What episode is "Korin Tower" in Dragon Ball?
"Korin Tower" is episode 61 of Dragon Ball.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readGoku reaches the top of Korin Tower where he meets Korin, who tests Goku's determination by withholding the sacred water until proving his worth through perseverance.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersGoku eventually reaches the summit of Korin's tower. Goku is then met with Korin, who is not about to hand the sacred water to Goku. An assassin fails to kill Mercenary Tao as he heads to his usual luxurious hotel to take a boiling hot bath. Korin seems to be deceitful not letting Goku take the bottle of sacred water. After a long hard attempt trying to get the sacred water, Korin reveals that Master Roshi was the first to climb the tower and it took him three years to get the water.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Korin Tower" canon or filler?
"Korin Tower" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Korin Tower" part of?
"Korin Tower" 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