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The Best Episodes Directed By Taiji Kawanishi

Every TV Episode Directed by Taiji Kawanishi Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 20 Episode 490 - Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 2: Dark Clouds
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    S20:E490

    After the Great War, many missing and Rogue Ninja made their way into the Land of Silence. Sai, who has infiltrated the region to investigate, sends a cryptic message back to the Leaf. Shikamaru, determined to find out what's happening, heads for the Land of Silence with two members of the ANBU, Soku and Ro. However, they must first get past a heavily guarded checkpoint.

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - TAKe: One Who Writhes
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    S3:E8

    Tsukiyama's condition worsens. Tatara and Ayato argue about rescuing Hinami. Shirazu finds it difficult to take possession of the Nutcracker quinque. Quinx Squad begins a new joint investigation with S1 Squad.

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 197 - Byakuya's Bankai, The Quiet Anger
    7.5/10(8 votes)

    S1:E197

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

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 225 - Vice-Captains Annihilated! The Terrifying Demonic Beast
    7.4/10(8 votes)

    S1:E225

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

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 190 - Hueco Mundo Chapter, Restart!
    7.1/10(8 votes)

    S1:E190

    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.

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 266 - Ichigo vs. Ulquiorra, Resume
    7.0/10(6 votes)

    S1:E266

    Prior events are recalled.

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 217 - Beautiful Little Devil Charlotte
    6.9/10(8 votes)

    S1:E217

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

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - fresh: Eve
    6.8/10(10 votes)

    S3:E3

    Urie speaks to Chief Washu about having his Frame level increased. With a mission coming up, the Quinxes try to get Saiko to come to work. Donato asks Haise about his missing memories. The squad goes undercover.

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 182 - Amagai's True Strength, the Released Zanpakuto!
    6.7/10(6 votes)

    S1:E182

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

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Pandora's Box
    6.7/10(14 votes)

    S1:E2

    Hajime's classmates struggle with the aftermath of Hajime's fall. Hajime descends even further into the Labyrinth, where he makes a fateful encounter.

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 176 - Mystery! The Sword-Consuming Assassin
    6.3/10(6 votes)

    S1:E176

    The fights with the assassins continue.

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 204 - Ichigo's Seppuku Persuasion Strategy ☆
    6.2/10(6 votes)

    S1:E204

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

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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  13. undefined Season 0 Episode 1 - Omnibus: Great Orcus Labyrinth
    5.5/10(2 votes)

    S0:E1

    A look back at the trials and tribulations Hajime faced in the dire abyss of the Great Orcus Labyrinth.

    Director:Taiji Kawanishi
    Writer:N/A

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Taiji Kawanishi Ratings Summary

"Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 2: Dark Clouds" is the best rated episode directed by Taiji Kawanishi. It scored 8.2/10 from 4 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on January 19, 2017. It is rated 0.6 points higher than their second-best episode, "TAKe: One Who Writhes".