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For as long as he can remember, Ichigo Kurosaki has been able to see ghosts. But when he meets Rukia, a Soul Reaper who battles evil spirits known as Hollows, he finds his life is

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Season 1

7.7/103,569 votes
The Day I Became a Shinigami
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.4/102,672 votes
A Shinigami's Work
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/12/2004
After becoming a Shinigami, Ichigo Kurosaki refuses to help Rukia Kuchiki with her work as the local Shinigami of Karakura Town.
Director: Junya Koshiba
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.7/102,518 votes
The Older Brother's Wish, the Younger Sister's Wish
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/19/2004
When a Hollowfied Sora Inoue attacks his younger sister, Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki set out to save her.
Director: Shigeki Hatakeyama
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.4/102,300 votes
Cursed Parakeet
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 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.
Director: Takushi Kimura
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.7/102,277 votes
Beat the Invisible Enemy!
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/2/2004
Rukia Kuchiki and Yasutora Sado team up to take on the Hollow Shrieker.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.4/102,135 votes
Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 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.
Director: Junya Koshiba
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.5/102,087 votes
Greetings from a Stuffed Lion
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/16/2004
Ichigo Kurosaki becomes friends with the Modified Soul, Kon, and puts him into a plushie.
Director: Akira Shimizu
Writer: Michiko Yokote, Masashi Sogo
7.7/102,070 votes
June 17, Memories in the Rain
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/23/2004
Ichigo Kurosaki goes to his mother's grave with the rest of his family.
Director: Shigeki Hatakeyama
Writer: Masashi Sogo
8.2/102,308 votes
Unbeatable Enemy
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/30/2004
Ichigo Kurosaki battles against Grand Fisher.
Director: Takushi Kimura
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.1/102,033 votes
Assault on Trip at Sacred Ground!
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 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.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.4/101,967 votes
The Legendary Quincy
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 12/14/2004
Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki meet Uryū Ishida, a Quincy.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.7/101,970 votes
A Gentle Right Arm
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 12/21/2004
As Ichigo Kurosaki begins his duel with Uryū Ishida, Yasutora Sado gains a new power.
Director: Koji Aritomi
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.4/101,946 votes
Flower and Hollow
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 12/28/2004
Orihime Inoue gains a new power in order to protect Tatsuki Arisawa.
Director: Takushi Kimura
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
8.1/102,116 votes
Back to Back, a Fight to the Death!
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 1/11/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki and Uryū Ishida work together to defeat a Menos Grande.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.1/101,895 votes
Kon's Great Plan
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 1/18/2005
Kon decides to run away from the Kurosaki Clinic as Soul Society comes after Rukia Kuchiki.
Director: Chiaki Kon
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.2/102,314 votes
The Encounter, Abarai Renji!
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 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.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Michiko Yokote
8.6/102,524 votes
Ichigo Dies!
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 2/1/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki loses his Shinigami powers and Rukia Kuchiki is taken back to Soul Society.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.7/101,939 votes
Reclaim! The Power of the Shinigami!
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 2/8/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki begins his training with Kisuke Urahara to regain his Shinigami powers and save Rukia Kuchiki.
Director: Akira Shimizu
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
8.6/102,511 votes
Ichigo Becomes a Hollow!
Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 2/15/2005
Kisuke Urahara helps Ichigo Kurosaki regain his Shinigami powers.
Director: Takushi Kimura
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
8.2/102,314 votes
Ichimaru Gin's Shadow
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 2/22/2005
After completing their training, Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends depart to Soul Society to rescue Rukia Kuchiki.
Director: Shigeki Hatakeyama
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.5/1013 votes
Enter! The World of the Shinigami
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 3/1/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends enter Soul Society.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.3/1013 votes
The Man who Hates Shinigami
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 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.
Director: Koji Aritomi
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.4/1012 votes
14 Days Before Rukia's Execution
Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 3/15/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends enter the household of the Shiba Clan.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.6/1012 votes
Assemble! The 13 Divisions
Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 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.
Director: Akira Iwanaga
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.7/1012 votes
Penetrate the Center with an Enormous Bombshell?
Season 1 Episode 25 - Aired 3/29/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends enter the Seireitei.
Director: Akira Shimizu
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.7/1012 votes
Formation! The Worst Tag
Season 1 Episode 26 - Aired 4/5/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends are scattered throughout the Seireitei, where they encounter new enemies.
Director: Takushi Kimura
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.6/1013 votes
Release the Death Blow!
Season 1 Episode 27 - Aired 4/12/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki completes his battle with 11th Division 3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame while his friends continue to progress through the Seireitei.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.6/1012 votes
Orihime Targeted
Season 1 Episode 28 - Aired 4/19/2005
Ganju Shiba wins his battle against 11th Division 5th Seat Yumichika Ayasegawa while Uryū Ishida begins his own.
Director: Keizo Kusakawa
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.5/1012 votes
Breakthrough! The Shinigami's Encompassing Net
Season 1 Episode 29 - Aired 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.
Director: Shigeki Hatakeyama
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.8/1012 votes
Renji's Confrontation
Season 1 Episode 30 - Aired 5/3/2005
Having been led to the base of Senzaikyū, Ichigo Kurosaki begins his rematch with 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.2/1012 votes
The Resolution to Kill
Season 1 Episode 31 - Aired 5/10/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki and 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai conclude their rematch.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
8.2/1012 votes
Stars and the Stray
Season 1 Episode 32 - Aired 5/17/2005
6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai remembers his past with Rukia Kuchiki and begs Ichigo Kurosaki to save her in his stead.
Director: Takushi Kimura
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.1/1010 votes
Miracle! The Mysterious New Hero
Season 1 Episode 33 - Aired 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.
Director: Chiaki Kon
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.8/1012 votes
Tragedy of Dawn
Season 1 Episode 34 - Aired 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.
Director: Koji Aritomi
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.8/1012 votes
Aizen Assassinated! The Darkness which Approaches
Season 1 Episode 35 - Aired 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.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Masashi Sogo
8.2/1012 votes
Zaraki Kenpachi Approaches!
Season 1 Episode 36 - Aired 6/14/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki begins his battle with 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki.
Director: Shigeki Hatakeyama
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.8/1012 votes
Motive of the Fist
Season 1 Episode 37 - Aired 6/21/2005
Yasutora Sado battles with 8th Division captain, Shunsui Kyōraku.
Director: Unknown
Writer: Michiko Yokote
8.1/1012 votes
Desperation! The Broken Zangetsu
Season 1 Episode 38 - Aired 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.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
8.3/1012 votes
The Immortal Man
Season 1 Episode 39 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Rika Takasugi
8.1/1013 votes
The Shinigami whom Ganju Met
Season 1 Episode 40 - Aired 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.
Director: Ryo Miyata
Writer: Masashi Sogo
8.2/1012 votes
Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia
Season 1 Episode 41 - Aired 7/19/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki arrives at the White Tower and reunites with Rukia Kuchiki.
Director: Koji Aritomi
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.8/1012 votes
Yoruichi, Goddess of Flash, Dances!
Season 1 Episode 42 - Aired 7/26/2005
Yoruichi Shihōin saves Ichigo Kurosaki and decides to help him attain Bankai.
Director: Akira Iwanaga
Writer: Michiko Yokote
8.0/1012 votes
The Despicable Shinigami
Season 1 Episode 43 - Aired 8/2/2005
Uryū Ishida and Orihime Inoue are confronted by 12th Division Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.5/1013 votes
Ishida Ultimate Power!
Season 1 Episode 44 - Aired 8/9/2005
Uryū Ishida removes his Sanrei Glove to defeat 12th Division Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.6/1012 votes
Overcome Your Limits!
Season 1 Episode 45 - Aired 8/16/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki begins his Bankai Training.
Director: Akira Shimizu
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.4/1012 votes
Authentic Records! School of Shinigami
Season 1 Episode 46 - Aired 8/23/2005
5th Division Lieutenant Momo Hinamori recalls her past at the Shin'ō Academy.
Director: Koji Aritomi
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.1/1012 votes
The Avengers
Season 1 Episode 47 - Aired 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.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.9/1012 votes
Hitsugaya Roars!
Season 1 Episode 48 - Aired 9/6/2005
10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya battles 3rd Division Captain Gin Ichimaru.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.7/1011 votes
Rukia's Nightmare
Season 1 Episode 49 - Aired 9/13/2005
Rukia Kuchiki recalls her past with Kaien Shiba.
Director: Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.8/108 votes
The Reviving Lion
Season 1 Episode 50 - Aired 9/20/2005
The Karakura Superheroes come together once more and fight a Hollow.
Director: Shigeki Hatakeyama
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.3/1010 votes
Morning of the Sentence
Season 1 Episode 51 - Aired 9/27/2005
As the day of Rukia Kuchiki's execution arrives, various groups around the Seireitei move out and clash with one another.
Director: Yoshinori Odaka
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.8/1010 votes
Renji, Oath of the Soul! Death Match with Byakuya
Season 1 Episode 52 - Aired 10/4/2005
6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai battles his captain, Byakuya Kuchiki.
Director: Koji Aritomi
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.8/1011 votes
Ichimaru Gin's Temptation, Resolution Shattered
Season 1 Episode 53 - Aired 10/4/2005
11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and his subordinates battle the 7th and 9th Division captains and lieutenants.
Director: Akira Shimizu
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
8.6/1011 votes
An Accomplished Oath! Get back Rukia!
Season 1 Episode 54 - Aired 10/18/2005
Rukia Kuchiki's execution ceremony commences, but does not proceed as planned.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.6/1010 votes
The Strongest Shinigami! Ultimate Confrontation Between Teacher and Students
Season 1 Episode 55 - Aired 10/25/2005
After the interruption of Rukia Kuchiki's execution, battles commence all across the Seireitei.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.8/1010 votes
Supersonic Battle! Determine the Goddess of Battle
Season 1 Episode 56 - Aired 11/1/2005
Yoruichi Shihōin battles 2nd Division Captain Suì-Fēng.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.9/1010 votes
Senbonzakura, Crushed! Zangetsu Thrusts through the Sky
Season 1 Episode 57 - Aired 11/8/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki and Captain Byakuya Kuchiki continue their battle.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Rika Takasugi
8.0/1013 votes
Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power
Season 1 Episode 58 - Aired 11/15/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki and 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki activate their Bankai.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
8.5/1011 votes
Conclusion of the Death Match! White Pride and Black Desire
Season 1 Episode 59 - Aired 11/22/2005
Ichigo Kurosaki and 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki's battle reaches its conclusion.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Masashi Sogo
8.2/1011 votes
Reality of the Despair, the Assassin's Dagger is Swung
Season 1 Episode 60 - Aired 12/6/2005
A conspiracy connecting several recent events in Soul Society is revealed.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
8.4/1011 votes
Aizen Stands! Horrible Ambitions
Season 1 Episode 61 - Aired 12/13/2005
4th Division Lieutenant Isane Kotetsu informs the Gotei 13 that Sōsuke Aizen is alive as the latter reveals his machinations.
Director: Akira Shimizu
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.4/1011 votes
Gather Together! Group of the Strongest Shinigami!
Season 1 Episode 62 - Aired 12/20/2005
5th Division Captain Sōsuke Aizen removes the Hōgyoku from Rukia Kuchiki's Soul and retreats to Hueco Mundo.
Director: Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.5/1010 votes
Rukia's Resolution, Ichigo's Feelings
Season 1 Episode 63 - Aired 1/10/2006
Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends say their goodbyes in Soul Society before heading back home through the Dangai.
Director: Shigeki Hatakeyama
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
New School Term, Renji Has Come to the Material World?!
Season 1 Episode 64 - Aired 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.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.9/109 votes
Creeping Terror, the Second Victim
Season 1 Episode 65 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.9/109 votes
Breakthrough! The Trap Hidden in the Labyrinth
Season 1 Episode 66 - Aired 1/31/2006
Ichigo Kurosaki, Lieutenant Renji Abarai, and Uryū Ishida must navigate a labyrinth in order to free their friends.
Director: Shigeru Ueda
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.7/109 votes
Death Game! The Missing Classmate
Season 1 Episode 67 - Aired 2/7/2006
Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends must deduce the identity of an impostor in their midst.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Rika Takasugi
6.9/109 votes
True Identity of the Devil, the Secret which Is Revealed
Season 1 Episode 68 - Aired 2/14/2006
The truth about the Mod-Souls is revealed as a new enemy appears.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akira Shimizu
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
Bount! The Ones Who Hunt Souls
Season 1 Episode 69 - Aired 2/14/2006
The Mod-Souls receive new bodies as Ichigo Kurosaki encounters a Bount for the first time.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.0/108 votes
Rukia's Return! Revival of the Substitute Team!
Season 1 Episode 70 - Aired 2/21/2006
Two new Bount appear as one takes an interest in Uryū Ishida.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.5/1010 votes
The Moment of Collision! An Evil Hand Draws Near to the Quincy
Season 1 Episode 71 - Aired 3/7/2006
With Ryō Utagawa attempting to devour his Soul, Uryū Ishida finds himself abducted and saved by Yoshino Sōma.
Director: Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Rika Takasugi
6.9/108 votes
Water Attack! Escape from the Shutdown Hospital
Season 1 Episode 72 - Aired 3/14/2006
While Uryū Ishida is in the hospital, his friends must fight two Bount who can control water.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.9/108 votes
Gathering Bounts! The Man Who Makes His Move
Season 1 Episode 73 - Aired 3/28/2006
Ganju Shiba and 4th Division 7th Seat Hanatarō Yamada help conclude the fight against Hō and Ban.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
Memories of an Eternally Living Clan
Season 1 Episode 74 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akira Shimizu
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.0/108 votes
Earth-Shattering Event at 11th Squad! The Shinigami Who Rises Again
Season 1 Episode 75 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.2/109 votes
Crashing Force! Fried vs. Zangetsu
Season 1 Episode 76 - Aired 4/4/2006
Ichigo Kurosaki faces off against Ryō Utagawa, who ends up betraying Jin Kariya with the intention of dethroning him.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.0/108 votes
Unfading Grudge! The Shinigami whom Kenpachi Killed
Season 1 Episode 77 - Aired 4/11/2006
Maki Ichinose remembers his past as he and Jin Kariya battle Ichigo Kurosaki.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.0/108 votes
Shocking Revelations for the 13 Divisions!! The Truth Buried in History
Season 1 Episode 78 - Aired 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.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
Yoshino's Decision of Death
Season 1 Episode 79 - Aired 5/9/2006
Yoshino Sōma makes a final stand against Jin Kariya in order to redeem herself.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.8/108 votes
Assault from a Formidable Enemy! A Tiny Final Line of Defense?!
Season 1 Episode 80 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Shigeru Ueda
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.9/108 votes
Hitsugaya Moves! The Attacked City
Season 1 Episode 81 - Aired 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.
Director: Eitarou Ano, Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
Ichigo vs. Dalk! Appearance of the Faded Darkness
Season 1 Episode 82 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.2/109 votes
Grey Shadow, the Secret of the Dolls
Season 1 Episode 83 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akira Shimizu
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
6.9/108 votes
Dissension in the Substitute Team? Rukia's Betrayal
Season 1 Episode 84 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Rika Takasugi
6.9/108 votes
Deadly Battle of Tears! Rukia vs. Orihime
Season 1 Episode 85 - Aired 6/13/2006
Mabashi uses his Doll, Ritz, to take control of Rukia Kuchiki's body and force her to fight her friends.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
Rangiku Dances! Slice the Invisible Enemy!
Season 1 Episode 86 - Aired 6/20/2006
Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto, Yasutora Sado, Noba, and Ururu Tsumugiya face off against the old Bount, Sawatari, and his Doll, Baura.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.3/109 votes
Byakuya is summoned! The Gotei 13 start to move!
Season 1 Episode 87 - Aired 7/4/2006
Sawatari retreats while an invisible intruder enters Soul Society. Uryū Ishida remembers training to become a Quincy.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masahiro Okubo, Masashi Sogo
7.2/109 votes
Annihilation of the Lieutenants!? Trap in the Underground Cave
Season 1 Episode 88 - Aired 7/11/2006
Ichigo Kurosaki and company head off to the Bounts' cave, only to encounter Ugaki's Doll, Gesell.
Director: Eitarou Ano, Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.9/108 votes
Rematch?! Ishida vs. Nemu
Season 1 Episode 89 - Aired 7/18/2006
Ichigo Kurosaki and friends continue to fight Gesell as Lieutenant Nemu Kurotsuchi presents Uryū Ishida with a battle accessory.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.1/108 votes
Renji Abarai, Bankai of the Soul!
Season 1 Episode 90 - Aired 7/25/2006
Gesell turns on its master. Ichigo Kurosaki attempts to fight Jin Kariya with little success.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.1/108 votes
Shinigami and Quincy, the Reviving Power
Season 1 Episode 91 - Aired 8/1/2006
Ichigo Kurosaki initiates Bankai, but Uryū Ishida completes the Bounts' portal, allowing them to enter Soul Society.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Shigeru Ueda
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
Invasion of the Shinigami World, Again
Season 1 Episode 92 - Aired 8/8/2006
The Bounts arrive in Soul Society. Rukia Kuchiki meets up with Yoshi once more.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akira Shimizu
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.9/108 votes
The Bount Assault! The Gotei 13 of Destructive Earthquake
Season 1 Episode 93 - Aired 8/15/2006
Rukia Kuchiki squares off against Yoshi. Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto informs the other captains of the Bounts' origins.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.0/108 votes
Hitsugaya's Decision! The Clash Approaches
Season 1 Episode 94 - Aired 8/22/2006
Jin Kariya recruits men from Kusajishi as Ichigo Kurosaki and friends finally arrive at Kūkaku Shiba's house.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.0/108 votes
Byakuya Takes the Field! Dance of the Wind-Splitting Cherry Blossoms
Season 1 Episode 95 - Aired 9/5/2006
Captain Byakuya Kuchiki battles Jin Kariya when Ichigo Kurosaki shows up to help.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
Ichigo, Byakuya, Kariya, The Battle of the Three Extremes!
Season 1 Episode 96 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Eitarou Ano
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
Hitsugaya Strikes! Slice the Enemy in the Middle of the Forest
Season 1 Episode 97 - Aired 9/19/2006
Ran'Tao reveals the reason for her resemblance to Yoshino Sōma as Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya faces off against Maki Ichinose.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.4/108 votes
Clash! Kenpachi Zaraki vs. Maki Ichinose
Season 1 Episode 98 - Aired 10/4/2006
Captain Kenpachi Zaraki arrives to stop Maki Ichinose.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.9/108 votes
Shinigami vs. Shinigami! The Uncontrollable Power
Season 1 Episode 99 - Aired 10/11/2006
The Bounts break into Seireitei and Captain Suì-Fēng encounters Mabashi.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akira Shimizu
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.9/109 votes
Suì-Fēng Dies? The Last of the Special Forces
Season 1 Episode 100 - Aired 10/18/2006
Captain Suì-Fēng survives her poisoning by using her own poison to nullify Mabashi's, and kills Mabashi.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.4/108 votes
Mayuri's Bankai!! Sawatari: Clash of the Demon
Season 1 Episode 101 - Aired 11/1/2006
Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi, of the 12th Division, battles against the Bount, Sawatari.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.9/108 votes
The Last Quincy! The Exploding Power
Season 1 Episode 102 - Aired 11/8/2006
As Jin Kariya looks for the Jokai Crest, Uryū Ishida battles the Bount, Yoshi.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
Ishida, Exceeding the Limits to Attack!
Season 1 Episode 103 - Aired 11/15/2006
As Uryū Ishida defeats the Bount, Yoshi, Jin Kariya prepares to destroy the Soul Society.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
10th Division's Death Struggle! The Release of Hyōrinmaru
Season 1 Episode 104 - Aired 11/22/2006
10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya battles against the Bount, Gō Koga.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Eitarou Ano
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/106 votes
Kariya! Countdown to the Detonation
Season 1 Episode 105 - Aired 11/29/2006
As the Shinigami learn more about the Jōkaishō, Ran'Tao confronts Jin Kariya.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.1/108 votes
Life and Revenge! Ishida, the Ultimate Choice
Season 1 Episode 106 - Aired 12/6/2006
Uryū Ishida confronts the Bount, Jin Kariya.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akira Shimizu
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/108 votes
The Swung-Down Edge! The Moment of Ruin
Season 1 Episode 107 - Aired 12/13/2006
As Ichigo Kurosaki and Jin Kariya battle each other, the Shinigami look for the other Jōkaishō to re-seal them.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.4/108 votes
The Wailing Bount! The Last Clash
Season 1 Episode 108 - Aired 12/20/2006
The battle between Ichigo Kurosaki and Jin Kariya concludes.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.1/108 votes
Ichigo and Rukia, Thoughts in the Revolving Around Heaven
Season 1 Episode 109 - Aired 1/4/2007
Following the battle with the Bounts, things slowly return to normal.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.4/1011 votes
Reopening of the Substitute Business! The Terrifying Transfer Student
Season 1 Episode 110 - Aired 1/10/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki goes back to slaying Hollows in the Human World, but he is soon confronted by Shinji Hirako - a Visored.
Director: Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.5/1011 votes
Shock! The Father's True Identity
Season 1 Episode 111 - Aired 1/17/2007
Isshin Kurosaki reveals himself as a Shinigami and fights Grand Fisher.
Director: Eitarou Ano
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.1/1010 votes
The Commencement of War, Vizards and the Arrancars
Season 1 Episode 112 - Aired 1/24/2007
Information on the Visored and Arrancar is revealed.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.1/1010 votes
Prelude to the Apocalypse, The Arrancar's Offensive
Season 1 Episode 113 - Aired 1/31/2007
Arrancar arrive in the Human World.
Director: Akira Shimizu
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.5/1010 votes
Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia and Soul Reapers
Season 1 Episode 114 - Aired 2/7/2007
The Arrancar leave the Human World while the Gotei 13 send help to protect the Human World.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.3/1010 votes
Mission! The Soul Reapers Have Come
Season 1 Episode 115 - Aired 2/14/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki regains his confidence to fight again. Later, more facts about the Arrancar are revealed.
Director: Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.2/1012 votes
The Evil Eye, Aizen Returns
Season 1 Episode 116 - Aired 2/21/2007
The Arrancar arrive in the Human World, again.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.2/1010 votes
Rukia's Battle Commences! The Freezing White Blade
Season 1 Episode 117 - Aired 2/28/2007
Rukia Kuchiki battles against the Arrancar, Di Roy Rinker.
Director: Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.5/1010 votes
Ikkaku's Bankai! The Power That Breaks Everything
Season 1 Episode 118 - Aired 3/7/2007
3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame battles against the Arrancar, Edrad Liones.
Director: Yuji Sekimoto
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.4/1010 votes
Zaraki Division's Secret Story! The Lucky Men
Season 1 Episode 119 - Aired 3/21/2007
3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame recalls when he joined the 11th Division.
Director: Takeshi Shirai
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.2/1010 votes
Hitsugaya Scatters! The Broken Hyōrinmaru
Season 1 Episode 120 - Aired 3/28/2007
The battles with the Arrancar continue.
Director: Yukio Okazaki
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.8/109 votes
Clash! The Protector vs. The Bearer
Season 1 Episode 121 - Aired 4/11/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki and Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez battle each other.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.2/109 votes
Vizard! The Power of the Awakened
Season 1 Episode 122 - Aired 4/18/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki goes to where the Visored are in hopes of learning how to control his Hollowfication.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.6/109 votes
Ichigo, Complete Hollowification!?
Season 1 Episode 123 - Aired 4/25/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki begins training to control his Hollowfication.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.4/109 votes
Collision! Black Bankai and the White Bankai
Season 1 Episode 124 - Aired 5/2/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki continues his battle with his inner Hollow.
Director: Takeshi Shirai
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.6/109 votes
Urgent Report! Aizen's Terrifying Plan!
Season 1 Episode 125 - Aired 5/9/2007
As Ichigo Kurosaki successfully controls his Hollow, Sōsuke Aizen's plans are revealed.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.0/109 votes
Uryū vs. Ryūken! Clash of the Parent-Child Quincys
Season 1 Episode 126 - Aired 5/16/2007
As Ichigo Kurosaki is informed of Sōsuke Aizen's plans, Uryū Ishida finishes his training.
Director: Hodaka Kuramoto, Takeshi Shirai
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.1/109 votes
Urahara's Decision, Orihime's Thoughts
Season 1 Episode 127 - Aired 5/30/2007
Orihime Inoue is told that she won't be allowed to fight in the upcoming battles.
Director: Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.7/107 votes
The Nightmare Arrancar! Team Hitsugaya Moves Out
Season 1 Episode 128 - Aired 6/6/2007
The Shinigami in the Human World find a boy named Shōta Toyokawa.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.9/107 votes
The Swooping Descent of the Dark Emissary! The Propagation of Malice
Season 1 Episode 129 - Aired 6/13/2007
The Shinigami help out Shōta Toyokawa and Yui Toyokawa.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yukio Okazaki
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.7/107 votes
The Invisible Enemy! Hitsugaya's Merciless Decision
Season 1 Episode 130 - Aired 6/20/2007
The Shinigami look for the Cloning Arrancar.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.7/107 votes
Rangiku's Tears, the Sorrowful Parting of Brother and Sister
Season 1 Episode 131 - Aired 6/27/2007
The Shinigami face off against the Cloning Arrancar.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Matsuo Asami
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.6/108 votes
Hitsugaya, Karin, and Soccer Ball
Season 1 Episode 132 - Aired 7/4/2007
Karin Kurosaki tries to get Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya to help her win an upcoming soccer match.
Director: Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Rika Takasugi
6.3/107 votes
Ikkaku: The Hot-Blooded Kendo Tale
Season 1 Episode 133 - Aired 7/11/2007
3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame helps a school student named Shinji Iijima win a Kendō tournament.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
6.4/107 votes
The Beautiful Patissier, Yumichika!
Season 1 Episode 134 - Aired 7/18/2007
5th Seat Yumichika Ayasegawa helps a Plus named Heita Momoyama bake a cake for his mother.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kiyomu Fukuda
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.3/107 votes
Kon is Deceived! Rangiku on the Lookout...
Season 1 Episode 135 - Aired 7/25/2007
Kon is forced to live with a girl named Miyuki.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.7/107 votes
Civil War in Hueco Mundo! Ulquiorra's Death
Season 1 Episode 136 - Aired 8/8/2007
Several Arrancar betray Sōsuke Aizen and steal the Hōgyoku.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yukio Okazaki
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.9/107 votes
The Malicious Battle, Aizen's Trap
Season 1 Episode 137 - Aired 8/22/2007
The rogue Arrancar are defeated by the Shinigami.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.3/109 votes
Hueco Mundo moves again! Hitsugaya vs. Yammy
Season 1 Episode 138 - Aired 8/29/2007
Several Arrancar head into the Human World.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.7/109 votes
Ichigo vs. Grimmjow, the 11-second battle!
Season 1 Episode 139 - Aired 9/5/2007
As the battles with the Arrancar continue, Ichigo Kurosaki shows off his new power.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.9/107 votes
Ulquiorra's Scheme, the Moment when the Sun Sets!
Season 1 Episode 140 - Aired 9/12/2007
The battles conclude as the Arrancar head back into Hueco Mundo.
Director: Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.8/1010 votes
Goodbye..., Kurosaki!
Season 1 Episode 141 - Aired 9/19/2007
Orihime Inoue says goodbye to Ichigo Kurosaki before leaving for Hueco Mundo.
Director: Tomoko Hiramuki
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.6/109 votes
Strict Order! The Forbidden Rescue of Orihime Inoue
Season 1 Episode 142 - Aired 9/26/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki learns of Orihime Inoue's disappearance and decides to rescue her.
Director: Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.4/109 votes
Grimmjow Revived
Season 1 Episode 143 - Aired 10/3/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryū Ishida, and Yasutora Sado head to Hueco Mundo.
Director: Takeshi Shirai
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.2/109 votes
Ishida and Chad, The Quickening of a New Power
Season 1 Episode 144 - Aired 10/17/2007
Uryū Ishida and Yasutora Sado show off their new strength after arriving in Hueco Mundo.
Director: Yukio Okazaki
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.0/109 votes
The Espada Gather! Aizen's Royal Assembly
Season 1 Episode 145 - Aired 10/24/2007
As Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends head to Las Noches, Sōsuke Aizen holds a meeting with the Espada.
Director: Yasuo Iwamoto
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.2/109 votes
The Name's Nel! The Appearance of a Strange Arrancar
Season 1 Episode 146 - Aired 10/31/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki meets the Arrancar Nel Tu and a Guardian causes some trouble.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.0/107 votes
Forest of Menos! Search for the Missing Rukia
Season 1 Episode 147 - Aired 11/7/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki and the others are forced into the Forest of Menos.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.9/107 votes
Ashido, The Soul Reaper Who Came from the Past
Season 1 Episode 148 - Aired 11/14/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki and the others continue exploring the Forest of Menos.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.1/108 votes
Through the Crumbling Forest, a Million Menos
Season 1 Episode 149 - Aired 11/21/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki and the others escape the Forest of Menos.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.1/109 votes
Oath! Back Here Alive Again
Season 1 Episode 150 - Aired 11/28/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki and his group arrive in Las Noches.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kiyomu Fukuda
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.8/109 votes
The Raging Storm! Encounter with the Dancing Arrancar
Season 1 Episode 151 - Aired 12/5/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki battles against the Arrancar, Dordoni Alessandro Del Socaccio.
Director: Yukio Okazaki
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.2/109 votes
Ichigo Strikes Back! This Is My Bankai
Season 1 Episode 152 - Aired 12/12/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki concludes his battle with Dordoni Alessandro Del Socaccio.
Director: Tomoko Hiramuki
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.3/109 votes
The Devilish Research! Szayelaporro's Plan
Season 1 Episode 153 - Aired 12/19/2007
Ichigo Kurosaki and the others continue going on through Las Noches.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.7/1010 votes
Rukia and Kaien, the Sorrowful Reunion
Season 1 Episode 154 - Aired 12/26/2007
Rukia Kuchiki reunites with her deceased mentor, Kaien Shiba.
Director: Yasuo Iwamoto
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.3/109 votes
Rukia Retaliates! Release the Desperate Kidō
Season 1 Episode 155 - Aired 1/9/2008
As Rukia Kuchiki battles Kaien Shiba, she struggles with wondering on whether or not he's truly Kaien.
Director: Mitsue Yamasaki
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.5/1010 votes
Ishida & Pesche, the United Attack of Friendship
Season 1 Episode 156 - Aired 1/16/2008
Uryū Ishida and Pesche Guatiche battle against Cirucci Sanderwicci.
Director: Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
7.0/1011 votes
Ishida's Trump Card, Seele Schneider
Season 1 Episode 157 - Aired 1/23/2008
Uryū Ishida battles Cirucci Sanderwicci with a new weapon called Seele Schneider.
Director: Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.0/109 votes
Right Arm of the Giant, Left Arm of the Devil
Season 1 Episode 158 - Aired 1/30/2008
Yasutora Sado realizes his true power and battles against Gantenbainne Mosqueda.
Director: Yukio Okazaki
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.8/109 votes
Yasutora Sado Dies! Orihime's Tears
Season 1 Episode 159 - Aired 2/6/2008
Yasutora Sado is defeated by Nnoitra Gilga and Lieutenant Renji Abarai is confronted by the Espada Szayelaporro Granz.
Director: Kiyomu Fukuda
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.2/109 votes
Testament, Your Heart is Right Here...
Season 1 Episode 160 - Aired 2/13/2008
Rukia Kuchiki recalls her past with Kaien Shiba before she kills Aaroniero Arruruerie.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.5/108 votes
The Cruel Arrancar, Ulquiorra's Provocation
Season 1 Episode 161 - Aired 2/20/2008
As the Espada react to the death of Aaroniero Arruruerie, Ichigo Kurosaki is confronted by Ulquiorra Cifer.
Director: Tomoko Hiramuki
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.9/108 votes
Szayelaporro Laughs, The Net Trapping Renji is Complete
Season 1 Episode 162 - Aired 2/27/2008
As Ichigo Kurosaki battles Ulquiorra Cifer, Lieutenant Renji Abarai struggles with his fight against Szayelaporro Granz.
Director: Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.3/108 votes
Shinigami and Quincy, The Battle with Madness
Season 1 Episode 163 - Aired 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.
Director: Kiyomu Fukuda
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.9/108 votes
Ishida's Strategy, 20-Second Offense and Defense
Season 1 Episode 164 - Aired 3/12/2008
While Uryū Ishida and Lieutenant Renji Abarai continue their battle against Szayelaporro Granz, Ichigo Kurosaki is healed by Orihime Inoue.
Director: Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.5/108 votes
The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow
Season 1 Episode 165 - Aired 3/19/2008
Ichigo Kurosaki begins his final battle with Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez.
Director: Akira Shimizu
Writer: Michiko Yokote
8.4/109 votes
Desperate Effort vs. Desperate Effort! Hollowfied Ichigo
Season 1 Episode 166 - Aired 4/9/2008
As Ichigo Kurosaki continues his battle with Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez, Orihime Inoue struggles dealing with Ichigo's Hollowfication form.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
8.0/108 votes
The Moment of Conclusion, The End of Grimmjow
Season 1 Episode 167 - Aired 4/16/2008
Ichigo Kurosaki and Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez conclude their battle.
Director: Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.8/106 votes
The New Captain Appears! His Name Is Shūsuke Amagai
Season 1 Episode 168 - Aired 4/23/2008
Shūsuke Amagai is appointed as new captain of the 3rd Division.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.7/106 votes
New Development, the Dangerous Transfer Student Appears!
Season 1 Episode 169 - Aired 5/7/2008
Ichigo Kurosaki meets Rurichiyo Kasumiōji and her two Shinigami guards in the Human World.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.7/106 votes
Desperate Struggle Under the Moonlit Night, the Mysterious Assassin and Zanpakutō
Season 1 Episode 170 - Aired 5/14/2008
As Ichigo Kurosaki learns more about Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, he is forced to fight off an assassin going after the girl.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kiyomu Fukuda
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.8/106 votes
Kenryū, the Profusion of Blooming Crimson Flowers
Season 1 Episode 171 - Aired 5/21/2008
As Ichigo Kurosaki is forced to take care of Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, another assassin attempts to kill her.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Tomoko Hiramuki
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.8/106 votes
Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages
Season 1 Episode 172 - Aired 5/28/2008
Izuru Kira begins to get depressed over the fact that the 3rd Division members like Makoto Kibune more than him.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akira Shimizu
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.5/106 votes
The Appearance of the Great Evil! The Darkness in the House of Kasumiōji
Season 1 Episode 173 - Aired 6/4/2008
Rurichiyo Kasumiōji is targeted by more assassins after secretly returning to the Soul Society.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Rika Takasugi
6.7/106 votes
Break the Mirror's Boundary! Ichigo's Captivity
Season 1 Episode 174 - Aired 6/11/2008
Ichigo Kurosaki faces off against the assassin Hanza Nukui.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.5/106 votes
The Revenging Assassin, Ichigo is Targeted
Season 1 Episode 175 - Aired 6/18/2008
Hanza Nukui and his subordinates attack the Human World to kill Ichigo Kurosaki and Rurichiyo Kasumiōji.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.3/106 votes
Mystery! The Sword-Consuming Assassin
Season 1 Episode 176 - Aired 6/25/2008
The fights with the assassins continue.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Taiji Kawanishi
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.8/106 votes
The Reversal of Rukia! The Rampaging Blade
Season 1 Episode 177 - Aired 6/25/2008
Rukia Kuchiki, Uryū Ishida, and Yasutora Sado finish their battles against the assassins.
Director: Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo, Masashi Sogo
6.7/106 votes
The Nightmare Which is Shown, Ichigo's Inside the Mirror
Season 1 Episode 178 - Aired 7/2/2008
Ichigo Kurosaki finishes his battle with Hanza Nukui.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.7/106 votes
Confrontation!? Amagai vs. Gotei 13
Season 1 Episode 179 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akira Shimizu
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.5/106 votes
The Princess's Decision, the Sorrowful Bride
Season 1 Episode 180 - Aired 7/16/2008
Ichigo Kurosaki heads to the Soul Society to stop Rurichiyo Kasumiōji's wedding.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.7/106 votes
The 2nd Division Sorties! Ichigo is Surrounded
Season 1 Episode 181 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.7/106 votes
Amagai's True Strength, the Released Zanpakuto!
Season 1 Episode 182 - Aired 7/30/2008
As Ichigo Kurosaki looks for Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, he is confronted by Captain Shūsuke Amagai.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Taiji Kawanishi
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.3/106 votes
The Darkness Which Moves! Kibune's True Colors
Season 1 Episode 183 - Aired 8/6/2008
Lieutenant Izuru Kira and Makoto Kibune face off against each other.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Takeshi Tomita
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.5/106 votes
Kira and Kibune, Offense and Defense of the 3rd Division
Season 1 Episode 184 - Aired 8/20/2008
Lieutenant Izuru Kira and Makoto Kibune continue their battle.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Tomoko Hiramuki
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.7/106 votes
Ice and Flame! Fierce Fight of Amagai vs. Hitsugaya
Season 1 Episode 185 - Aired 8/27/2008
As Lieutenant Izuru Kira concludes his battle with Makoto Kibune, Captain Shūsuke Amagai is forced to battle against Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.8/106 votes
Sortie Orders! Suppress the House of Kasumiōji
Season 1 Episode 186 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Harume Kosaka
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.8/106 votes
Ichigo Rages! The Assassin's Secret
Season 1 Episode 187 - Aired 9/10/2008
Captain Shūsuke Amagai reveals his true intentions to Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.7/106 votes
Duel! Amagai vs. Ichigo
Season 1 Episode 188 - Aired 9/17/2008
Ichigo Kurosaki and Captain Shūsuke Amagai battle each other.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.3/106 votes
The Fallen Shinigami's Pride
Season 1 Episode 189 - Aired 10/7/2008
Ichigo Kurosaki and Captain Shūsuke Amagai conclude their battle.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.1/108 votes
Hueco Mundo Chapter, Restart!
Season 1 Episode 190 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Taiji Kawanishi
Writer: Masashi Sogo
6.8/108 votes
The Frightening Banquet, Szayelaporro Theater
Season 1 Episode 191 - Aired 10/21/2008
Szayelaporro Granz releases his Zanpakutō, while Nnoitra Gilga provides a surprising revelation about the true identity of the Arrancar Nel Tu.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.7/109 votes
Nel's Secret, A Busty Beauty Joins the Battle!?
Season 1 Episode 192 - Aired 10/28/2008
Nel Tu transforms back into her original Espada form.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.9/108 votes
Irresistible, Puppet Show of Terror
Season 1 Episode 193 - Aired 11/4/2008
Szayelaporro Granz demonstrates a new technique, whilst Nnoitra Gilga is taken aback by Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck's onslaught.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.8/108 votes
Neliel's Past
Season 1 Episode 194 - Aired 11/11/2008
Nnoitra Gilga recalls his past with Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Eiko Nishi
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.5/108 votes
The Ultimate Union! Pesche's Seriousness
Season 1 Episode 195 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuhiro Matsumura
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.9/109 votes
Joining the Battle! The Strongest Soul Reaper Army Appears
Season 1 Episode 196 - Aired 11/25/2008
The Gotei 13 come to the rescue of Ichigo Kurosaki and his comrades.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kiyomu Fukuda
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
7.5/108 votes
Byakuya's Bankai, The Quiet Anger
Season 1 Episode 197 - Aired 12/2/2008
Zommari Rureaux releases his Zanpakutō, forcing Captain Byakuya Kuchiki to take drastic action to avoid defeat.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Taiji Kawanishi
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.0/108 votes
The Two Scientists, Mayuri's Trap
Season 1 Episode 198 - Aired 12/9/2008
Captain Byakuya Kuchiki finishes off Zommari Rureaux, while Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi gains the upper hand against Szayelaporro Granz.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.1/108 votes
Holy Birth, The Resurrected Szayel Aporro
Season 1 Episode 199 - Aired 12/16/2008
Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi decides to end his battle against a reborn Szayelaporro Granz.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.9/109 votes
The Hardest Body!? Cut Down Nnoitra
Season 1 Episode 200 - Aired 12/23/2008
Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and Nnoitra Gilga continue their brawling.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.5/108 votes
Nnoitra Released! Multiplying Arms
Season 1 Episode 201 - Aired 1/6/2009
The battle between Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and Nnoitra Gilga becomes more fierce as Nnoitra releases his Zanpakutō.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Eiko Nishi
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.8/108 votes
Fierce Fighting Conclusion! Who's the Strongest?
Season 1 Episode 202 - Aired 1/13/2009
Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and Nnoitra Gilga conclude their battle.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuhiro Matsumura
Writer: Rika Takasugi
8.0/109 votes
Karakura Town Gathers! Aizen Versus the Soul Reapers
Season 1 Episode 203 - Aired 1/20/2009
Sōsuke Aizen reveals his plans and heads to Karakura Town.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akane Inoue
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.2/106 votes
Ichigo's Seppuku Persuasion Strategy ☆
Season 1 Episode 204 - Aired 1/27/2009
Ichigo Kurosaki tries to help out a feuding Rurichiyo Kasumiōji and Kenryū.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Taiji Kawanishi
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.2/106 votes
Thump! A Kemari Tournament Filled with Hollows
Season 1 Episode 205 - Aired 2/3/2009
Rurichiyo Kasumiōji and Kenryū have a kemari match.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.5/108 votes
The Past Chapter Begins! The Truth from 110 Years Ago
Season 1 Episode 206 - Aired 2/10/2009
The past of several Shinigami from 110 years ago is revealed.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Michiko Yokote
7.1/108 votes
12th Division's New Captain, Urahara Kisuke
Season 1 Episode 207 - Aired 2/17/2009
The 12th Division deals with Kisuke Urahara being the new captain.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masashi Sogo
7.5/108 votes
Aizen and the Genius Boy
Season 1 Episode 208 - Aired 2/24/2009
Captain Kisuke Urahara takes Lieutenant Hiyori Sarugaki to the Nest of Maggots.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Tomoko Hiramuki
Writer: Rika Takasugi
7.4/108 votes
Muguruma 9th Division, Moves Out
Season 1 Episode 209 - Aired 3/3/2009
The Gotei 13 attempt to figure what's behind the disappearances of Rukongai citizens.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Eiko Nishi
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.9/108 votes
Hiyori Dies? The Beginning of Tragedy
Season 1 Episode 210 - Aired 3/10/2009
Several Gotei 13 captains and lieutenants face off against a Hollowfied Captain Kensei Muguruma and Lieutenant Mashiro Kuna.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.0/108 votes
Betrayal! Aizen's Secret Maneuvers
Season 1 Episode 211 - Aired 3/17/2009
Lieutenant Sōsuke Aizen reveals himself as a traitor.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsue Yamasaki
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
8.2/108 votes
Rescue Hirako! Aizen vs. Urahara
Season 1 Episode 212 - Aired 3/24/2009
Captains Kisuke Urahara, Tessai Tsukabishi, and Yoruichi Shihōin leave to the Human World with the Hollowfied captains and lieutenants.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Masashi Sogo
5.8/106 votes
The Konso Cop Karakuraizer is Born
Season 1 Episode 213 - Aired 3/31/2009
Kisuke Urahara creates the Karakura-Raizer Team to protect Karakura Town.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
5.8/106 votes
Karakuraizer's Last Day
Season 1 Episode 214 - Aired 4/7/2009
The Karakura-Raizer Team face off against a female Arrancar.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuhiro Matsumura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.4/108 votes
Defend Karakura Town! Entire Appearance of the Shinigami
Season 1 Episode 215 - Aired 4/14/2009
As the Gotei 13 prepare to face off against the top three Espada, Ichigo Kurosaki confronts Ulquiorra Cifer.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.3/108 votes
Elite! The Four Shinigami
Season 1 Episode 216 - Aired 4/21/2009
As Ichigo Kurosaki confronts Ulquiorra Cifer, the battle for the four pillars begins in Karakura Town.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.9/108 votes
Beautiful Little Devil Charlotte
Season 1 Episode 217 - Aired 4/28/2009
5th Seat Yumichika Ayasegawa and Charlotte Chuhlhourne battle each other.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Taiji Kawanishi
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.3/108 votes
Kira, The Battle Within Despair
Season 1 Episode 218 - Aired 5/5/2009
Lieutenant Izuru Kira, Lieutenant Shūhei Hisagi, and 3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame continue their fights against Baraggan Louisenbairn's Fracción.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.3/109 votes
Hisagi's Shikai! The Name is...
Season 1 Episode 219 - Aired 5/12/2009
Lieutenant Shūhei Hisagi and Findorr Calius battle each other.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.8/108 votes
Ikkaku Falls! The Shinigami's Crisis
Season 1 Episode 220 - Aired 5/19/2009
3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame loses his fight against Choe Neng Poww, forcing Captain Sajin Komamura to take over his battle.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.4/108 votes
The Full Showdown! Soul Reapers vs. Espada
Season 1 Episode 221 - Aired 5/26/2009
Captain Suì-Fēng begins her battle with Ggio Vega while the other two Espada and their Fracción begin their fights.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.6/108 votes
The Most Evil Tag!? Suì-Fēng & Ōmaeda
Season 1 Episode 222 - Aired 6/2/2009
Ggio Vega and Nirgge Parduoc release their Zanpakutōs, prompting Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda to use his true power.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.5/108 votes
A Miraculous Body! Ggio Releases
Season 1 Episode 223 - Aired 6/9/2009
Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda and Captain Suì-Fēng struggle against their opponents, but are eventually able to win.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Takeshi Yamaguchi
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.9/108 votes
3 vs. 1 Battle! Rangiku's Crisis
Season 1 Episode 224 - Aired 6/16/2009
Lieutenant Momo Hinamori arrives to help out Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto, prompting Harribel's Fracción to bring forth Ayon.
Director: Tomoko Hiramuki
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
7.4/108 votes
Vice-Captains Annihilated! The Terrifying Demonic Beast
Season 1 Episode 225 - Aired 6/23/2009
Ayon overpowers the lieutenants, greatly injuring them, but Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto appears to fight the beast.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Taiji Kawanishi
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.1/108 votes
Fierce Fighting Concludes? Towards a New Battle!
Season 1 Episode 226 - Aired 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.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.7/106 votes
Wonderful Error
Season 1 Episode 227 - Aired 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.
Director: Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
5.9/107 votes
Summer! Sea! Swimsuit Festival!!
Season 1 Episode 228 - Aired 7/14/2009
The characters take a break on the beach.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
5.8/106 votes
Cry of the Soul? The Rug Shinigami is Born!
Season 1 Episode 229 - Aired 7/21/2009
Ikkaku and Yumichika are forced to stay with Mizuho again while on a mission in the Human World.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.0/107 votes
A New Enemy! The Materialization of Zanpakutō
Season 1 Episode 230 - Aired 7/28/2009
A mysterious Zanpakutō Spirit named Muramasa releases the spirits of many Zanpakutō from their swords and attacks Soul Society.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.4/107 votes
Byakuya, Disappearing with the Cherry Blossoms
Season 1 Episode 231 - Aired 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.
Director: Takeshi Yamaguchi
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.4/107 votes
Sode no Shirayuki vs. Rukia! Confused Heart
Season 1 Episode 232 - Aired 8/11/2009
Rukia Kuchiki and Ichigo Kurosaki battle Sode no Shirayuki, and Muramasa reveals he is a Zanpakutō Spirit.
Director: Eiko Nishi, Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.1/107 votes
Zangetsu Becomes an Enemy
Season 1 Episode 233 - Aired 8/18/2009
Muramasa releases Zangetsu, and Ichigo Kurosaki fights him as his inner Hollow begins to take control.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.4/107 votes
Renji Surprised?! The Two Zabimarus
Season 1 Episode 234 - Aired 8/25/2009
6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai is confronted by the spirit of his Zanpakutō, and Muramasa enters Ichigo Kurosaki's inner world.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.1/107 votes
Clash! Hisagi vs. Kazeshini
Season 1 Episode 235 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.9/107 votes
Release! The New Getsuga Tenshō
Season 1 Episode 236 - Aired 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.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.6/107 votes
Suì-Fēng, Surrounding the Zanpakutō
Season 1 Episode 237 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.6/107 votes
Friendship? Hatred? Haineko & Tobiume
Season 1 Episode 238 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuhiro Matsumura
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.9/107 votes
The Awakening Hyōrinmaru! Hitsugaya's Fierce Fight
Season 1 Episode 239 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Tomoko Hiramuki
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
6.7/107 votes
Byakuya's Betrayal
Season 1 Episode 240 - Aired 10/6/2009
Ichigo Kurosaki attacks Muramasa, but Senbonzakura, and later 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki, shows up to protect him.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Eiko Nishi
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.7/107 votes
For the Sake of Pride! Byakuya vs. Renji
Season 1 Episode 241 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.6/107 votes
Shinigami and Zanpakutō, Total Sortie
Season 1 Episode 242 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.7/107 votes
One-to-One Fight! Ichigo vs. Senbonzakura
Season 1 Episode 243 - Aired 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.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.3/106 votes
The Long Awaited... Kenpachi Appears!
Season 1 Episode 244 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
7.0/106 votes
Pursue Byakuya! The Confused Gotei Divisions
Season 1 Episode 245 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.6/107 votes
Special Mission! Rescue Captain Commander Yamamoto!
Season 1 Episode 246 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuhiro Matsumura
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.0/106 votes
Deceived Shinigami! The World Collapse Crisis
Season 1 Episode 247 - Aired 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.
Director: Yoshiyuki Mitsui
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.8/106 votes
Dragon of Ice and Dragon of Flame! The Strongest Showdown!
Season 1 Episode 248 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Eiko Nishi
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.2/106 votes
Senbonzakura's Bankai! Offense and Defense of the Living World
Season 1 Episode 249 - Aired 12/8/2009
11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki faces off against Tenken's Bankai, Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō, as Muramasa frees his master, Kōga.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.3/106 votes
That Man, for the Sake of the Kuchiki
Season 1 Episode 250 - Aired 12/15/2009
Kōga Kuchiki's past is revealed.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.0/106 votes
Dark History! The Worst Shinigami Is Born
Season 1 Episode 251 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.2/106 votes
Byakuya, the Truth Behind His Betrayal
Season 1 Episode 252 - Aired 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.
Director: Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.0/105 votes
Muramasa's True Identity Revealed
Season 1 Episode 253 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.8/104 votes
Byakuya and Renji, the 6th Division Returns
Season 1 Episode 254 - Aired 1/19/2010
The Shinigami and their Zanpakutō Spirits try to deal with the Gillians.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Takeshi Yamaguchi
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.2/106 votes
Final Chapter - Zanpakutō The Alternate Tale
Season 1 Episode 255 - Aired 1/26/2010
Ichigo Kurosaki defeats Muramasa, and the Zanpakutō Spirits return to their original forms.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.6/105 votes
The Angered Byakuya! The Collapse of the Kuchiki House
Season 1 Episode 256 - Aired 2/2/2010
A party is being held at the Kuchiki Manor when two rogue Zanpakutō Spirits, called Tōjū, attack and disrupt the party.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.2/105 votes
A New Enemy! The True Nature of the Sword Beasts
Season 1 Episode 257 - Aired 2/9/2010
10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya battles a Tōjū which has been absorbed by a Hollow.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.2/105 votes
Stray Snake, Tortured Monkey
Season 1 Episode 258 - Aired 2/16/2010
6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai and his Zanpakutō Spirit, Zabimaru, must defeat a Tōjū, but Hebi wants freedom.
Director: Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.3/103 votes
Terror! The Monster That Lurks Underground
Season 1 Episode 259 - Aired 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.
Director: Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.6/105 votes
Conclusion!? Hisagi vs. Kazeshini
Season 1 Episode 260 - Aired 3/2/2010
Kazeshini has a change of heart when he is forced to look after a baby.
Director: Mitsue Yamasaki
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.3/106 votes
The Person with the Unknown Ability! Orihime Is Targeted
Season 1 Episode 261 - Aired 3/9/2010
Orihime Inoue must help a transfer student who is being controlled by a Tōjū.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Genki Yoshimura
7.2/105 votes
Haineko Cries! The Tragic Sword Beast!
Season 1 Episode 262 - Aired 3/16/2010
Haineko falls for a Tōjū who is fully aware. However, when he loses control, Haineko decides to defeat him herself.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.7/103 votes
Imprisonment?! Senbonzakura & Zabimaru
Season 1 Episode 263 - Aired 3/23/2010
Zabimaru and Senbonzakura are trapped in the Shinigami Research and Development Institute.
Director: Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.6/105 votes
Battle of the Females? Katen Kyōkotsu vs. Nanao!
Season 1 Episode 264 - Aired 3/30/2010
8th Division Lieutenant Nanao Ise tries to relate to the violet-haired girl while they battle a Tōjū.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.6/105 votes
Evolution?! The Menace of the Final Sword Beast
Season 1 Episode 265 - Aired 4/6/2010
The Zanpakutō Spirits struggle with the final Tōjū until their wielders arrive to help.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.0/106 votes
Ichigo vs. Ulquiorra, Resume
Season 1 Episode 266 - Aired 4/13/2010
Prior events are recalled.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akane Inoue, Hiroaki Nishimura, Kazunori Mizuno, Taiji Kawanishi, Tomoko Hiramuki, Junya Koshida
Writer: Masahiro Okubo, Natsuko Takahashi, Rika Takasugi, Genki Yoshimura, Masashi Sogo
7.4/108 votes
Connected Hearts! The Left Fist of Certain Death
Season 1 Episode 267 - Aired 4/20/2010
Ichigo Kurosaki struggles against Ulquiorra Cifer as Renji Abarai and Yasutora Sado fight Battikaroa.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.4/108 votes
Hatred and Jealousy, Orihime's Dilemma
Season 1 Episode 268 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.6/108 votes
Ichigo and Uryū, Bonded Back to Back
Season 1 Episode 269 - Aired 5/4/2010
As Uryū Ishida deals with Yammy Llargo, Ulquiorra Cifer shows Ichigo Kurosaki his Resurrección.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsue Yamasaki
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.6/109 votes
Beginning of Despair... Ichigo, the Unreachable Blade
Season 1 Episode 270 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yoshifumi Sueda
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
9.0/1011 votes
Ichigo Dies! Orihime, the Cry of Sorrow!
Season 1 Episode 271 - Aired 5/18/2010
As Ichigo Kurosaki's Hollow form completely takes him over, he begins battling Ulquiorra Cifer again.
Director: Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.5/108 votes
Ichigo vs. Ulquiorra, Conclusion!
Season 1 Episode 272 - Aired 5/25/2010
Ichigo Kurosaki and Ulquiorra Cifer conclude their battle.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.3/108 votes
Fury of the Shark! Halibel's Release
Season 1 Episode 273 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Tetsuo Ichimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.9/108 votes
Hitsugaya, the Desperate Hyōten Hyakkasō!
Season 1 Episode 274 - Aired 6/8/2010
The battle between Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya and Tier Harribel continues.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hodaka Kuramoto
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.5/108 votes
The Approaching Breath of Death, the King Who Rules Over Death!
Season 1 Episode 275 - Aired 6/15/2010
Captain Suì-Fēng and Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda struggle against Baraggan Louisenbairn.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.0/108 votes
One Hit Kill, Suì-Fēng, Bankai!
Season 1 Episode 276 - Aired 6/22/2010
As Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda distracts Baraggan Luisenbarn for Captain Suì-Fēng, Captain Shunsui Kyōraku and Coyote Starrk continue their battle.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.4/108 votes
Climax! Kyōraku vs. Stark!
Season 1 Episode 277 - Aired 6/29/2010
Captain Shunsui Kyōraku and Coyote Starrk decide to get serious in their battle.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.8/108 votes
The Nightmare Returns... Revival of the Espada
Season 1 Episode 278 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akane Inoue
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.8/108 votes
Hirako and Aizen...the Reunion of Fate!
Season 1 Episode 279 - Aired 7/13/2010
The Visored join the fight.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.3/108 votes
Hisagi and Tōsen, the Moment of Parting
Season 1 Episode 280 - Aired 7/20/2010
Hachigen Ushōda helps Captain Suì-Fēng battle Baraggan Luisenbarn.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.5/108 votes
Crown of Lies, Baraggan's Grudge
Season 1 Episode 281 - Aired 7/27/2010
Baraggan Luisenbarn recalls his past as the King of Hueco Mundo before dying.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.1/108 votes
Power of the Soul! Los Lobos, Attack!
Season 1 Episode 282 - Aired 8/3/2010
Love Aikawa and Rōjūrō Ōtoribashi battle against Coyote Starrk.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.4/108 votes
Stark, the Lone Battle
Season 1 Episode 283 - Aired 8/10/2010
Coyote Starrk and Captain Shunsui Kyōraku conclude their battle.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazuma Satou
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.3/109 votes
Chain of Sacrifice, Halibel's Past
Season 1 Episode 284 - Aired 8/17/2010
As Tier Harribel falls unconscious from her wounds, she recalls her past.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazuo Nogami
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.0/108 votes
The Hundred-Year Grudge! Hiyori's Revenge
Season 1 Episode 285 - Aired 8/24/2010
As the situation begins to get desperate in the Fake Karakura Town, the battle with Yammy Llargo continues in Hueco Mundo.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.1/108 votes
Ichigo's Return! Protect Karakura Town
Season 1 Episode 286 - Aired 8/31/2010
The captains in Hueco Mundo decide to send Ichigo Kurosaki back to Karakura Town.
Director: Shigeru Ueda
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
6.3/106 votes
Side Story! Ichigo and the Magic Lamp
Season 1 Episode 287 - Aired 9/7/2010
Ichigo Kurosaki has a dream and tries to escape from it.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.3/108 votes
The Final Trump Card! Ichigo, Towards the Decisive Battle
Season 1 Episode 288 - Aired 9/14/2010
As the battle with Yammy Llargo continues, Ichigo Kurosaki begins his return to Karakura Town.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.5/108 votes
Byakuya vs. Kenpachi?! The Melee Commences
Season 1 Episode 289 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.3/108 votes
For the Sake of Justice?! The Man Who Deserted the Shinigami
Season 1 Episode 290 - Aired 9/28/2010
Kaname Tōsen reveals his true reasons for betraying Soul Society.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.9/109 votes
Desperate Struggle with Aizen! Hirako, Shikai!
Season 1 Episode 291 - Aired 10/5/2010
As Captain Sajin Komamura continues his battle with Kaname Tōsen, Shinji Hirako releases his Zanpakutō against Sōsuke Aizen.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.2/109 votes
All Out War! Aizen vs. Shinigami
Season 1 Episode 292 - Aired 10/12/2010
The Shinigami and Visored vow to protect Ichigo Kurosaki and defeat Sōsuke Aizen.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akane Inoue
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.7/109 votes
Hitsugaya, Enraged! Blade of Hatred!
Season 1 Episode 293 - Aired 10/19/2010
The Shinigami and Visored, attacking Sōsuke Aizen, are unable to defeat the treacherous captain.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazuo Nogami
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.7/109 votes
Impossible to Attack? The Sealed Genryūsai!
Season 1 Episode 294 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsue Yamasaki
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
6.3/108 votes
It's All a Trap... Engineered Bonds!
Season 1 Episode 295 - Aired 11/2/2010
Sōsuke Aizen reveals to Ichigo Kurosaki that all of his battles have taken place exactly as he desired.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.3/108 votes
The Shocking Truth...The Mysterious Power Within Ichigo!
Season 1 Episode 296 - Aired 11/9/2010
As Sōsuke Aizen reveals more facts to Ichigo Kurosaki, Isshin Kurosaki joins the battle.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.9/108 votes
The Extending Blade?! Ichigo vs. Gin!
Season 1 Episode 297 - Aired 11/16/2010
As Ichigo Kurosaki and Gin Ichimaru battle, Sōsuke Aizen explains to Isshin Kurosaki about the true power of the Hōgyoku.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.3/106 votes
Film! Festival! Shinigami Film Festival!
Season 1 Episode 298 - Aired 11/23/2010
The Shinigami in the Gotei 13 make a movie for the "Seireitei International Film Festival."
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.1/107 votes
Theatre Opening Commemoration! The Hell Verse: Prologue
Season 1 Episode 299 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.6/108 votes
Urahara Appears! Stop Aizen!
Season 1 Episode 300 - Aired 12/7/2010
The battle with Sōsuke Aizen continues as Aizen is transformed by the Hōgyoku.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazuo Nogami
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.8/108 votes
Ichigo Loses His Fighting Spirit!? Gin's Expectation!
Season 1 Episode 301 - Aired 12/14/2010
As his transformation progresses, Sōsuke Aizen proves more and more resilient. Ichigo Kurosaki's strength fails to defeat Gin Ichimaru.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akane Inoue
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.4/109 votes
The Final Getsuga Tenshō!? Ichigo's Training!
Season 1 Episode 302 - Aired 12/21/2010
Ichigo Kurosaki begins training to learn the Final Getsuga Tenshō. Sōsuke Aizen and Gin Ichimaru arrive in Karakura Town.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.2/106 votes
Real World and Shinigami! The New Year Special!
Season 1 Episode 303 - Aired 1/4/2011
The Soul Reaper Association hosts a New Year’s party in the Soul Society.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.0/106 votes
Another Side Story! This Time's Enemy Is a Monster!?
Season 1 Episode 304 - Aired 1/11/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki has another dream and tries to escape from it again.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.0/105 votes
Delusion Roars! Hisagi, Towards the Hot Springs Inn!
Season 1 Episode 305 - Aired 1/18/2011
Lieutenants Shūhei Hisagi and Rangiku Matsumoto go on a mission, and Hisagi deludes himself into thinking that Rangiku likes him.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
6.9/108 votes
For the Sake of Protecting! Ichigo vs. Tensa Zangetsu!
Season 1 Episode 306 - Aired 1/25/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki stands his ground against Tensa Zangetsu, who fuses with Ichigo's inner Hollow.
Director: Junya Koshiba
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
8.2/109 votes
Emergency Situation! Aizen, New Evolution!
Season 1 Episode 307 - Aired 2/1/2011
As the Humans run away, Gin Ichimaru betrays Sōsuke Aizen.
Director: Akane Inoue
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
8.7/1010 votes
Goodbye...Rangiku
Season 1 Episode 308 - Aired 2/8/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki emerges from his training and forces Sōsuke Aizen into battle away from Karakura Town.
Director: Junya Koshida
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
9.0/1010 votes
Fierce Fighting Conclusion! Release, the Final Getsuga Tenshō!
Season 1 Episode 309 - Aired 2/15/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki uses the Final Getsuga Tenshō against Sōsuke Aizen.
Director: Yoshifumi Sueda
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.5/108 votes
Ichigo's Resolution! The Price of the Fierce Battle
Season 1 Episode 310 - Aired 2/22/2011
The aftermath of the battle with Sōsuke Aizen is shown.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.7/103 votes
The Soul Detective: Karakuraizer Takes Off Again!
Season 1 Episode 311 - Aired 3/1/2011
The continued adventures of Karakura-Raizer.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazuo Nogami
Writer: Mio Imamura
7.0/105 votes
Inauguration! The Brand New 2nd Division Captain!
Season 1 Episode 312 - Aired 3/8/2011
Lieutenant Marechiyo Ōmaeda pretends to be the captain of the Second Division.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroaki Nishimura
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.0/105 votes
The Man Who Risks His Life in the 11th Division!
Season 1 Episode 313 - Aired 3/15/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki meets a member of the 11th Division named Seizo Harugasaki.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.0/105 votes
Kon Saw It! The Secret of a Beautiful Office Lady
Season 1 Episode 314 - Aired 3/22/2011
Kon chases after a beautiful girl, while the rest of Karakura Town is threatened by a Hollow.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroki Takagi
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.0/105 votes
Yachiru's Friend! The Shinigami of Justice Appears!
Season 1 Episode 315 - Aired 3/29/2011
Lieutenant Yachiru Kusajishi encounters her old Shinigami friend and catches up with him.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akane Inoue
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.2/106 votes
Toshirō Hitsugaya's Holiday!
Season 1 Episode 316 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.4/105 votes
Unusual Incident in Seireitei?! Gotei 13 Invading Army Arc!
Season 1 Episode 317 - Aired 4/12/2011
One month after Sōsuke Aizen's defeat, as things are returning to normal, people begin to disappear in the Dangai.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
7.4/105 votes
Renji vs. Rukia?! Battle With Comrades!
Season 1 Episode 318 - Aired 4/19/2011
As Ichigo Kurosaki escapes from his detention, Kagerōza Inaba comes to collect Nozomi Kujō.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
7.4/105 votes
Ichigo's Capture Net! Escape From Soul Society!
Season 1 Episode 319 - Aired 4/26/2011
As Uryū Ishida battles Kagerōza Inaba, Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki attempt to escape from Seireitei.
Director: Yuzuru Tachikawa
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
7.4/105 votes
Gotei 13, Gathering in the Real World!
Season 1 Episode 320 - Aired 5/3/2011
While the real Gotei 13 have a meeting about the Reigai, Kon is tasked with looking after Nozomi Kujō.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazuo Nogami
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.4/105 votes
Showdown of Mutual Self, Ikkaku vs. Ikkaku!
Season 1 Episode 321 - Aired 5/10/2011
Captains Jūshirō Ukitake and Shunsui Kyōraku investigate the SRDI's records, while the real Gotei 13 officers encounter their Reigai counterparts.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.4/105 votes
Clash! Rukia vs. Rukia!
Season 1 Episode 322 - Aired 5/17/2011
As the Reigai continue their attack, Nozomi Kujō wanders around Karakura in search of something.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akane Inoue
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.4/105 votes
Protect Ichigo! Nozomi's Determination
Season 1 Episode 323 - Aired 5/24/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki defeats many Reigai while protecting Nozomi Kujō.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.4/105 votes
Recapture Seireitei! The Captains Move!
Season 1 Episode 324 - Aired 5/31/2011
The captains return to Soul Society to confront Kagerōza Inaba.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
7.8/104 votes
For the Sake of the Believers! Byakuya vs. Hitsugaya!
Season 1 Episode 325 - Aired 6/7/2011
As Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto fights the Reigai, Captain Byakuya Kuchiki encounters a Reigai of Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.5/104 votes
The Two Hinamori, Hitsugaya's Resolution
Season 1 Episode 326 - Aired 6/14/2011
As the captains advance through Seireitei, Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya encounters a Reigai of Lieutenant Momo Hinamori.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazuo Nogami
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.8/104 votes
Pride of the Kuchiki Family! Byakuya vs. Byakuya!
Season 1 Episode 327 - Aired 6/21/2011
Captains Sajin Komamura, Byakuya Kuchiki, and Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto continue their battles with the Reigai.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Minoru Yamaoka
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.0/104 votes
Defeat Kageroza! Shinigami, All-Out War!
Season 1 Episode 328 - Aired 6/28/2011
The real members of the Gotei 13 arrive at Kagerōza Inaba's lair to challenge him.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.8/104 votes
The Forbidden Research...Nozomi's Hidden Secret!
Season 1 Episode 329 - Aired 7/5/2011
Kagerōza Inaba struggles to recover from Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi's attack, while his motives and Nozomi Kujō's identity are revealed.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.5/104 votes
I Want to Live...! Nozomi's Zanpakutō
Season 1 Episode 330 - Aired 7/12/2011
As the remaining members of the Gotei 13 try to recover, Nozomi Kujō decides she wants to help the others.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.8/104 votes
For the Sake of Fighting! The Awakened Nozomi!
Season 1 Episode 331 - Aired 7/19/2011
Nozomi Kujō trains with Ichigo Kurosaki and the others while the Reigai assault the Human World once again.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akane Inoue
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.8/104 votes
The Most Evil Reigai, Appearing in the Real World!
Season 1 Episode 332 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunobu Shimizu
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.8/104 votes
Destroy Nozomi!? Genryusai's Decision!
Season 1 Episode 333 - Aired 8/2/2011
Head Captain Genryusai Yamamoto steps in to battle against the Reigai. Kurosaki Ichigo and Kujou Nozomi join the fight.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazuo Nogami
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
8.0/104 votes
The Depleting Reiatsu! Ichigo, Death Struggle of the Soul!
Season 1 Episode 334 - Aired 8/9/2011
Kujou Nozomi’s Zanpakuto breaks in the midst of trying to protect Yamamoto-Genryuusai Shigekuni from Inaba Kagerouza’s attack.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.5/104 votes
Hiding in the Dangai? Another Ichigo?!
Season 1 Episode 335 - Aired 8/16/2011
After being brought back to the Urahara Shop by Kisuke Urahara, Ichigo Kurosaki heads into the Dangai to retrieve his Reishi.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yuzuru Tachikawa
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.5/104 votes
Pursue Kageroza! Technological Development Department, Infiltration!
Season 1 Episode 336 - Aired 8/23/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki, Kon, and Kisuke Urahara infiltrate Soul Society as Inaba begins to fuse with Nozomi Kujō.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yoshifumi Sueda
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.8/104 votes
The Developer of the Modified Souls
Season 1 Episode 337 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.8/104 votes
Kon's Thoughts, Nozomi's Thoughts
Season 1 Episode 338 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Akane Inoue
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.8/104 votes
Protect Ichigo! The Bonds of Friends!
Season 1 Episode 339 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Masaya Sasaki
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.0/104 votes
Reigai vs. Original, The Fierce Fighting for Gambled Pride!
Season 1 Episode 340 - Aired 9/20/2011
As the merged Inaba Nozomi Kujō is confronted, the captains and lieutenants battle the Reigai.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazuo Nogami
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.2/104 votes
Invading Army Arc, Final Conclusion!
Season 1 Episode 341 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yuzuru Tachikawa
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.5/106 votes
Thank You
Season 1 Episode 342 - Aired 10/4/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki gradually loses his remaining powers and bids farewell to Rukia Kuchiki.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.6/108 votes
3rd Year High School Student! Dressed Up, and a New Chapter Begins!
Season 1 Episode 343 - Aired 10/11/2011
Seventeen months later, Ichigo Kurosaki continues living life as a normal teenage high school student in Karakura Town.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.0/108 votes
A Dispute in School!? Ichigo and Uryū, Fight Together!
Season 1 Episode 344 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.1/108 votes
Uryū is Attacked, A Threat Draws Near the Friends!
Season 1 Episode 345 - Aired 10/25/2011
After Ichigo Kurosaki and Orihime Inoue visit Uryū Ishida in the hospital, Keigo Asano is attacked.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.1/108 votes
The Man with the Fullbring Ability: Kūgo Ginjō
Season 1 Episode 346 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.3/109 votes
A Crisis Sneaking up on the Kurosaki Family!? Ichigo's Confusion!
Season 1 Episode 347 - Aired 11/8/2011
Kurosaki Ichigo has a day to decide whether to regain his lost Soul Reaper powers or not.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
6.5/108 votes
Power of the Substitute Badge, Ichigo's 'Pride'!
Season 1 Episode 348 - Aired 11/15/2011
Kurosaki Ichigo begins training, his first session is to fight and win against Mr. Pork
Director: Noriyuki Abe
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
6.9/108 votes
Next Target, The Devil's Hand Aims at Orihime!
Season 1 Episode 349 - Aired 11/22/2011
Inoue Orihime is suddenly stopped and asked to die by a man named Shishigawara Moe.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Geisei Morita, Tadahito Matsubayashi
Writer: Mio Imamura
7.1/107 votes
The Man Who Killed the Shinigami Substitute!? Tsukishima Makes His Move
Season 1 Episode 350 - Aired 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.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.8/106 votes
Fullbring, The Detested Power!
Season 1 Episode 351 - Aired 12/6/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki continues his training with Xcution, as they struggle to convince Jackie Tristan to help.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.0/106 votes
Tsukishima Attacks! The Training Has Been Thwarted
Season 1 Episode 352 - Aired 12/13/2011
As Jackie Tristan and Ichigo Kurosaki train in the fish tank, Shūkurō Tsukishima arrives in Xcution's hideout.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuhiro Kuroda
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.8/106 votes
Ichigo, Mastering the Fullbring!
Season 1 Episode 353 - Aired 12/20/2011
As Shūkurō Tsukishima arrives at Xcution, a battle ensues.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Junya Koshida
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
7.4/107 votes
Ichigo vs. Ginjō! To the Game's Space
Season 1 Episode 354 - Aired 12/27/2011
Ichigo Kurosaki fights Kūgo Ginjō in the Game Space.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.0/106 votes
Shinigami at War! New Year in Seireitei Special!
Season 1 Episode 355 - Aired 1/10/2012
New year celebrations in Soul Society include a kite-flying contest and Rukia performing a celebration dance.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Hiroki Takagi
Writer: Mio Imamura
7.4/109 votes
Friend or Foe!? Ginjō's True Intentions!
Season 1 Episode 356 - Aired 1/17/2012
Ichigo Kurosaki continues his training with Kūgo Ginjō, resulting in him completing his Fullbring.
Director: Geisei Morita
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
7.6/107 votes
Tsukishima's Ability, the Danger is Drawing Near!
Season 1 Episode 357 - Aired 1/24/2012
Ichigo trains with his Fullbring. Chad and Orihime investigate Tsukishima and engage in battle.
Director: Tadahito Matsubayashi
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.4/108 votes
Clash!? Xcution attacks Ginjō
Season 1 Episode 358 - Aired 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.
Director: Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
7.6/107 votes
The Sorrowful Battle! Ichigo vs. Sado & Orihime
Season 1 Episode 359 - Aired 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.
Director: Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.3/107 votes
Ichigo vs Uryū!? Who is the Traitor!?
Season 1 Episode 360 - Aired 2/14/2012
As Ichigo Kurosaki begins his battle with Shūkurō Tsukishima, Uryū Ishida arrives, and Kūgo Ginjō is cut by Tsukishima.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
8.4/109 votes
A New Appearance! The Gotei 13, Arrives!
Season 1 Episode 361 - Aired 2/21/2012
Stripped of his Fullbring, the powerless Ichigo Kurosaki is stabbed by Rukia Kuchiki and has his Shinigami powers returned to him.
Director: Tadahito Matsubayashi
Writer: Kenta Shimoyama
8.6/109 votes
Revival! Substitute Shinigami: Ichigo Kurosaki!
Season 1 Episode 362 - Aired 2/28/2012
The 13 Court Guard Squad Soul Reapers share their Spirit Energy to restore Ichigo Kurosaki’s lost powers.
Director: Mitsutaka Noshitani
Writer: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
8.1/107 votes
Fierce Fight! Shinigami vs. XCUTION!
Season 1 Episode 363 - Aired 3/6/2012
The Soul Reapers take on the Xcution members in one-on-one battles.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Mio Imamura
8.0/107 votes
Desperate Struggle!? Byakuya's Troubled Memories
Season 1 Episode 364 - Aired 3/13/2012
The battle between Kuchiki Byakuya and Tsukishima Shuukurou escalates as they both push their powers to the limit.
Director: Rokou Ogiwara
Writer: Mio Imamura
8.3/109 votes
Ichigo vs. Ginjō! Secret of the Substitute Badge
Season 1 Episode 365 - Aired 3/20/2012
As the battle between Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryū Ishida, and Kūgo Ginjō intensifies, the truth behind the Substitute Shinigami Badge surfaces.
Director: Kazunori Mizuno
Writer: Kento Shimoyama
8.6/1010 votes
Changing History, Unchanging Heart
Season 1 Episode 366 - Aired 3/27/2012
Ichigo Kurosaki and Ginjo Kugo both release their Bankai to settle the score.
Director: Noriyuki Abe, Yasuto Nishikata
Writer: Kento Shimoyama