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The Best Episodes Directed By Naoki Hishikawa

Every TV Episode Directed by Naoki Hishikawa Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

Naoki Hishikawa Ratings Summary

"Their Own Paths" is the best rated episode directed by Naoki Hishikawa. It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. It was written by Yasuyuki Suzuki. It aired on 3/6/2014 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Woman Called Fujiko Mine (2)".

  • Their Own Paths
    10.0/101 votes

    #1 - Their Own Paths

    Season 16 Episode 354 - Aired 3/6/2014

    Yukimi leaves the village to see the outside world, taking “Tenzo” with her. Kakashi tries to convince the two to return so that he can set a trap to capture Orochimaru, who is after Yukimi’s blood.

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Yasuyuki Suzuki

  • The Woman Called Fujiko Mine (2)
    10.0/101 votes

    #2 - The Woman Called Fujiko Mine (2)

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 6/28/2012

    Fujiko enters a chamber where Count Luis Yu Almeida is sitting and waiting for her, however Lupin interferes from a communications room and being gunned by Jigen, who inhaled the Fraulein Eule Cult drug, which makes Lupin flee. Fujiko falls into another chamber where message appears in blocks and Lupin assists Fujiko to reach again the top. In a special room, Lupin explains the real events that occurred in the tragedy of Eulenspiegel and the process of brutally inducing mind control to little girls. Also in the room lies Dr. Kaiser's daughter Aisha who has been long time experimented for the sake of Count Almeida and now frail and weakened. Fujiko reveals that she entered the manor as a maid and intends to steal the Fraulein Eule cult drug, however she's been cornered by Almeida's men and experimented her as well. Her drive to steal and indulge in sex made Aisha somewhat happy.

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Mari Okada

  • Yugi vs. Pegasus: Match of the Millennium (5)
    8.7/103 votes

    #3 - Yugi vs. Pegasus: Match of the Millennium (5)

    Season 1 Episode 39 - Aired 1/23/2001

    Pegasus summons Relinquished, a fearsome monster that can consume Yugi’s Duel Monsters! Yugi counters with… Kuriboh? The smallest, weakest creature in the game? Has Yugi given up, or does he have one last strategy to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat? The Shadow Game comes to a close!

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Junki Takegami

  • Naked in the Futon
    8.7/103 votes

    #4 - Naked in the Futon

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 6/4/2017

    A malison cleanser who knew Kazuya's mother is unimpressed with his skills, and wants to strip of him of his duties. But after seeing how malison atonement impacts the people struck by it, does Kazuya even want to put up a fight?

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: N/A

  • Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 3: Recklessness
    8.5/102 votes

    #5 - Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 3: Recklessness

    Season 20 Episode 491 - Aired 1/26/2017

    Shikamaru and his team are within range of Fushu Castle, where Gengo is purported to be. But they are unable to glean any intel about the man. Learning that Gengo will make a public appearance, Shikamaru and company infiltrate the square, where they see Sai being held captive.

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Masaya Honda

  • Maxing Defense and Hunting for Crystals
    8.3/103 votes

    #6 - Maxing Defense and Hunting for Crystals

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 3/8/2023

    With the eighth event about to start, Maple and Sally decide to leisurely explore Level 7. Their plans quickly change when they stumble upon a strange crystal...

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Shingo Nagai

  • The Wind Scar Fails
    8.0/101 votes

    #7 - The Wind Scar Fails

    Season 1 Episode 42 - Aired 9/3/2001

    Inuyasha and his group must defend themselves against an attack on multiple fronts. Kanna attacks Kagome, attempting to suck her soul into her mirror while Sango remains unconscious in the same room. Koharu tries to stab Miroku, while Inuyasha battles Kagura. Can Inuyasha use his Wind Scar to defeat her?

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: N/A

  • Double Trouble Duel (3)
    7.5/104 votes

    #8 - Double Trouble Duel (3)

    Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 9/12/2000

    Yugi and Jonouchi each unleash their strongest monster, Summoned Skull and Red-Eyes B. Dragon, but their strength pales in comparison to the tremendous power of Gate Guardian. Individually, our heroes have no chance, but they will unleash the greatest power of all: teamwork!

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Masashi Sogo

  • You Guys!! Do You Even Have a Gintama?! (2)
    7.2/104 votes

    #9 - You Guys!! Do You Even Have a Gintama?! (2)

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/4/2006

    Gintoki's group goes to take back a house for a man who's been conned.

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Akatsuki Yamatoya

  • Arena of Lost Souls (1)
    7.0/106 votes

    #10 - Arena of Lost Souls (1)

    Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 8/15/2000

    The #1 American duelist Bandit Keith's gang kidnaps Joey to a secret cave with a Graveyard playing field. As Yugi and friends search for him, Joey faces Bandit Keith's zombie monsters which become stronger as they return from the grave.

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Shin Yoshida

  • The Planet Titarros
    7.0/101 votes

    #11 - The Planet Titarros

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/22/2007

    Following the attack from the Silver Tribe, the Argonaut docks at the planet Titarros to re-supply. To avoid any unnecessary chaos about news of the Nodos, they try to hide Age’s presence. Iolaus is having feelings of jealously from all the attention Age is getting from Princess Deianeira, so he’s angry when he out he has to take Age to the planet surface. Instead of remaining inconspicuous, Age confronts Karukinus another Nodos vessel.

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: N/A

  • You Guys!! Do You Even Have a Gintama?! (1)
    6.9/107 votes

    #12 - You Guys!! Do You Even Have a Gintama?! (1)

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/4/2006

    Gintoki, Shinpachi, and Kagura receive a request from a man who wants them to make him stronger.

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Akatsuki Yamatoya

  • Sakura, Rainbows, and Grandpa
    6.0/101 votes

    #13 - Sakura, Rainbows, and Grandpa

    Season 4 Episode 20 - Aired 5/27/2018

    Sakura is spending her Sunday morning making rolled omelets for the homemade lunches she's taking for her outing with Syaoran.

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Nanase Okawa

  • I'll Do My Best, Mustang!
    5.0/102 votes

    #14 - I'll Do My Best, Mustang!

    Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 2/26/2015

    Musani is troubled with the scenario for the last episode of "Third Aerial Girls Squad." During the meeting, they talk about what they're going to do with the story, and somehow also get into the topic of why they are all making anime.

    Director: Naoki Hishikawa

    Writer: Michiko Yokote