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The Best Episodes of Samurai Sentai Shinkenger

Every episode of Samurai Sentai Shinkenger ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Samurai Sentai Shinkenger!

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For eighteen generations, samurai of the Shiba Clan have suppressed the evil intentions of the Gedoushu, malevolent spirits that enter the world of the living from gaps between buildings and other structures. Now, Takeru Shiba,

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    Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 49 - A Samurai Sentai Eternally
    9.4/10(25 votes)

    #1 - A Samurai Sentai Eternally

    S1:E49

    With the Sanzu River overflowing and Gedoshu rampaging through the human world, Takeru, his five retainers and allies must work together and use everything to finally put a stop to Dokoku and restore peace once again.

    Director:Shojiro Nakazawa
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  2. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 11 - A Threefold Strife
    9.2/10(21 votes)

    #2 - A Threefold Strife

    S1:E11

    The Shinkenger learn the truth regarding Doukoku's previous defeat and his hatred for the Shiba Clan as he sends out his most powerful Ayakashi while both are intercepted by the eye of Juzo Fuwa.

    Director:Satoshi Morota
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  3. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 12 - The Very First Super Samurai Combination
    9.2/10(21 votes)

    #3 - The Very First Super Samurai Combination

    S1:E12

    After his failures against Ushirobushi, Takeru leaves the mansion to wander, forcing him to rediscover the connection between himself and his retainers.

    Director:Satoshi Morota
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  4. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 26 - Decisive Match Number One
    9.2/10(22 votes)

    #4 - Decisive Match Number One

    S1:E26

    Takeru is forced into having a showdown with Juzo Fuwa, but Ryunosuke stands alone in trying to stop his lord from going through with this selfish decision.

    Director:Shojiro Nakazawa
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  5. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 43 - One Last Sword Stroke
    9.2/10(19 votes)

    #5 - One Last Sword Stroke

    S1:E43

    With the Hell gate nearly complete, Genta tries to figure a way to stop Juzo from using Uramasa to satisfy Akumaro's greatest desire.

    Director:Noboru Takemoto
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  6. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 45 - The Impersonator
    9.2/10(19 votes)

    #6 - The Impersonator

    S1:E45

    As Kaoru takes her place as the true Shiba Clan head, Takeru is forced to figure out where to go next while his former retainers are forced to adapt to their new leader.

    Director:Hiroyuki Kato
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  7. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 46 - The Showdown Clash
    9.2/10(20 votes)

    #7 - The Showdown Clash

    S1:E46

    With no other purpose left, Takeru begins his climactic showdown with Juzo, while Hikoma tries to find him to remind him of the bonds he still possesses.

    Director:Takayuki Shibasaki
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  8. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 6 - The Abusive King
    9.1/10(21 votes)

    #8 - The Abusive King

    S1:E6

    Chiaki becomes jealous of the abilities of Kotoha, particularly after revealing an immunity to an insulting Ayakashi.

    Director:Noboru Takemoto
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  9. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 40 - The General Heads to the Front Lines
    9.1/10(15 votes)

    #9 - The General Heads to the Front Lines

    S1:E40

    Doukoku's connection to Dayu is revealed as Akumaro prepares to use the suffering of her shamisen for his own purpose.

    Director:Katsuya Watanabe
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  10. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 48 - The Final Great Decisive Battle
    9.1/10(19 votes)

    #10 - The Final Great Decisive Battle

    S1:E48

    As Dokoku returns with Dayu's sacrifice, Kaoru and the retainers desperately attempt to seal him once and for all while Takeru becomes involved in a stunning move by the Shiba head.

    Director:Shojiro Nakazawa
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  11. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 24 - The True Samurai Combination
    9.0/10(19 votes)

    #11 - The True Samurai Combination

    S1:E24

    With the Shinkenger down, Takeru abducted by Juzo and Gozunagumo strengthened by Doukoku's punishment, all hope lies in Genta for completing the Inroumaru and giving the team a new trump card.

    Director:Katsuya Watanabe
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  12. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 5 - The Kabuto Origami
    8.9/10(25 votes)

    #12 - The Kabuto Origami

    S1:E5

    As the other Shinkenger relax, Takeru trains in increasing his Mojikara in order to use a beetle-themed Secret Disk, which becomes necessary against an Ayakashi their swords can't cut.

    Director:Noboru Takemoto
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  13. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 9 - The Tiger's Rebellion
    8.9/10(19 votes)

    #13 - The Tiger's Rebellion

    S1:E9

    An Ayakashi who has gained control of the Tiger Origami brainwashes Ryuunosuke under his control, forcing Takeru to figure out how to save both.

    Director:Katsuya Watanabe
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  14. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 47 - Bonds
    8.9/10(21 votes)

    #14 - Bonds

    S1:E47

    Takeru completes his final showdown with Juzo Fuwa while finally confronting his retainers about the deception as Dayu prepares the final step for Dokoku's return.

    Director:Shojiro Nakazawa
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  15. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 7 - Marlin Fishing
    8.8/10(22 votes)

    #15 - Marlin Fishing

    S1:E7

    Ryunosuke is sent to catch the Marlin Origami living in the wild, where he must work with a jaded fisherman to save his team from a poisonous Ayakashi.

    Director:Shojiro Nakazawa
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  16. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 39 - The Very Urgent First Aid Emergency
    8.8/10(16 votes)

    #16 - The Very Urgent First Aid Emergency

    S1:E39

    When the Shinkengers investigate an odd illness befalling the residents of an island, they are ambushed by Akumaro, Dayu, and Juzo.

    Director:Hiroyuki Kato
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  17. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 8 - The Brides are Spirited Away
    8.7/10(21 votes)

    #17 - The Brides are Spirited Away

    S1:E8

    When brides are being abducted for Dayuu Usukawa's selfish desire, Mako goes undercover to help the team track them down.

    Director:Shojiro Nakazawa
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  18. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 17 - The Sushi Samurai
    8.7/10(18 votes)

    #18 - The Sushi Samurai

    S1:E17

    Takeru finds himself under attack by a mysterious power that sneaked into the mansion, while the retainers investigate a strangely suspicious sushi salesman who also broke in.

    Director:Satoshi Morota
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  19. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 18 - Samurai Promotion
    8.7/10(18 votes)

    #19 - Samurai Promotion

    S1:E18

    Genta approaches Takeru about being his 6th Shinkenger, but an initial rejection forces him and the retainers to figure out the true reason why the Shiba lord doesn't want his friend involved.

    Director:Satoshi Morota
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  20. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 23 - The Rampaging Gedoushu
    8.7/10(18 votes)

    #20 - The Rampaging Gedoushu

    S1:E23

    With the sudden increase in Gedoushu power, the Shinkenger head to Tengen Temple to obtain a sealed case which may assist them, while Shitari attempts to find out the sealing character that stopped Doukoku in the past.

    Director:Katsuya Watanabe
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  21. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 25 - The Dream World
    8.7/10(18 votes)

    #21 - The Dream World

    S1:E25

    When a dream-making Ayakashi attacks the city, Mako becomes trapped within where she witnesses Dayuu's horrifying origin.

    Director:Shojiro Nakazawa
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  22. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 44 - The Eighteenth Head of the Shiba House
    8.7/10(18 votes)

    #22 - The Eighteenth Head of the Shiba House

    S1:E44

    During a New Years celebration, the arrival of a special Kuroko and a fire-manipulating Ayakashi forces Takeru into a battle where his greatest secret is finally revealed.

    Director:Hiroyuki Kato
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  23. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 10 - The Great Sky Combination
    8.6/10(20 votes)

    #23 - The Great Sky Combination

    S1:E10

    Chiaki and Hikoma reach their breaking point and must come to a new understanding after Shinken Green is passed over to assist in creating Daitenkuu, a new Origami formation.

    Director:Katsuya Watanabe
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  24. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 21 - The Father and Son Bears
    8.6/10(17 votes)

    #24 - The Father and Son Bears

    S1:E21

    In the midst of other problems, Chiaki must save Mako and others from a hostage crisis as Shinken Pink discovers more about his personal style through Chiaki's father.

    Director:Hiroyuki Kato
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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  25. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Season 1 Episode 38 - Showdown with the Rifle Squad
    8.6/10(15 votes)

    #25 - Showdown with the Rifle Squad

    S1:E38

    When Hikoma goes on his one day a year off to visit his daughter and granddaughter, the Ayakashi Ikusazure makes his move.

    Director:Hiroyuki Kato
    Writer:Yasuko Kobayashi

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Best Episodes Summary

"A Samurai Sentai Eternally" is the best rated episode of "Samurai Sentai Shinkenger". It scored 9.4/10 based on 25 votes. Directed by Shojiro Nakazawa and written by Yasuko Kobayashi, it aired on 2/7/2010. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "A Threefold Strife".