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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 204 - He's Bad News
    10.0/10(4 votes)

    S1:E204

    Naruto has been pulled into a different dimension by Jigen. There he encounters Sasuke, who tells him that Jigen is a dangerous person and that they must do whatever it takes to defeat him immediately. Naruto and Sasuke work together to defeat Jigen in a fierce battle, but they struggle against Jigen's advanced fighting abilities and mysterious jutsu. Meanwhile, Boruto gets a bad premonition when his Karma starts acting up, and so he quickly returns home with Mitsuki. Kawaki and Sarada are there, worried about Naruto's safety.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 197 - Delta
    9.5/10(2 votes)

    S1:E197

    In order to get a better handle on their Karmas, Boruto and Kawaki decide to train under more realistic conditions. As Naruto and Himawari watch, they activate their Karmas and confront one another. Meanwhile, Delta joins up with Koji Kashin, who’s still pursuing Kawaki. Somehow, Koji is able to sneak into the village without triggering the Hidden Leaf’s sensory system. Delta is left with no choice but to wait for his return. But when he doesn’t come back, she runs out of patience.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 266 - Himawari Kidnapped!
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E266

    Osuka Kamakura is kidnapped for ransom along with Himawari. When the ringleader finds out she’s the daughter of the Hokage, he starts thinking of ways to use her to his advantage as well. Meanwhile, Kawaki does what he can to locate Himawari and Osuka with the help of Kae and Neon Asakusa

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 271 - Ichigo Dies! Orihime, the Cry of Sorrow!
    9.0/10(11 votes)

    S1:E271

    As Ichigo Kurosaki's Hollow form completely takes him over, he begins battling Ulquiorra Cifer again.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - Panties, and an Aerial Garden
    8.8/10(8 votes)

    S1:E11

    Before him lies a young girl in white panties. After Touya arrives at the aerial garden, he's greeted by a young girl in white panties, Francesca. She's the keeper of the garden.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 263 - Imprisonment?! Senbonzakura & Zabimaru
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    S1:E263

    Zabimaru and Senbonzakura are trapped in the Shinigami Research and Development Institute.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 270 - Beginning of Despair... Ichigo, the Unreachable Blade
    8.6/10(9 votes)

    S1:E270

    Ichigo Kurosaki greatly struggles with Ulquiorra Cifer in his released form and to further drive it in, Ulquiorra shows Ichigo his second release.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 240 - Ikada's Dream
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    S1:E240

    Boruto joins Ikada as he sails to a factory where they can get a component needed for ship repair. He is impressed by Ikada’s excellent piloting abilities. Ikada reveals that he left home despite the protests of his family to look for work that involved ships. That was when he met Kajiki and found his dream of becoming a great ship carpenter. They spot a ship that has been in an accident, and while working together to save the passengers, Boruto sees something unbelievable.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 61 - Aizen Stands! Horrible Ambitions
    8.4/10(11 votes)

    S1:E61

    4th Division Lieutenant Isane Kotetsu informs the Gotei 13 that Sōsuke Aizen is alive as the latter reveals his machinations.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 259 - Terror! The Monster That Lurks Underground
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    S1:E259

    A group of Shinigami must go into the sewers to fight a Tōjū. They are aided by a Zanpakutō Spirit who has been living in the sewers.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 360 - Ichigo vs Uryū!? Who is the Traitor!?
    8.3/10(7 votes)

    S1:E360

    As Ichigo Kurosaki begins his battle with Shūkurō Tsukishima, Uryū Ishida arrives, and Kūgo Ginjō is cut by Tsukishima.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Moving, and a Dragon
    8.3/10(9 votes)

    S1:E6

    After receiving a huge mansion in place of court rank, Touya and the others begin living their usual dense, thickheaded lifestyle. Then they receive a mission to head all the way to Mismede because she'd like to use Touya's Gate spell for talks with The Kingdom of Mismede.

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 292 - All Out War! Aizen vs. Shinigami
    8.2/10(9 votes)

    S1:E292

    The Shinigami and Visored vow to protect Ichigo Kurosaki and defeat Sōsuke Aizen.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 226 - Fierce Fighting Concludes? Towards a New Battle!
    8.1/10(8 votes)

    S1:E226

    Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto effortlessly finishes Ayon and Harribel's Fracción. Starrk reveals himself to be the Primera Espada. Rukia Kuchiki fights Rudbornn as Ichigo Kurosaki struggles against Ulquiorra Cifer.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 223 - Inojin VS Houki
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E223

    The final exam has finally begun. The first match of the individual competition in the form of a real match is the VS Houki.　The twenty-fifth team of Houki and, unusually among their peers, has been involved in the mission of the "Anbu" until now. So, while we don't know what he's up to, Inojin uses his signature technique "Choju Giga" from the very beginning to hunt down Houki. However, as Houki was waiting for a chance, he suddenly lost sight of his opponent's location and the game was reversed. Who will win ......? In this game, you'll have the chance to take the final exam, but you'll have to be careful not to get caught.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 227 - Team 7's Last Mission?!
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    S1:E227

    Team 7, with Sarada as captain, are assigned a mission. Mirai, who was on a mission with Konohamaru, returns to the village critically injured. The mission was supposed to be simple, but Mirai reports that the situation has changed drastically. It’s decided that reinforcements will be sent and Team 7 volunteers to go.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 239 - The Boy from the Isle of Shipbuilders
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E239

    The ship carrying Boruto, his friends, and the people of Dotou Island is dead in the water. A shipbuilder Kajiki and his apprentice Ikada happen to pass by and offer to repair the ship at an island of shipbuilders where they live. Upon arriving on the island, Boruto and his friends try to do whatever they can to help while waiting for their ship to be repaired. Meanwhile, in the seas near the Land of Water, a clash between the pirates of the Funato Clan and the Land of Water is becoming unavoidable.

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 253 - Muramasa's True Identity Revealed
    8.0/10(5 votes)

    S1:E253

    6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki defeats Kōga Kuchiki as Muramasa loses control and transforms into a Hollow version of himself. As Ichigo Kurosaki battles Muramasa, several Shinigami and their Zanpakutō Spirits arrive to help.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 210 - Hiyori Dies? The Beginning of Tragedy
    7.9/10(8 votes)

    S1:E210

    Several Gotei 13 captains and lieutenants face off against a Hollowfied Captain Kensei Muguruma and Lieutenant Mashiro Kuna.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 297 - The Extending Blade?! Ichigo vs. Gin!
    7.9/10(8 votes)

    S1:E297

    As Ichigo Kurosaki and Gin Ichimaru battle, Sōsuke Aizen explains to Isshin Kurosaki about the true power of the Hōgyoku.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 30 - Renji's Confrontation
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    S1:E30

    Having been led to the base of Senzaikyū, Ichigo Kurosaki begins his rematch with 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 278 - The Nightmare Returns... Revival of the Espada
    7.8/10(8 votes)

    S1:E278

    The Espada are shown to still be alive, Sōsuke Aizen, Gin Ichimaru, and Kaname Tōsen are freed, and the Visored arrive on the battlefield.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 279 - Hirako and Aizen...the Reunion of Fate!
    7.8/10(8 votes)

    S1:E279

    The Visored join the fight.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  24. undefined Season 1 Episode 327 - Pride of the Kuchiki Family! Byakuya vs. Byakuya!
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    S1:E327

    Captains Sajin Komamura, Byakuya Kuchiki, and Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto continue their battles with the Reigai.

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    Writer:Masahiro Okubo

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  25. undefined Season 1 Episode 331 - For the Sake of Fighting! The Awakened Nozomi!
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    S1:E331

    Nozomi Kujō trains with Ichigo Kurosaki and the others while the Reigai assault the Human World once again.

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Masahiro Okubo Ratings Summary

"He's Bad News" is the best rated episode written by Masahiro Okubo. It scored 10/10 based on 4 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 6/20/2021 and is rated 0.5 points higher than their second-best episode, "Delta".