Episode 1
You Can Never Pause at the Perfect Time
24m9.0 / 10
Gin finds a strange clock and accidentally breaks it, causing all time in the universe to come to a stop.
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Directed by Ai YoshimuraWritten by Deko Akao
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Gintama
2006TV-1411 seasons8.1 / 10
We're Odd Jobs Gin!
In a world where aliens have invaded Edo Period Japan, skyscrapers, trains and motor bikes have replaced the simple life of Earth inhabitants. One man however, still carries the soul of a samurai, Gintoki Sakata, otherwise known as Yorozuya Gin-san. As reckless as he is, Gintoki carries his own resolve and is ready to take on any challenge with his fellow companions.
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Synopsis
In a world where aliens have invaded Edo Period Japan, skyscrapers, trains and motor bikes have replaced the simple life of Earth inhabitants. One man however, still carries the soul of a samurai, Gintoki Sakata, otherwise known as Yorozuya Gin-san. As reckless as he is, Gintoki carries his own resolve and is ready to take on any challenge with his fellow companions.
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Episode 2
Even a Matsui Stick Can't Handle Some Kinds of Dirt
24m8.5 / 10
Odd Jobs continue to try and fix the Universal Clock, with little success.
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Directed by Kei UmabikiWritten by Deko Akao
Episode 3
An Inspector's Love Begins With an Inspection
24m9.0 / 10
Yamazaki is on the verge of breaking down after staking out Odd Jobs' place for days on end. Tama offers some words of encouragement at just the right moment. Unfortunately, Yamazaki's new found affection for Tama soon turns into full-blown stalking. Concerned, the Shinsengumi send Okita to help fix things...
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Directed by Yasuhiro MinamiWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 4
Forget Dates, Remember People / You Can Hide Your Porn Mags, But You Can't Hide Your ***
24m9.0 / 10
Part 1 - Tsukuyo attempts to give Seita history lessons, but he refuses to take it seriously. Gintoki attempts to help, but his version of events may not be very accurate. Part 2 - Shinpachi runs into Gintoki whilst attempting to smuggle "Ho Love-ru" manga. The pair discuss how best to hide them from his sister.
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Directed by Shuji MiyaharaWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 5
A Mirror Provides a Frozen Reflection of Both Your Beautiful and Ugly Sides / Nobody Likes the Photo on Their License
24m9.0 / 10
Part 1 - Sacchan finds a new stalking spot in Odd Job's building, but witnesses some unexpected things as the gang go about their morning rituals! Part 2 - Yamazaki is fed up with being labelled as boring at work and tries to get a ninja license.
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Directed by Yukihiko AsakiWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 6
Arriving Late to a Reunion Makes it Hard to Enter
24m8.5 / 10
Gin is tricked into turning up to a reunion party with Katsura and Sakamoto. The two are unhappy with their lack of screen time and are determined to start a flashback arc, but they then get sidetracked trying to figure out the identity of a supposed fifth hero who supported them from the sidelines.
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Directed by Tatsuma MinamikawaWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 7
A Reunion Also Brings to the Surface Things You Don't Want to Remember
24m9.0 / 10
Gin and co finally remember the phantom fifth member, Kurokono Tasuke. They also remember blowing him up by accident! Could it be that this reunion was arranged by Kurokono's vengeful spirit?
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Directed by Yasuhiro MinamiWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 8
When Compared to Time in the Heavens, Fifty Years of Human Life Resembles Naught but Dreams and Lottery Tickets
24m9.2 / 10
Whilst buying his cigarettes, Hijikata is persuaded to take a lottery ticket someone left behind. Against all the odds, it's the jackpot winner! Hijikata becomes paranoid that somebody knows he has the ticket and then bumps into the last person he wants to see!
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Directed by Hikaru YamaguchiWritten by Deko Akao
Episode 9
Guys With Big Nostrils Also Have Big Imaginations / You Never Accept a New Sentai Series at the Start, But By the Final Episode, You Don't Want It to End
24m8.5 / 10
Part 1 - Odd Jobs discuss ways to advertise themselves to attract new customers. Part 2 - Now that the previous four Devas have retired, the new leaders try to think of ways to make the Kabuki District less intimidating after being ranked the "least desirable place to live".
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Directed by Hirofumi OguraWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 10
9 + 1 = Yagyu Jyubei
24m9.0 / 10
Chaos ensues in the Kabuki district after a fanatical cult swaps everyone's genders around.
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Directed by Yasuaki FujiiWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 11
Calories Come Back to Bite You Just When You've Forgotten About Them
24m9.0 / 10
Odd Jobs and the Shinsengumi (F) team up to overthrow the cult, but Kyubei starts to question whether he/she wants to turn back into a woman.
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Directed by Shuji MiyaharaWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 12
10 - 1 =
24m9.0 / 10
The gang break into the cult's headquarters but the leaders have already escaped. Faced with the possibility of never changing back, everyone must now adjust to their new genders.
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Directed by Tomoaki KoshidaWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 13
All Mothers Pack Too Much Food Into a Lunch Box and Ruin the Shape
24m9.0 / 10
Concerned that Seita doesn't seem to be making friends at temple school, Hinowa and Tsukuyo, believing the problem to lie with his lunch box, attempt to fix the problem but only seem to make it worse.
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Written by Masaki Tachihara, Kei Umabiki
Episode 14
The Reaper by Day and the Reaper by Night
24m7.0 / 10
Recently, there has been a bizarre string of murders around town. The victims have all been killed the same way, with their heads virtually severed, bar a small strand of flesh. Gintoki, whilst stumbling home drunk, encounters what appears to be a reaper who asks him to help with their ritual suicide. He will soon discover just how the two are related.
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Directed by Yasuhiro MinamiWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 15
Human or Demon?
24m9.0 / 10
After revealing that his name was among the criminals sentenced to be executed, Yaemon blackmails Gin into smuggling Asaemon to safety. Meanwhile, Hijikata and Okita follow up their own leads on the reaper, uncovering a greater conspiracy in the process.
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Directed by Shunichi YoshizawaWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 16
Farewell, Reaper
24m9.0 / 10
Asaemon confronts Yaemon, but after he reveals that it was Gintoki who was the reason for her father's death, her resolve waivers. Will her blade strike Yaemon or Gintoki?
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Directed by Hikaru YamaguchiWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 17
A Phoenix Rises from the Ashes Over and Over
24m9.0 / 10
Hasegawa come to Odd Jobs looking for new ghost stories to scare kids in the park. Unfortunately, the scariest thing about these stories might be the copyright laws they're breaking!
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Directed by Chika NagaokaWritten by Masaki Tachihara
Episode 18
Amen
24m9.0 / 10
Gintoki notices that many drunken patrons of Otose's bar are confessing their sins to Tama and decides to take advantage of that by opening a confessional and taking a cut of the fees. Many of the confessions seem to mention a certain worthless boss who sounds very familiar!
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Directed by Tomoaki KoshidaWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 19
Being a Leader is Tough
24m9.0 / 10
After the previous episode's escapades, Katsura finds the unconscious Shigeshige and takes him back to the Joi Rebels hideout. Shigeshige has lost his memories of being the Shogun, but everyone but Katsura recognizes him straight away! Katsura, seeing potential in Shigeshige as a natural-born leader, attempts to teach him the qualities of leadership, but ends up being one-upped by him!
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Directed by Yasuhiro MinamiWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 20
Love is a Roach Motel
24m9.0 / 10
After inviting Otae to the festival and being rejected, Kondo rampages around, taking his frustrations out on happy couples there. In an effort to hide the fact that the one making the scene is the Shinsengumi chief, Sougo and Hijikata convince him to wear a disguise. A short while later, Kondo runs into Otae, who doesn't seem to recognize him in his cockroach mask.
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Directed by Shouji IkenoWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 21
A Sizzle Summer / A Nothing Summer 2015
24m9.5 / 10
Part 1 - After being told by Gin and Shinpachi that part of the joy of eating watermelons is the "drama" that comes with them, Kagura and Princess Soyo decide to raise the stakes. Part 2 - Summer break is almost over and Seita has not done his homework! He goes to Odd Jobs for help but as usual gets more than he bargained for!
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Directed by Yasuaki FujiiWritten by Deko Akao
Episode 22
He's the Sweet Tooth, and I'm the Mayo Guy
24m8.5 / 10
After getting hit by a truck, Gin and Hijikata mysteriously switch bodies. Now they must adapt to living each other's lives while trying to find a way to switch back.
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Directed by Hikaru YamaguchiWritten by Deko Akao
Episode 23
I'm a Failure as a Leader, and He's Also a Failure as a Leader
24m8.5 / 10
Gin and Hijikata find Gengai, who's newest invention is responsible for their body swapping. He tries to reverse the process but it doesn't work as something is missing. Gin remembers that part of his soul ended up in a dead cat which they must now find. Unfortunately, the Shinsengumi, with their new found freedom, and Odd Jobs, with their new strict codes, seem intent on getting in their way.
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Directed by Kazuo MiyakeWritten by Deko Akao
Episode 24
I'm Odd Jobs, and He's Shinsengumi
24m9.0 / 10
Gin and Hijikata manage to track down the cat with part of Gin's soul in it, which is being looked after by Otae. Attempts to capture it are complicated when the rest of the gang turn up and have also swapped bodies!
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Directed by Chika NagaokaWritten by Deko Akao
Episode 25
Always Leave Enough Room for Fifty Million in Your Bag
24m9.5 / 10
Mutsu recalls to Gin how she and Sakamoto first became acquainted.
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Directed by migmiWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 26
Always Leave Enough Room for Pebbles in Your Bag
24m9.5 / 10
Sakamoto has been kidnapped by the pirates they double-crossed in the past! Now, it's up to Mutsu and Gin to rescue him.
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Directed by Yasuhiro MinamiWritten by Shu MatsubaraGuest stars Akeno Watanabe, Shinji Kawada, Yuuko Ueda, Yuichi Karasuma, Rei Yamahata, Yoshihito Sasaki
Episode 27
Style Goes Out of Fashion the Moment It's Put Into Words / There Are Two Types of People In This World: Those Who Yell Out Their Attack Names, and Those Who Don't
24m8.5 / 10
Part 1 - The Odd Jobs trio try out different outfits and styles, with disastrous consequences. Part 2 - Facing a disinterested group of old bums at their Dojo, Shinpachi asks the others for help in motivating them. They discover a scroll left behind by his dad containing a secret ultimate move.
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Directed by Yasuhiro Kimura, Tatsuma MinamikawaWritten by Masaki Tachihara
Episode 28
The Two Apes
24m8.5 / 10
Whilst out "patrolling" Tae's house, Kondo encounters a notorious thief known as Ape Boy. Sensing his Gorilla-like strength and agility, Ape Boy asks Kondo to become his disciple.
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Directed by Shouji IkenoWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 29
Afros of Life and Death
24m8.5 / 10
Katsura attempts to infiltrate the Shinsengumi wearing an afro as a disguise. He gets more than he bargained for when he is assigned to the squad of another Afro-wearer with some serious social issues!
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Directed by Chika NagaokaWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 30
Afuro and Wolfro
24m8.5 / 10
Zura, having successfully infiltrated the Shinsengumi, now attempts to get rid of Wolfro, deeming him a threat.
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Directed by Tomoaki KoshidaWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 31
Take the Initial Premise Lightly, and It'll Cost You
24m9.7 / 10
Whilst on a job tailing someone in the blistering summer heat, Gin steals Kagura's parasol, forgetting that the Yato are weak against sunlight. Kagura falls ill and is taken to the hospital.
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Directed by Taro KuboWritten by Masaki Tachihara
Episode 32
Keep Your Farewells Short
24m9.7 / 10
Kagura's ruse has gone too far! After faking her illness things take a turn for the worse as everyone assumes she is dying. Even Soyo turns up and ends up planning a state funeral for her. It looks like it's too late for Kagura to correct the misunderstanding now!
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Directed by Eri OsadaWritten by Masaki Tachihara
Episode 33
One Editor Is Enough / The G-Pen Is Capricious and the Maru Pen Is Stubborn
24m8.5 / 10
Part 1 - After faking a stomachache to work on his Manga in peace in the infirmary, Shachi's work is discovered by the nurse there, who likes it a lot! Shachi wants to try asking her out but doesn't know how to. Gin suggests he do it through his Manga. Part 2 - Gin and Shachi finally get a chance to debut in Jump, however they only have one night to finish their manuscript! Gin finds some assistants to help. Will they finish in time?
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Directed by Yasuhiro MinamiWritten by Masaki Tachihara, Deko Akao
Episode 34
Strike When the Sword and Overlord are Hot / Oil Rain
24m8.7 / 10
Part 1 - Tetsuko leaves Odd Jobs in charge of her store while she looks for rare materials. It doesn't take long before some strange characters appear asking for various legendary swords to be fixed. Part 2 - Tama befriends an cigarette vending machine that has become unreliable due to its age. Over time, the two become closer, but their happy days may be numbered.
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Directed by Yasuaki Fujii, Hikaru YamaguchiWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 35
Shoguns of Light and Shadow
24m9.0 / 10
After the Shogun nearly falls victim to an assassination attempt by unknown forces, a plan is put into motion to help him escape Edo. Several diversions, each with body doubles set off in different directions, guarded by those loyal to Shigeshige. However the loyalty of some remains uncertain...
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Directed by Matsuo AsamiWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 36
Ninja Village
24m9.0 / 10
Zenzou and the Iga clan have betrayed the Shogun! Their forces are ambushed from all sides as forces loyal to the shogun desperately fight back.
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Directed by Tatsufumi ItohWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 37
Ninja Soul
24m9.0 / 10
After it becomes clear that the Iga clan didn't actually betray the Shogun, Gin and co are taken to their village and learn the truth about the Shogun's deep involvement with the clan in the past.
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Directed by Kazuo MiyakeWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 38
And Then There Were Five
24m9.3 / 10
As Sarutobi attempts to rescue the critically wounded Zenzou, Odd Jobs, Hijikata and Kondou desparately fight back against the ruthless Yato clan, trying to get the Shogun to safety. Meanwhile, Takasugi seeks out Gintoki to end things once and for all.
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Directed by migmiWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 39
Those Who Protect Against All Odds
24m9.3 / 10
Past histories are finally confronted for Gintoki and Kagura as they face off against Takasugi and Kamui.
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Directed by Tomoaki Koshida, Darren Watkins Jr.Written by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 40
Sworn Enemy
24m9.7 / 10
As Gintoki and Takasugi continue their frenzied fight, the past they shared together with Katsura is revealed, as well as the fate of their teacher, Shouyou. This is also known as the greatest episode ever made.
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Directed by Shouji Ikeno, Darren Watkins Jr.Written by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 41
The Crows Caw After the Battle Ends
24m9.7 / 10
As various conflicts draw to their conclusions, the Tendoshu swoop in to finish off the survivors.
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Directed by Yasuhiro MinamiWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 42
Farewell, Buddy
24m9.5 / 10
With the battle over, the survivors each go their separate ways. With Nobunobu appointed the new Shogun, Shigeshige and his retainers retreat to Kyo to regroup. For those left in Edo, there may be dark times ahead.
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Directed by Taro KuboWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 43
The Day the Demon Cried
24m9.0 / 10
Following Shigeshige's assassination, the new Shogun, Nobunobu begins a purge of the old guard. Matsudaira and Kondo are blamed for failing to prevent the assassination and sentenced to be beheaded and the Shingengumi are disbanded. Lost and without a leader, they must now decide what to do next.
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Directed by Chika NagaokaWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 44
Heroes Always Arrive Fashionably Late
24m9.0 / 10
Gin and Hijikata are drinking away their sorrows when Nobunobu and the Mimawarigumi storm the place. Nobunobu, not satisfied with having crushed Shigeshige and thei Shinsengumi attempts to antagonize Hijikata. Suddenly, an unexpected ally arrives.
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Directed by Hikaru YamaguchiWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 45
Lost and Found
24m9.0 / 10
Whilst Kondo And Katsura attempt to break out of prison, Hijikata must decide which path to walk.
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Directed by Kazuo MiyakeWritten by Taku Kishimoto
Episode 46
Prison Break
24m9.3 / 10
The Shinsengumi and Joi Rebels team up to rescue Kondo and Katsura from the prison island known as Kokujo, but things do not go to plan and they are soon ambushed by a familiar enemy.
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Directed by Matsuo AsamiWritten by Deko Akao, Taku Kishimoto
Episode 47
Stray Dogs
24m9.3 / 10
Odd Jobs and the Shinsengumi make land on the prison island, but to reach Kondo and Katsura they must content with the Tendoshu and the Mimawarigumi first.
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Directed by Yasuhiro MinamiWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 48
Undelivered Mail
24m9.0 / 10
Sasaki Isaburo's past with the Shinsengumi, Matsudaira, and Imai Nobume is finally revealed.
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Directed by Tatsufumi ItohWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 49
Karma
24m9.5 / 10
Things come to a head on Kokujo Island, as death itself descends upon the battlefield.
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Directed by Tomoaki KoshidaWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 50
Nobume
24m9.8 / 10
With everyone fighting to regroup and escape, Sasaki makes the same mistake one more time.
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Directed by migmiWritten by Shu Matsubara
Episode 51
Farewell Shinsengumi
24m9.5 / 10finale
The complete fallout of the events at Kokujo Island come to light and brings about farewells nobody thought they'd ever see.
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Directed by Hikaru YamaguchiWritten by Masaki Tachihara
Episode information updated Sep 16, 2026
More about Gintama
Cast
Tomokazu SugitaGintoki Sakata (voice)
Rie KugimiyaKagura (voice)
Daisuke SakaguchiShinpachi Shimura (voice)
Akira IshidaKotarou Katsura (voice)
Fumihiko TachikiTaizou Hasegawa (voice)
Kazuya NakaiToushirou Hijikata (voice)
Kenichi SuzumuraSougo Okita (voice)
Takehito KoyasuShinsuke Takasugi (voice)Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 367
- Original language
- Japanese
- Original title
- 銀魂
Networks & production
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Themes
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