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The Best Episodes Directed By Mitsutoshi Sato

Every TV Episode Directed by Mitsutoshi Sato Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 3 Episode 12 - Those Who Strive for the Top
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    S3:E12

    Soma battles with the First Seat of the Totsuki Elite Ten, Tsukasa. If Soma loses, he has to join Central and Tsukasa wagers seat in the Elite Ten. Their topic is French cuisine using venison. However, Soma pulls out an unlikely ingredient and a bizarre tool. The judges for this battle end up being Erina, Megumi, and Hisako who thought they were hiding, but were found. Who will be the victor in this battle that could greatly change both of their lives?

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - God Tongue
    8.5/10(6 votes)

    S1:E2

    Under his father's orders, Soma attempts to transfer into one of Japan's top culinary schools, Togetsu Tea House Culinary Academy. His examiner, Nakiri Erina, is a student said to possess humanity's best palate: the God Tongue.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 18 - Battle With the Gods
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    S1:E18

    From his cell, Bosse relates to Bebin the story of how he first met Miranjo when she was a little girl. Domas and Hokuro make their apologies to Hiling, then head off to assist Bojji. Bojji has his hands full with Ouken, but receives help from Despa.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 17 - The Curse of Immortality
    8.2/10(5 votes)

    S1:E17

    Bojji and Kage run into Apeas, who tells them about Miranjo's dream. Domas and Hokuro finally reach the entrance to the underworld they were ordered to destroy. The Magic Mirror calls out to Ouken, who escapes Despa's custody to come to her aid.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Wrath as a Lightning
    8.1/10(22 votes)

    S2:E5

    Quilge Opie uses his power to imprison Ichigo inside the Garganta. As he tries to break free, Ichigo begins to hear, through his Soul Phone, the screams of the Soul Reapers falling to the enemy's onslaught.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 2 Episode 13 - The Blade Is Me
    8.1/10(20 votes)

    S2:E13

    Ichigo learns that he is the child born of a Soul Reaper and a Quincy. Finally understanding the truth behind his heritage, Ichigo decides to return to Hoohden with a renewed resolve to finish what he has started.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - The Breading That Showcases the Mountains
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    S1:E9

    Inui Hinako, a Totsuki alumna, has tasked Soma's group with making a Japanese dish using available ingredients in the area. Anything other than condiments and spices must be procured from their immediate environs. Soma, provoked by Takumi Aldini's challenge, has a flash of inspiration and dashes out with Megumi to find ingredients for their dish!

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 11 Episode 223 - The Young Man and the Sea
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    S11:E223

    Tsunade sends out Naruto under the guise of a top-secret mission to keep him hidden away from the Akatsuki. Unfortunately, Naruto, Yamato, Gai, and Aoba are stuck at the pier due to a report of a monster attacking ships.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - Foundation Stones
    7.7/10(25 votes)

    S2:E2

    Arrancars Nel Tu and Pesche Guatiche have come to seek Ichigo’s help explaining that Hueco Mundo is under attack by an unknown enemy. Unable to ignore the situation, Ichigo and his friends decide to set out for Hueco Mundo.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 2 Episode 21 - THE HEADLESS STAR
    7.6/10(17 votes)

    S2:E21

    Candice, Meninas, Giselle, and Liltotto try to take down Kenpachi.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 19 - The World Progresses, the Heroes Are Revealed
    7.6/10(8 votes)

    S1:E19

    Wethermon falls into a slumber and Setsuna of Bygone Days leaves behind a hint that will lead to the truth about SLF. Wethermon's subjugation is reported to all players in game. Now, standing before the battle-weary trio are angry members of Ashura Kai...

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 42 - A Straight Flush Mixed with Jokers
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    S1:E42

    Sunraku gets an intriguing offer from Kei, then meets up with Rust and Mold to pursue the Ctarnidd quest.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  13. undefined Season 10 Episode 213 - Lost Bonds
    7.2/10(6 votes)

    S10:E213

    As he is resting, Naruto starts dreaming his past experiences with Sasuke that made the two friends closer. When he tries to follow Kakashi, who is in pursuit of Sakura, he is stopped by Yamato, saying that he has orders from Kakashi to return Naruto to Konoha. Naruto devises a plan to sneak out and leaving a shadow clone to fool Yamato. He goes into Sage Mode to locate Kakashi. He then starts remembering the experiences that brought Sasuke pain in his life. Naruto decides what he can do for Sasuke if they come face to face.

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
    Writer:N/A

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - A Dazzling Sea of Trees
    7.1/10(7 votes)

    S1:E9

    Sunraku has to make it out of town so he can move on to the Prismatic Forest Grotto, but Ashura Kai and Psyger-0 stand in his way. Once he reaches the grotto itself, a dazzling array of sights await him!

    Director:Mitsutoshi Sato
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Mitsutoshi Sato Ratings Summary

"Those Who Strive for the Top" is the best rated episode directed by Mitsutoshi Sato. It scored 8.7/10 based on 3 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 12/20/2017 and is rated 0.2 points higher than their second-best episode, "God Tongue".