What episode is "A Trip to the City" in Dragon Ball?
"A Trip to the City" is episode 43 of Dragon Ball.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readGoku journeys to West City searching for Bulma, navigating challenges including abduction and a fighting competition, ultimately finding guidance towards meeting her at a notable location for inventions.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersAfter spending a night in Snow's house one of the villagers helps Goku summon his Nimbus next morning. Goku reaches West City, but has no idea where to find Bulma. Nobody he meets has a clue. Goku does not have any money, but manages to win a lot in a street fighting competition. Along the way, Goku is abducted by a couple of thieving rogues, but they are far from a problem for him. Goku finds a policeman to direct him to Bulma's house which is the Capsule Corp where dyno caps were first invented.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "A Trip to the City" canon or filler?
"A Trip to the City" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "A Trip to the City" part of?
"A Trip to the City" is part of the Tournament Saga.
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
16Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Krillin main 
Piccolo main 
Son Gohan main 
Son Goku main 
Vegeta main 
Bulma supporting 
Chi-Chi supporting 
Chiaotzu supporting 
Emperor Pilaf supporting 
Mai supporting 
Master Roshi supporting 
Puar supporting 
Yamcha supporting 
King Piccolo antagonist Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
Dragon Ball Z: Bardock – The Father of Goku 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of Might 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks 1991 
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13! 1992 
Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound 1993