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The Best Episodes Directed By Hisatoshi Shimizu

Every TV Episode Directed by Hisatoshi Shimizu Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - If Only I Had Thorns Like A Thistle
    8.2/10(14 votes)

    S1:E1

    Ryuko Matoi is a vagrant school girl traveling from place to place searching for clues to the truth behind her father's death - the "woman with the scissor blade". The journey leads Ryuko to Honnouji Academy.

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 0 Episode 1 - Goodbye Again
    8.2/10(9 votes)

    S0:E1

    It's graduation at Honnouji Academy, but not everything is as it seems. Ryuko Matoi and the gang must defeat their final enemy.

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 22 - Tell Me How You Feel
    8.0/10(11 votes)

    S1:E22

    A surprising turn of events catches Nui Harime off guard and gives Nudist Beach a chance to regroup and plan their next step in the fight against Ragyo. But will Ryuko and Satsuki be able to settle their recent conflicts?

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 59 - Lost Light
    8.0/10(24 votes)

    S1:E59

    As the light of the sun vanishes, Mustang learns the loss which comes from seeing the other side of the Gateway - and five sacrifices gather in the dark presence of the Father.

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Dawn of a Miserable Morning
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    S1:E4

    Sirens awaken the No-Star students for the start of “No-Late Day,” where being tardy will get you expelled from Honnouji Academy. With Senketsu in the wash, Ryuko must fight on her own to get through the Discipline Committee’s traps and arrive on time.

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - Good Morning Again SAGA
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    S1:E12

    The day of the Arpino show has come, and the other members of Franchouchou have made it clear to Sakura that they're not going to quarantine her because of her bad luck. But with a blizzard brewing, will the girls' undying loyalty to their friend prove to be their undoing?

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 48 - The Oath in the Tunnel
    7.7/10(21 votes)

    S1:E48

    After investigating the twisted roots of the Bradley family tree, Mustang gathers his most loyal troops. Meanwhile, Ed and his allies continue fighting Selim, who shocks everyone by turning on his own kind.

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - But It's Zombiemental SAGA
    7.3/10(4 votes)

    S1:E7

    The time has come for Franchouchou to take the stage at the Saga Rock musical festival! But clouds are starting to gather, with the thunder and lightning causing Ai to freeze up in fear. Who will help re-animate her so that the show can be a success?

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Warming Dead SAGA
    7.2/10(5 votes)

    S1:E4

    Franchouchou is headed to the land of Ureshino in Saga to do perform for a big company! Will they be able to win over a new business partner with their singing and dancing?

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 19 - The Story of the Amanojaku
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    S1:E19

    To fix Hyakkimaru's broken sword, he and Dororo travel to a village where a master swordmaker named Munetsuna lives. Upon arriving at Munetsuna's house, they are met by his daughter Okowa.

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - I'm Not Your Cute Woman
    7.0/10(13 votes)

    S1:E11

    Ryuko’s battle against the Elite Four takes to the skies! Meanwhile, more spectators converge on Honnouji Academy. But who is the mysterious girl strolling through town and what secrets does she hold?

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 16 - The Girl Can't Help It
    7.0/10(13 votes)

    S1:E16

    The Tri-City Schools Raid Trip is returning to Honnouji Academy, when Satsuki Kiryuin is unexpectedly summoned home. Meanwhile, Ryuko begins to learn the truth behind the series of events that brought her and Senketsu together.

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    6.8/10(6 votes)

    S1:E7

    As Higan and Lil engage in combat, Higan achieves complete synchronization with his Gusoku Gear, known as "Kamui." Afterward, Yamaji finally orders Zai to eliminate Higan.

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
    Writer:N/A

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    S1:E10

    Higan mourns Emma's death when a letter challenging him to a duel arrives from Zai. Mike and Jason want to leak the data they hacked from AUZA to the public but discover they can't due to Emma's external memory drive being encrypted.

    Director:Hisatoshi Shimizu
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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 14 - The Story of Sabame
    6.3/10(12 votes)

    S1:E14

    Dororo and Hyakkimaru come across an abandoned, burnt-out temple, where they meet a man named Sabame who rules the surrounding area. Sabame invites the two of them to his residence and tells them the story behind the burnt-out temple and the ghoul that haunts it. However, Dororo and Hyakkimaru suspect that he might not be telling the truth.

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Hisatoshi Shimizu Ratings Summary

"If Only I Had Thorns Like A Thistle" is the best rated episode directed by Hisatoshi Shimizu. It scored 8.2/10 based on 14 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 10/4/2013 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Goodbye Again".