What episode is "Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia" in Bleach?
"Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia" is episode 41 of Bleach.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readIchigo learns new truths and allies prepare to defend friends as battles erupt, leading to confrontations that test their resolve and the intervention of key figures.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersAs Ichigo awakens, Yoruichi reveals that she is actually a woman. Afterwards, Yoruichi shows Ichigo a device that allowed her to fly, and Ichigo uses it to go save Ganju and Hanatarou. Meanwhile, Byakuya easily defeats Ganju with his shikai, but is then stopped by the thirteenth division captain, Juushirou Ukitake. Ichigo arrives and fights Byakuya. Before Byakuya can activate his shikai, Yoruichi stops him. Soul Society: The Sneak Entry arc: (21/21)
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia" canon or filler?
"Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia" part of?
"Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia" 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
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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: Fade to Black 2008 
Bleach: The Hell Verse 2010