Theatre Opening Commemoration! The Hell Verse: Prologue

24 min
11/30/2010

While visiting the World of the Living, Kuchiki Rukia comes across Kurumadani Zennosuke, the current Soul Reaper stationed in Karakura Town, being attacked by a mysterious masked man.

S1 E299
Urahara Appears! Stop Aizen!

300. Urahara Appears! Stop Aizen!

24 min
12/7/2010

The battle with Sōsuke Aizen continues as Aizen is transformed by the Hōgyoku.

S1 E300
Ichigo Loses His Fighting Spirit!? Gin's Expectation!

301. Ichigo Loses His Fighting Spirit!? Gin's Expectation!

24 min
12/14/2010

As his transformation progresses, Sōsuke Aizen proves more and more resilient. Ichigo Kurosaki's strength fails to defeat Gin Ichimaru.

S1 E301
The Final Getsuga Tenshō!? Ichigo's Training!

302. The Final Getsuga Tenshō!? Ichigo's Training!

24 min
12/21/2010

Ichigo Kurosaki begins training to learn the Final Getsuga Tenshō. Sōsuke Aizen and Gin Ichimaru arrive in Karakura Town.

S1 E302
Real World and Shinigami! The New Year Special!

303. Real World and Shinigami! The New Year Special!

24 min
1/4/2011

The Soul Reaper Association hosts a New Year’s party in the Soul Society.

S1 E303
Another Side Story! This Time's Enemy Is a Monster!?

304. Another Side Story! This Time's Enemy Is a Monster!?

24 min
1/11/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki has another dream and tries to escape from it again.

S1 E304
Delusion Roars! Hisagi, Towards the Hot Springs Inn!

305. Delusion Roars! Hisagi, Towards the Hot Springs Inn!

24 min
1/18/2011

Lieutenants Shūhei Hisagi and Rangiku Matsumoto go on a mission, and Hisagi deludes himself into thinking that Rangiku likes him.

S1 E305
For the Sake of Protecting! Ichigo vs. Tensa Zangetsu!

306. For the Sake of Protecting! Ichigo vs. Tensa Zangetsu!

24 min
1/25/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki stands his ground against Tensa Zangetsu, who fuses with Ichigo's inner Hollow.

S1 E306
Emergency Situation! Aizen, New Evolution!

307. Emergency Situation! Aizen, New Evolution!

24 min
2/1/2011

As the Humans run away, Gin Ichimaru betrays Sōsuke Aizen.

S1 E307
Goodbye...Rangiku

308. Goodbye...Rangiku

24 min
2/8/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki emerges from his training and forces Sōsuke Aizen into battle away from Karakura Town.

S1 E308
Fierce Fighting Conclusion! Release, the Final Getsuga Tenshō!

309. Fierce Fighting Conclusion! Release, the Final Getsuga Tenshō!

24 min
2/15/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki uses the Final Getsuga Tenshō against Sōsuke Aizen.

S1 E309
Ichigo's Resolution! The Price of the Fierce Battle

310. Ichigo's Resolution! The Price of the Fierce Battle

24 min
2/22/2011

The aftermath of the battle with Sōsuke Aizen is shown.

S1 E310
The Soul Detective: Karakuraizer Takes Off Again!

311. The Soul Detective: Karakuraizer Takes Off Again!

22 min
3/1/2011

The continued adventures of Karakura-Raizer.

S1 E311
Inauguration! The Brand New 2nd Division Captain!

312. Inauguration! The Brand New 2nd Division Captain!

24 min
3/8/2011

Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda pretends to be the captain of the Second Division.

S1 E312
The Man Who Risks His Life in the 11th Division!

313. The Man Who Risks His Life in the 11th Division!

24 min
3/15/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki meets a member of the 11th Division named Seizo Harugasaki.

S1 E313
Kon Saw It! The Secret of a Beautiful Office Lady

314. Kon Saw It! The Secret of a Beautiful Office Lady

22 min
3/22/2011

Kon chases after a beautiful girl, while the rest of Karakura Town is threatened by a Hollow.

S1 E314
Yachiru's Friend! The Shinigami of Justice Appears!

315. Yachiru's Friend! The Shinigami of Justice Appears!

24 min
3/29/2011

Lieutenant Yachiru Kusajishi encounters her old Shinigami friend and catches up with him.

S1 E315
Toshirō Hitsugaya's Holiday!

316. Toshirō Hitsugaya's Holiday!

24 min
4/5/2011

Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya visits the Human World and visits Haru, an old lady he knew from his first assignment in the Human World.

S1 E316
Unusual Incident in Seireitei?! Gotei 13 Invading Army Arc!

317. Unusual Incident in Seireitei?! Gotei 13 Invading Army Arc!

22 min
4/12/2011

One month after Sōsuke Aizen's defeat, as things are returning to normal, people begin to disappear in the Dangai.

S1 E317
Renji vs. Rukia?! Battle With Comrades!

318. Renji vs. Rukia?! Battle With Comrades!

22 min
4/19/2011

As Ichigo Kurosaki escapes from his detention, Kagerōza Inaba comes to collect Nozomi Kujō.

S1 E318
Ichigo's Capture Net! Escape From Soul Society!

319. Ichigo's Capture Net! Escape From Soul Society!

22 min
4/26/2011

As Uryū Ishida battles Kagerōza Inaba, Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki attempt to escape from Seireitei.

S1 E319
Gotei 13, Gathering in the Real World!

320. Gotei 13, Gathering in the Real World!

22 min
5/3/2011

While the real Gotei 13 have a meeting about the Reigai, Kon is tasked with looking after Nozomi Kujō.

S1 E320
Showdown of Mutual Self, Ikkaku vs. Ikkaku!

321. Showdown of Mutual Self, Ikkaku vs. Ikkaku!

22 min
5/10/2011

Captains Jūshirō Ukitake and Shunsui Kyōraku investigate the SRDI's records, while the real Gotei 13 officers encounter their Reigai counterparts.

S1 E321
Clash! Rukia vs. Rukia!

322. Clash! Rukia vs. Rukia!

22 min
5/17/2011

As the Reigai continue their attack, Nozomi Kujō wanders around Karakura in search of something.

S1 E322
Protect Ichigo! Nozomi's Determination

323. Protect Ichigo! Nozomi's Determination

22 min
5/24/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki defeats many Reigai while protecting Nozomi Kujō.

S1 E323
Recapture Seireitei! The Captains Move!

324. Recapture Seireitei! The Captains Move!

22 min
5/31/2011

The captains return to Soul Society to confront Kagerōza Inaba.

S1 E324
For the Sake of the Believers! Byakuya vs. Hitsugaya!

325. For the Sake of the Believers! Byakuya vs. Hitsugaya!

22 min
6/7/2011

As Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto fights the Reigai, Captain Byakuya Kuchiki encounters a Reigai of Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya.

S1 E325
The Two Hinamori, Hitsugaya's Resolution

326. The Two Hinamori, Hitsugaya's Resolution

22 min
6/14/2011

As the captains advance through Seireitei, Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya encounters a Reigai of Lieutenant Momo Hinamori.

S1 E326
Pride of the Kuchiki Family! Byakuya vs. Byakuya!

327. Pride of the Kuchiki Family! Byakuya vs. Byakuya!

22 min
6/21/2011

Captains Sajin Komamura, Byakuya Kuchiki, and Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto continue their battles with the Reigai.

S1 E327
Defeat Kageroza! Shinigami, All-Out War!

328. Defeat Kageroza! Shinigami, All-Out War!

22 min
6/28/2011

The real members of the Gotei 13 arrive at Kagerōza Inaba's lair to challenge him.

S1 E328
The Forbidden Research...Nozomi's Hidden Secret!

329. The Forbidden Research...Nozomi's Hidden Secret!

22 min
7/5/2011

Kagerōza Inaba struggles to recover from Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi's attack, while his motives and Nozomi Kujō's identity are revealed.

S1 E329
I Want to Live...! Nozomi's Zanpakutō

330. I Want to Live...! Nozomi's Zanpakutō

22 min
7/12/2011

As the remaining members of the Gotei 13 try to recover, Nozomi Kujō decides she wants to help the others.

S1 E330
For the Sake of Fighting! The Awakened Nozomi!

331. For the Sake of Fighting! The Awakened Nozomi!

22 min
7/19/2011

Nozomi Kujō trains with Ichigo Kurosaki and the others while the Reigai assault the Human World once again.

S1 E331
The Most Evil Reigai, Appearing in the Real World!

332. The Most Evil Reigai, Appearing in the Real World!

22 min
7/26/2011

Kujou Nozomi tries to join Ichigo and the others to fight the Reigai captains, but the other Soul Reapers tell her not to interfere.

S1 E332
Destroy Nozomi!? Genryusai's Decision!

333. Destroy Nozomi!? Genryusai's Decision!

22 min
8/2/2011

Head Captain Genryusai Yamamoto steps in to battle against the Reigai. Kurosaki Ichigo and Kujou Nozomi join the fight.

S1 E333
The Depleting Reiatsu! Ichigo, Death Struggle of the Soul!

334. The Depleting Reiatsu! Ichigo, Death Struggle of the Soul!

22 min
8/9/2011

Kujou Nozomi’s Zanpakuto breaks in the midst of trying to protect Yamamoto-Genryuusai Shigekuni from Inaba Kagerouza’s attack.

S1 E334
Hiding in the Dangai? Another Ichigo?!

335. Hiding in the Dangai? Another Ichigo?!

22 min
8/16/2011

After being brought back to the Urahara Shop by Kisuke Urahara, Ichigo Kurosaki heads into the Dangai to retrieve his Reishi.

S1 E335
Pursue Kageroza! Technological Development Department, Infiltration!

336. Pursue Kageroza! Technological Development Department, Infiltration!

22 min
8/23/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki, Kon, and Kisuke Urahara infiltrate Soul Society as Inaba begins to fuse with Nozomi Kujō.

S1 E336
The Developer of the Modified Souls

337. The Developer of the Modified Souls

22 min
8/30/2011

As Yoruichi Shihōin and the captains battle the Reigai, Ichigo Kurosaki, Kon, and Kisuke Urahara go in search of Kagerōza Inaba's lab.

S1 E337
Kon's Thoughts, Nozomi's Thoughts

338. Kon's Thoughts, Nozomi's Thoughts

22 min
9/6/2011

Urahara Kisuke and Kon find Ouko Yushima, the man behind Kageroza’s invasion. Finding traces of Kageroza’s blood nearby, the two follow the trail.

S1 E338
Protect Ichigo! The Bonds of Friends!

339. Protect Ichigo! The Bonds of Friends!

22 min
9/13/2011

The Gotei 13 battle the Reigai, while the combined form of Inaba and Nozomi Kujō fights off a Hollowfied Ichigo and his friends.

S1 E339
Reigai vs. Original, The Fierce Fighting for Gambled Pride!

340. Reigai vs. Original, The Fierce Fighting for Gambled Pride!

22 min
9/20/2011

As the merged Inaba Nozomi Kujō is confronted, the captains and lieutenants battle the Reigai.

S1 E340
Invading Army Arc, Final Conclusion!

341. Invading Army Arc, Final Conclusion!

22 min
9/27/2011

As the captains and lieutenants fight against the Reigai, Ichigo Kurosaki uses his restored powers to fight the fused form of Kagerōza Inaba and Nozomi Kujō.

S1 E341
Thank You

342. Thank You

22 min
10/4/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki gradually loses his remaining powers and bids farewell to Rukia Kuchiki.

S1 E342
3rd Year High School Student! Dressed Up, and a New Chapter Begins!

343. 3rd Year High School Student! Dressed Up, and a New Chapter Begins!

22 min
10/11/2011

Seventeen months later, Ichigo Kurosaki continues living life as a normal teenage high school student in Karakura Town.

S1 E343
A Dispute in School!? Ichigo and Uryū, Fight Together!

344. A Dispute in School!? Ichigo and Uryū, Fight Together!

22 min
10/18/2011

Kurosaki Ichigo’s boss Unagiya Ikumi shows up and drags him back to the office, where he meets a man called Kugo Ginjo.

S1 E344
Uryū is Attacked, A Threat Draws Near the Friends!

345. Uryū is Attacked, A Threat Draws Near the Friends!

22 min
10/25/2011

After Ichigo Kurosaki and Orihime Inoue visit Uryū Ishida in the hospital, Keigo Asano is attacked.

S1 E345
The Man with the Fullbring Ability: Kūgo Ginjō

346. The Man with the Fullbring Ability: Kūgo Ginjō

22 min
11/1/2011

Ginjou Kuugo tells Kurosaki Ichigo of his goal to restore his lost Soul Reaper powers, as well as demonstrating his own unique power.

S1 E346
A Crisis Sneaking up on the Kurosaki Family!? Ichigo's Confusion!

347. A Crisis Sneaking up on the Kurosaki Family!? Ichigo's Confusion!

22 min
11/8/2011

Kurosaki Ichigo has a day to decide whether to regain his lost Soul Reaper powers or not.

S1 E347
Power of the Substitute Badge, Ichigo's 'Pride'!

348. Power of the Substitute Badge, Ichigo's 'Pride'!

22 min
11/15/2011

Kurosaki Ichigo begins training, his first session is to fight and win against Mr. Pork

S1 E348
Next Target, The Devil's Hand Aims at Orihime!

349. Next Target, The Devil's Hand Aims at Orihime!

22 min
11/22/2011

Inoue Orihime is suddenly stopped and asked to die by a man named Shishigawara Moe.

S1 E349
The Man Who Killed the Shinigami Substitute!? Tsukishima Makes His Move

350. The Man Who Killed the Shinigami Substitute!? Tsukishima Makes His Move

22 min
11/29/2011

Tsuskishima pretends to impale Orihime's chest and leaves her. Although Orihime suffered no cuts, she starts having a vague idea that Tsukishima was her friend. Unwilling to worry Ichigo about what happened, she only tells Chad about Tsukishima. Aware that Orihime is hiding information from, Ichigo goes back to to Xcution headquarters to continue his training to help his friends.

S1 E350
Fullbring, The Detested Power!

351. Fullbring, The Detested Power!

22 min
12/6/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki continues his training with Xcution, as they struggle to convince Jackie Tristan to help.

S1 E351
Tsukishima Attacks! The Training Has Been Thwarted

352. Tsukishima Attacks! The Training Has Been Thwarted

22 min
12/13/2011

As Jackie Tristan and Ichigo Kurosaki train in the fish tank, Shūkurō Tsukishima arrives in Xcution's hideout.

S1 E352
Ichigo, Mastering the Fullbring!

353. Ichigo, Mastering the Fullbring!

22 min
12/20/2011

As Shūkurō Tsukishima arrives at Xcution, a battle ensues.

S1 E353
Ichigo vs. Ginjō! To the Game's Space

354. Ichigo vs. Ginjō! To the Game's Space

22 min
12/27/2011

Ichigo Kurosaki fights Kūgo Ginjō in the Game Space.

S1 E354
Shinigami at War! New Year in Seireitei Special!

355. Shinigami at War! New Year in Seireitei Special!

22 min
1/10/2012

New year celebrations in Soul Society include a kite-flying contest and Rukia performing a celebration dance.

S1 E355
Friend or Foe!? Ginjō's True Intentions!

356. Friend or Foe!? Ginjō's True Intentions!

22 min
1/17/2012

Ichigo Kurosaki continues his training with Kūgo Ginjō, resulting in him completing his Fullbring.

S1 E356
Tsukishima's Ability, the Danger is Drawing Near!

357. Tsukishima's Ability, the Danger is Drawing Near!

22 min
1/24/2012

Ichigo trains with his Fullbring. Chad and Orihime investigate Tsukishima and engage in battle.

S1 E357
Clash!? Xcution attacks Ginjō

358. Clash!? Xcution attacks Ginjō

22 min
1/31/2012

Uryū leaves the hospital to investigate a Reiatsu that is appearing everywhere. Ichigo's friends and family, as well as the members of Xcution except for Ginjō, have been cut by Tsukishima.

S1 E358
The Sorrowful Battle! Ichigo vs. Sado & Orihime

359. The Sorrowful Battle! Ichigo vs. Sado & Orihime

22 min
2/7/2012

Ichigo and Kūgo catch their breath at a secret hideout and formulate a plan. They go to Tsukishima's mansion and engage in battle.

S1 E359
Ichigo vs Uryū!? Who is the Traitor!?

360. Ichigo vs Uryū!? Who is the Traitor!?

22 min
2/14/2012

As Ichigo Kurosaki begins his battle with Shūkurō Tsukishima, Uryū Ishida arrives, and Kūgo Ginjō is cut by Tsukishima.

S1 E360
A New Appearance! The Gotei 13, Arrives!

361. A New Appearance! The Gotei 13, Arrives!

22 min
2/21/2012

Stripped of his Fullbring, the powerless Ichigo Kurosaki is stabbed by Rukia Kuchiki and has his Shinigami powers returned to him.

S1 E361
Revival! Substitute Shinigami: Ichigo Kurosaki!

362. Revival! Substitute Shinigami: Ichigo Kurosaki!

22 min
2/28/2012

The 13 Court Guard Squad Soul Reapers share their Spirit Energy to restore Ichigo Kurosaki’s lost powers.

S1 E362
Fierce Fight! Shinigami vs. XCUTION!

363. Fierce Fight! Shinigami vs. XCUTION!

22 min
3/6/2012

The Soul Reapers take on the Xcution members in one-on-one battles.

S1 E363
Desperate Struggle!? Byakuya's Troubled Memories

364. Desperate Struggle!? Byakuya's Troubled Memories

22 min
3/13/2012

The battle between Kuchiki Byakuya and Tsukishima Shuukurou escalates as they both push their powers to the limit.

S1 E364
Ichigo vs. Ginjō! Secret of the Substitute Badge

365. Ichigo vs. Ginjō! Secret of the Substitute Badge

22 min
3/20/2012

As the battle between Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryū Ishida, and Kūgo Ginjō intensifies, the truth behind the Substitute Shinigami Badge surfaces.

S1 E365
Changing History, Unchanging Heart

366. Changing History, Unchanging Heart

24 min
3/27/2012

Ichigo Kurosaki and Ginjou Kuugo both release their Bankai to settle the score.

S1 E366

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