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The Best Episodes of NANBAKA Season 1

Every episode of NANBAKA Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of NANBAKA Season 1!

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Four men are assigned to Nanba, the world’s most formidable prison. Jyugo, a man who attempted to break out of prison and ended up extending his jail time; Uno, a man who likes to gamble

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 10 - A Melancholy Day for the Dog, Monkey, and Pheasant
    7.9/10(23 votes)

    S1:E10

    While Hajime is on his three day suspension, Kenshirou Yozakura, Kiji Mitsuba, and Samon Gokuu take turns each day to supervise Building 13. Jyugo finally returns to Cell 13 and apologizes to them for all he's hidden from them.

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  2. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 8 - A Monster and a Gorilla
    7.7/10(21 votes)

    S1:E8

    The battle between Jyugo and Musashi continues on as Jyugo goes berserk and let's loose his power after hearing Musashi mention the man that placed the shackles on him. The Warden orders the guards, Hajime Sugoroku, Kenshirou Yozakura, Samon Gokuu, and Kiji Mitsuba, to contain the two inmates.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 13 - Real Idiot
    7.7/10(20 votes)

    S1:E13

    Jyugo meets Elf, who threatens to use those close to him as experiments, just like him and Musashi. Following the next night, Cell 13 breaks out of their cell for fun, but Jyugo intends to really escape so Elf will chase after him and leave the others be. Hajime, however, is determined not to allow Jyugo's passage.

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  4. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 2 - The Inmates Are Stupid! The Guards Are Kind of Stupid, Too!
    7.6/10(21 votes)

    S1:E2

    Hajime Sugoroku discusses the backstories of the four inmates of Cell 13 with the Warden.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 3 - Another Idiot Has Come!
    7.6/10(20 votes)

    S1:E3

    Seitarou Tanabata has difficulty dealing with Cell 13 due to their persistent bullying and appeals to Hajime Sugoroku for help. Tsukumo, a repeat offender and escapee, is transferred to cell thirteen but moved to cell eleven after conspiring to break out with Jyugo. Meanwhile, Nanba Prison prepares for New Year's.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 6 - The Booster Episode
    7.6/10(20 votes)

    S1:E6

    The final match of the New Year's Tournament begins; Kenshirou Yozakura & Musashi vs. Hajime Sugoroku & Jyugo. Hajime seems to be doing fine with his match, but Jyugo ends up in a bit of trouble against his opponent, whom he seems to have some history with.

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  7. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 9 - You're Empty!
    7.6/10(20 votes)

    S1:E9

    Hajime arrives back after his three day suspension. Jyugo and Musashi, while locked away in underground chambers, are allowed by Hajime and Kenshirou to communicate with each other via handheld transceivers. Musashi sheds some light on the Man with the Scar to Jyugo.

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  8. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 4 - Happy New Year! The New Year's Tournament Is Where We Get Serious!
    7.2/10(19 votes)

    S1:E4

    The New Year's Tournament kicks off, with Building 13's Cell 13 being chosen as one of the participates. The first round includes all guards and inmates, the second has Yamato Godai and Rock team up while Seitarou Tanabata and Uno team up for Round 3.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 7 - It's a Surprisingly Sad Story
    7.2/10(19 votes)

    S1:E7

    Sometime before the second round of the New Year's Tournament, Tsukumo is visited by Hanzou Hattori. During the visit, Tsukumo's past is revealed.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 12 - The Room, the Billiards, the Darts, and Me
    7.2/10(18 votes)

    S1:E12

    Musashi discusses more of his past prior to meeting the Scarred Guard with Kenshirou Yozakura. Uno gets everyone from the New Year's Tournament together to play in the game room he got for Cell 13's victory in the tournament. Later, Jyugo leaves Cell 13 for some fresh air at night, only to encounter Elf.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 1 - Idiots With Numbers!
    7.1/10(30 votes)

    S1:E1

    Jyugo, Uno, Nico and Rock make an attempt to escape, only to get caught by Hajime Sugoroku. The group later spends some time bugging Hajime and indulging in idle chat. The Warden, Momoko Hyakushiki, returns and discusses Jyugo with Hajime, telling him not to underestimate him.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 5 - A Fraud and a Hero
    7.1/10(21 votes)

    S1:E5

    Uno continues his match against Honey and Trois and ultimately wins. Hajime Sugoroku and Nico face against Samon Gokuu, Qi and Upa in the following Spinning-top round.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. NANBAKA Season 1 Episode 11 - We Got Our Rewards
    7.0/10(18 votes)

    S1:E11

    The stone oven that Rock wanted, for Building 13 winning the New Year's Tournament, is finally installed. Nico also gets a game room.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"A Melancholy Day for the Dog, Monkey, and Pheasant" is the best rated episode of "NANBAKA" season 1. It scored 7.9/10 based on 23 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/6/2016. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "A Monster and a Gorilla".