The Best Episodes Directed By Masahiro Hosoda

Every TV Episode Directed by Masahiro Hosoda Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. Background image for Fear of the Void! Shaka Opened His Eyes
    9.3/10(4 votes)

    #1 - Fear of the Void! Shaka Opened His Eyes

    S1:E57

    Ikki battles Shaka's Six Incarnations with his Phoenix Illusion, but it has no effect; Ikki sees a vision of himself as a child as they fight.

    Writer:N/A
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  2. Background image for Battle for the Bronze (3)
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Battle for the Bronze (3)

    S1:E137

    Jonouchi and Kaiba’s battle reaches its roaring climax with the result of the duel hinging on one final spin of Time Wizard’s wheel! Will Jonouchi take down his biggest headache and actually teach Kaiba a thing or two about being a true duelist?

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  3. Background image for The Warrior from Ancient Times
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #3 - The Warrior from Ancient Times

    S1:E6

    Shion and Dohko's power clashes, but it seems Shion has the upper hand, due to Dohko's current appearance. Feeling this, Shiryu tells Seiya to go ahead while he goes to help his master. Dohko orders Shiryu to leave and attacks Shion with the One Hundred Dragons. Hyoga and Shun arrive at the Sanctuary, but Shaina stands in their way. Dohko's dragons are no match for Shion who counters with his ultimate attack, Stardust Revolution. Shiryu wears his damaged Dragon Cloth and attacks Shion. Shun understands why Saori gave the order, but he realizes they must protect her no matter what. Shaina prepares to battle Hyoga once he starts burning his Cosmo. At the House of Aries, Shion blocks the Rising Dragon, but Dohko gets up and asks Shiryu to leave. However, Shiryu can't leave, knowing his master is fighting alone. Dohko agrees to let him stay, promising to apologize to Athena later. Hyoga prepares to attack, but Shaina turns her back and allows them to move forward. Shion attacks, but the Libra Gold Cloth saves Dohko and Shiryu. Suddenly, Dohko burns his Cosmos, and reveals something amazing. His body starts to crack like a shell, and a younger body emerges from the old one. The young Libra Dohko has returned. He reveals that Athena gave him the gift of Misopethamenos, which allowed him to stay young, meaning, since 243 years passed, for Dohko, it was only 243 days. Dohko tells Shiryu to follow Mu and defeat the Specters that came to the Sanctuary. Dohko dons his Cloth after 243 years and prepares for battle. Shion and Dohko clash with their ultimate techniques, Stardust Revolution and the One Hundred Dragons. Shiryu is sent flying due to the impact. Seiya, Mu, Hyoga, Shun and Shiryu sense both Shion and Dohko's Cosmos have disappeared.

    Writer:N/A
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  4. Background image for The Golden Clash
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #4 - The Golden Clash

    S1:E10

    Saga, Shura and Camus only have one of their senses each, but Shaka has survived somehow. He sits under the Twin Gala and writes a message with his blood on flower petals, then the wind blows them towards Athena. Saga and the others realized that Shaka's spirit had come back, just to write his message. After mourning Shaka's death, Saga and the others encounter the Saints, but Aiolia attacks all three, wanting to avenge Shaka. However, Saga blocks his Lightning Plasma. With only four hours left, the former Saints are willing to see Athena no matter what. Meanwhile, Saori receives the flower petals with Shaka's message. The message read Arayashiki, and Saori understands the meaning behind Shaka's death. Milo arrives at the House of Virgo, attacking Saga and the others, but Saga counters with Galaxian Explosion. Saga, Camus and Shura get into position for the Athena Exclamation. Mu, Milo and Aiolia also get into position to use the same technique, despite the protests of Seiya and his friends. If two Athena Exclamations clash, their destructive power will increase to infinity, destroying the entire Sanctuary. As the Gold Saints entrust the Bronze Saints with Athena, the Athena Exclamations are unleashed at the same time.

    Writer:N/A
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  5. Background image for Devoting His Life! Roger's Adventure!
    8.8/10(4 votes)

    #5 - Devoting His Life! Roger's Adventure!

    S21:E967

    Singing out loud, the Roger Pirates continue on with their journey. They soar up to the island above the clouds and go down into the deep sea to get to the island at the sea bottom. Oden deciphers the Ponegliffs on those islands for Roger who believes those inscriptions will tell them the location of the last island on the Grand Line.

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  6. Background image for A Hero's Farewell
    8.8/10(7 votes)

    #6 - A Hero's Farewell

    S6:E23

    Clearly overmatched by Gohan, Cell initiates his last line of defense: a self-destruct program that will blow up the entire planet! With only seconds to spare, Goku risks everything to transport Cell away from the Earth.

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  7. Background image for One More Wish
    8.6/10(8 votes)

    #7 - One More Wish

    S6:E28

    After Goku’s decision to stay in the after-world, Krillin uses the final wish to save Android 18, but does he have the courage to reveal his true feelings? And is anyone brave enough to break the news of Goku's passing to Chichi?!

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  8. Background image for The Sea Is For Pirates! Raid! To Onigashima!
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    #8 - The Sea Is For Pirates! Raid! To Onigashima!

    S21:E977

    The Straw Hats and thousands of allies who were supposed to be there are nowhere to be found, but Kin’emon and the others decide to set sail to the stormy sea in a small boat. Kaido’s army that appears out of nowhere and a betrayal drive the Akazaya members into a corner.

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  9. Background image for It's On! The Special Operation to Bring Down Kaido!
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    #9 - It's On! The Special Operation to Bring Down Kaido!

    S21:E918

    Dogstorm clashes with Shutenmaru, who refuses to aid in Kin'emon's operation. Sanji and the others seek out recruits.

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  10. Background image for Defense and Bonds
    8.3/10(7 votes)

    #10 - Defense and Bonds

    S1:E12

    Maple may have maxed out her defense, but can she protect her friends and base from a legendary player? This time, Maple may have met her match.

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  11. Background image for A Children's Song
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - A Children's Song

    S1:E4

    For years, the tormented Lady Iku believed her body was cursed. Children mocked her and the masses fled at her approach. This public scorn only increased her dependence on her husband, Master Kogan. But now, Lady Iku has reason to question the man who has loved her for so long, the man who may hold the key to her deadly secret.

    Writer:N/A
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  12. Background image for Kengyou’s House of Punishment
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - Kengyou’s House of Punishment

    S1:E10

    A letter arrives summoning the Kogan clan to the palace of Kengyou Shizuhata. Upon arrival, Shizuhata wastes no time in luring Gennosuke into a duel with the barbarian warrior, Sekiun. Allegedly a contest of fun and skill, the tables turn when Kogan steps in to fight in Gennosuke’s place. Sekiun, unaware of the monster he fights, strikes a blow he will regret for the rest of his life.

    Writer:N/A
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  13. Background image for Episode 12
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - Episode 12

    S1:E12

    RISE defeats May-Bee and becomes the champion of Kanagawa. Hiyori is rushed to the hospital to check on her injury. If everything goes well, RISE will perform as the main act in the Kanagawa Tournament Final Stage.

    Writer:N/A
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  14. Background image for The Strongest Man in the World! Shutenmaru, the Thieves Brigade Chief!
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #14 - The Strongest Man in the World! Shutenmaru, the Thieves Brigade Chief!

    S21:E912

    While Usopp is looking for allies in Wano Country, Shutenmaru and the Mt. Atama Thieves plunder Okobore Town. Jack suddenly arrives at Okubore Town and confronts Shutenmaru. Shutenmaru and Jack quickly get into a fight, but are interrupted when Kaido flies in his dragon form.

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  15. Background image for Luffy is on the Move! A Turning Point of a New Era!
    8.0/10(4 votes)

    #15 - Luffy is on the Move! A Turning Point of a New Era!

    S21:E1063

    Usopp finds Kin’emon’s upper body and the heavily wounded Kiku. However, they are surrounded by the Gifters and can’t find a way out. Seeing the samurai giving up hope, Usopp remembers his determination.

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  16. Background image for Dende's Dragon
    8.0/10(8 votes)

    #16 - Dende's Dragon

    S6:E8

    With help from King Kai, Goku travels to Namek to recruit a new guardian for the Earth! Most of the Namekians refuse the offer, but there’s one little guy who can’t wait to go! Dende is back, and he’s going to create a new Dragon!

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  17. Background image for Training × Hound × Exhausted
    7.9/10(7 votes)

    #17 - Training × Hound × Exhausted

    S1:E33

    Gon, Leorio and Kurapika stay in the Zoldyck family's servants' quarters at the security guards behest. Zebro lets them in through the Testing Gate (weighing tons), and Gon feels he should have been able to let himself in. While they stay there, the guard trains them with weighted brooms, water buckets, slippers, cups and whatnot. They end up extremely strong. After 20 days they are able to open the gate themselves, and they start walking through the grounds towards the house. Gon and Kurapika can push the first gate of 2 tons open, and Leorio is strong enough for the second gate.

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  18. Background image for Qualifications of Assassins
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    #18 - Qualifications of Assassins

    S1:E5

    Officially a family of renowned doctors and assassins behind the scenes, the house of Tuatha Dé is the right hand of the kingdom. Trusted to become his father's heir, Lugh assists his father with his mission. However, there are those who are displeased by Lugh's success. Lugh defends his status in a challenge against them--

    Writer:N/A
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  19. Background image for Choice of Betrayal
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    #19 - Choice of Betrayal

    S1:E11

    Lugh got a assasination request for Dia. And the principal is Count Viecone, who is Dia's father and Cian's old friend. Cian expects Lugh can finish the assasination. But if he refuses it, Cian will do it with his own hands.

    Writer:N/A
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  20. Background image for Spank Strikes! Sanji's Woman-trouble!
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #20 - Spank Strikes! Sanji's Woman-trouble!

    S21:E1021

    Robin bursts in to rescue Sanji along with Brook, and faces Black Maria, who is trying to keep Sanji as her pet. Meanwhile, Yamato, Momonosuke, and Shinobu are spotted hiding by the enemy, and they find themselves on the run again.

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  21. Background image for Two Dragons Face Off! Momonosuke’s Determination!
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #21 - Two Dragons Face Off! Momonosuke’s Determination!

    S21:E1050

    Momonosuke faces Kaido once again trembling in fear. However, with Luffy’s encouragement, he bravely steps up and shows his dragon fangs remembering what he had to go through because of Kaido.

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  22. Background image for Good Boy? × Bad Boy? × Killua
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    #22 - Good Boy? × Bad Boy? × Killua

    S1:E12

    Killua stops trying to take the ball from Netero because his killer instincts are surfacing. Anita escapes her handlers and attacks Killua, who comes close to killing Anita, but lets her live because otherwise Gon would get mad at him. Gon is never able to get the ball, but makes Netero use his left leg and both hands once, and is satisfied.

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  23. Background image for Nami's Decision! Fire at the Out-Of-Control Chopper!
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #23 - Nami's Decision! Fire at the Out-Of-Control Chopper!

    S9:E296

    Franky and Nami come up with a plan to stop Chopper's rampage, but it could prove deadly to the not-so-little reindeer. Usopp and Zoro are thrilled to finally be free of each other!

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  24. Background image for Intersection: Awakening of the Vortex
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #24 - Intersection: Awakening of the Vortex

    S1:E5

    The members of Unit N07 successfully locate the vortex, but the Sovereignty had already found it. After Mismis is captured, Iska must fight against Kissing, a purebred, to get her back before the Empire attacks the Sovereignty base.

    Writer:N/A
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  25. Background image for Steak × Marathon × The Exam Starts
    7.5/10(6 votes)

    #25 - Steak × Marathon × The Exam Starts

    S1:E6

    Gon, Kurapika, and Leorio reach the first stage of the Hunter Exam, a seemingly endless forced run through a tunnel leading by the examiner named Satotz. They are befriended by Tonpa, a man taking the exam for the 35th time, and meet Killua, another entrant. In the end Tonpa betrays Leorio, as Gon and Kurapika go looking for them.

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Masahiro Hosoda Ratings Summary

"Fear of the Void! Shaka Opened His Eyes" is the best rated episode directed by Masahiro Hosoda. It scored 9.25/10 based on 4 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 12/5/1987 and is rated 0.3 points higher than their second-best episode, "Battle for the Bronze (3)".