What episode is "The Shinigami whom Ganju Met" in Bleach?
"The Shinigami whom Ganju Met" is episode 40 of Bleach.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readFollowing intense battles, Ichigo and his allies receive urgent medical attention, while tensions rise as Ganju confronts powerful figures over misunderstandings and loyalty.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersKenpachi falls down beside Ichigo in defeat, and Yachiru takes him away for medical treatment. Yoruichi also retrieves Ichigo for medical treatment. Meanwhile, Ganju and Hanatarou arrive at Rukia's cell, but Ganju becomes infuriated because he believes Rukia was the killer of his brother, Kaien Shiba. However, in the end, Byakuya arrives, and Ganju decides to fight him despite the vast difference in their powers. Soul Society: The Sneak Entry arc: (20/21)
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "The Shinigami whom Ganju Met" canon or filler?
"The Shinigami whom Ganju Met" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "The Shinigami whom Ganju Met" part of?
"The Shinigami whom Ganju Met" is part of the Soul Society Arc.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
18Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Ichigo Kurosaki main 
Rukia Kuchiki main 
Byakuya Kuchiki supporting 
Genryusai Yamamoto supporting 
Hiyori Sarugaki supporting 
Ikkaku Madarame supporting 
Jushiro Ukitake supporting 
Kenpachi Zaraki supporting 
Kisuke Urahara supporting 
Kon supporting 
Mayuri Kurotsuchi supporting 
Nanao Ise supporting Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck supporting Orihime Inoue supporting 
Rangiku Matsumoto supporting Renji Abarai supporting 
Retsu Unohana supporting Sajin Komamura supporting Related Movies
4Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
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Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion 2007 
Bleach: Fade to Black 2008 
Bleach: The Hell Verse 2010