The best episode directed by Ogura Shirakawa is "Thank You", rated 9/10 from 1 user votes. It was "written by Masahiro Okubo". "Thank You" aired on 10/4/2011 and is rated 0.5 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Rescue Hirako! Aizen vs. Urahara".
Ichigo Kurosaki gradually loses his remaining powers and bids farewell to Rukia Kuchiki.
Director: Ogura Shirakawa
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
Captains Kisuke Urahara, Tessai Tsukabishi, and Yoruichi Shihōin leave to the Human World with the Hollowfied captains and lieutenants.
Director: Ogura Shirakawa
Writer: Masashi Sogo
As Ichigo Kurosaki begins his battle with Shūkurō Tsukishima, Uryū Ishida arrives, and Kūgo Ginjō is cut by Tsukishima.
Director: Ogura Shirakawa
Writer: Masahiro Okubo
The Soul Reapers take on the Xcution members in one-on-one battles.
Director: Ogura Shirakawa
Writer: Mio Imamura
3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame helps a school student named Shinji Iijima win a Kendō tournament.
Director: Ogura Shirakawa
Writer: Natsuko Takahashi
Prior events are recalled.
Director: Ogura Shirakawa
Writer: Masashi Sogo