Filler Bleach episodes: full list of filler and mixed filler episodes

Intro

Bleach is a manga created by Tite Kubo published in Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine in Japan from August 7, 2001 to August 22, 2016, for a total of 686 chapters, which were then collected into 74 volumes by Shūeisha Publishing House.

An anime TV series based on the manga was also broadcast, produced by Pierrot and directed by Noriyuki Abe, which aired on TV Tokyo from October 5, 2004 to March 27, 2012, for a total of 366 episodes divided into 16 seasons.

Plot

Ichigo is a boy who can see ghosts. His family includes two sisters with powers similar to his and a skeptical and somewhat unhinged father. One day, he finds himself involved in a supernatural accident and, thanks to his powers, he is the only one who understands what is really happening.

The disturbances of the last days are caused by creatures called Hollow, who hunt and devour the souls of ghosts and spiritually minded people. The Hollow are faced by shinigami, deities of death who are also invisible to ordinary people and are tasked with giving peace to souls trapped on Earth.

Because of his supernatural powers, Ichigo soon becomes a prey to the Hollow and, in an attempt to save his family, becomes a shinigami himself.

Filler and Mixed Filler and Canonical, what is the difference?

Filler episodes are defined as those episodes of an anime that are completely filler and devoid of plot, thus non-canonical. In many anime these types of episodes are inserted for the purpose of lengthening the series, especially if it is successful, see Filler One piece episodes o Naruto Shippuden Filler Episodes

Mixed filler episodes, on the other hand, are defined as episodes that within them have both filler elements and canonical parts that are important to the plot. Therefore, it is recommended not to skip them, as they are often crucial to the story

The must-see episodes, on the other hand, are the canonical ones, i.e., those that contain important plot nodes, twists , or explanations

Full list of Bleach Filler Episodes

Here is the complete list of Bleach filler and mixed filler episodes, divided by sagas, with a small plot synopsis of each story arc.

Saga of the Substitute Shinigami (1 – 20)

Plot

Young Ichigo is a high school student capable of seeing the spirits of ghosts, a unique characteristic. He lives his days coyly but helping these spirits, until one of them comes to his house, convinced that he is unseen.

The spirit is actually a shinigami, a death god named Rukia Kuchiki. The girl is in search of a hollow, a spirit that has become evil and absolutely must be defeated.

Canonical episodes

  • 1 The day I became a Shinigami
  • 2 The work of the Shinigami
  • 3 Big brother’s desire, little sister’s desire
  • 4 The cursed parakeet
  • 5 Hit the invisible enemy!
  • 6 Lethal clash! Ichigo vs Ichigo
  • 7 Kon-gratulations from a stuffed animal
  • 8 June 17, memories in the rain
  • 9 Unbeatable enemy
  • 10 Unexpected raids on haunted places
  • 11 The Legendary Quincy
  • 12 A gentle right
  • 13 The Flower and the Hollow
  • 14 Fight to the death, back to back!
  • 15 Kon’s grand plan
  • 16 Renji Abarai appears!
  • 17 Ichigo dies!
  • 18 Regain the power of Shinigami!
  • 19 Ichigo becomes a Hollow!
  • 20 The Shadow of Gin Ichimaru

Soul Society saga: infiltration (21 – 41)

Plot

The conclusion of Bleach ‘s Substitute Shinigami Saga led to Ichigo ‘s power up and preparations for the Soul Society incursion.

The second saga of Tite Kubo ‘s work is precisely “Soul Society: the Infiltration,” and it is the first part of the protagonists’ adventure in theother world.

Canonical episodes

  • 21 Entry into the world of Shinigami!
  • 22 The man who hates Shinigami
  • 23 Fourteen days to the execution of Rukia
  • 24 The gathering of the thirteen companies
  • 25 Direct breakthrough with a giant cannon!
  • 26 Training! The worst match
  • 28 Orihime under attack
  • 29 Break through the encirclement of the Shinigami!
  • 30 Renji’s Challenge
  • 31 Willingness to kill
  • 34 A tragedy at dawn
  • 35 Aizen assassinated! Darkness is approaching
  • 36 The arrival of Kenpachi Zaraki!
  • 37 The reasons for a fist
  • 38 A desperate situation! Zangetsu breaks down
  • 39 The immortal man
  • 40 The Shinigami as Seen by Ganju
  • 41 Ichigo and Rukia reunited

Filler episodes

  • 33 Miracle! A mysterious new hero!

Mixed filler episodes

  • 27 Release the lethal blow!
  • 32 The star and the stray dog

Soul Society saga: the rescue (42 – 63)

Plot

The shinigami are in chaos, with several clashes between the various divisions. There is Toshiro Hitsugaya accusing Gin Ichimaru of Aizen‘s death, while Zaraki rescues Ichigo ‘s allies but is then stopped by Komamura and Tosen, with the latter being defeated despite the use of bankai.

Renji tries to save Rukia, but is stopped by Byakuya. The execution begins, but everything is stopped by Ichigo‘s return. Facing the protagonist is Byakuya himself, and the two begin a fierce confrontation where they both use bankai.

Canonical episodes

  • 42 The dance of Yoruichi, the goddess of lightning
  • 43 The Vile Shinigami
  • 44 Ishida, push your power to the limit!
  • 45 Cross the line!
  • 47 The Avengers
  • 48 The howling of Hitsugaya
  • 49 Rukia’s Nightmare
  • 51 The morning of the execution
  • 52 Renji swears by his own soul! Deadly clash against Byakuya
  • 53 Gin Ichimaru’s temptation and broken resolutions.
  • 54 An oath to be fulfilled! Let’s take Rukia back!
  • 55 The strongest Shinigami! Decisive clash between master and pupils!
  • 56 Supersonic battle to decide the true goddess of war!
  • 57 Senbonzakura shatters! Zangetsu pierces the skies!
  • 58 The release of the black blade, the miraculous power
  • 59 Conclusion of the deadly clash!
  • 60 Despair becomes real, the assassin’s blade falls
  • 61 Aizen rises! His tremendous ambitions revealed
  • 62 Assembly. The most powerful group of Shinigami
  • 63 Rukia’s determination and Ichigo’s feelings

Filler episodes

  • 50 The return of the lion

Mixed filler episodes

  • 46 Historical chronicles! The school for Shinigami

Saga of the Bounts (64 – 91)

Plot

I Bount also known as Bounto or Bound, are a group present only in the filler episodes of the animated version of Bleach, were artificially created in the Soul Society long before the time of the main plot: they are in fact the result of a failed science experiment, which was aimed at the pursuit of eternal life. The person in charge of the experiment was Ran’Tao, a Shinigami of the science and technology division.

This saga is completely filler and can be skipped; everything you need to know about this story arc is written above.

Filler episodes

  • 64 It’s back to school and Renji is in the human world!
  • 65 Creeping terror, the second victim
  • 66 Overcome the trap lurking in the maze!
  • 67 The deadly game and the disappearance of classmates
  • 68 The true identity of demons and the secret revealed
  • 69 The Bounts, soul hunters
  • 70 The return of Rukia! The replacement team is reborn!
  • 71 The moment of confrontation! A malevolent hand grazes the Quincy
  • 72 The onslaught of water! Escape from isolated hospital
  • 73 Gathering at the auspicious place! The real man goes into action
  • 74 The memories of the immortal clan
  • 75 The earthquake in the 11th Company and the return of a Shinigami to the scene.
  • 76 Clash of power! Fried v. Zangetsu
  • 77 Unquenchable resentment! The Shinigami killed by Kenpachi
  • 78 Shocking truths for the Gotei 13! The truth buried in history
  • 79 Yoshino prepares for death
  • 80 The onslaught of a formidable enemy! The last tiny line of defense!
  • 81 Hitsugaya makes his move in the city under attack!
  • 82 Ichigo vs Dalk! Here comes the white darkness
  • 83 The gray shadow, the secret of the Dolls.
  • 84 The dissolution of the replacement team! Rukia’s betrayal
  • 85 Battle in tears! Rukia v. Orihime
  • 86 Rangiku’s dance! Take down the invisible enemy
  • 87 Byakuya is summoned, Gotei 13 takes action!
  • 88 The lieutenants routed! Trap in the underground cave!
  • 89 Rematch! Ishida vs. Nemu
  • 90 The Bankai of the Soul of Renji Abarai!
  • 91 Shinigami and Quincy, power reborn

Saga of the Bount: assault on the Soul Society (92-109)

Plot

continuation of the Bount saga , which is also completely filler, except for the last episode that relates back to the main plot.

Filler episodes

  • 92 Entry into the world of Shinigami, again!
  • 93 The Bount attack! Devastating earthquake in the Gotei 13
  • 94 The resolution of Hitsugaya! Clash is approaching
  • 95 Byakuya takes the field! The dance of the cherry blossoms in the wind
  • 96 Ichigo, Byakuya and Kariya, the battle of the three extremes!
  • 97 Hitsugaya takes the field! Shoot down the enemy in the forest
  • 98 Violent battle! Kenpachi Zaraki vs. Maki Ichinose
  • 99 Shinigami vs. shinigami, a power out of control!
  • 100 Sui Feng’s death? The end of secret mobile units
  • 101 Bankai of Mayuri! Clash with the diabolical Sawatari!
  • 102 The Last Quincy! Explosive power
  • 103 Ishida, crosses all limits and attacks!
  • 104 Tenth Company fights back! Hyorinmaru goes wild
  • 105 Kariya and the countdown to the explosion!
  • 106 Life and revenge! Ishida’s extreme choice
  • 107 The dropped blade and the moment of destruction
  • 108 The lament of the Bounts and the final confrontation

Mixed filler episodes

  • 109 Ichigo and Rukia’s feelings upon returning to normalcy

Arrancar saga: appearance (110 – 131)

Plot

Ichigo and the others resume a quiet life, at least on the surface. In fact, the protagonist must improve himself and learn to control his powers, especially hollow powers.

Helping him will be Shinji Hirako, one of the Vizard, shinigami who can use hollow powers to become stronger. Almost simultaneously, there is the first Arrancar invasion in Bleach: the arrival of Ulquiorra and Yammi in Karakura wreaks havoc

Canonical episodes

  • 110 Substitute Shinigami is back in business! A terrifying new student
  • 111 Overwhelming! The true nature of fathers
  • 112 War begins; masked troops and broken masks
  • 113 Prelude to the apocalypse, the Arrancar invasion!
  • 114 Reunited: Ichigo, Rukia and the Shinigami
  • 115 Special mission! Shinigami arrives
  • 116 Evil eyes, Aizen returns
  • 117 Rukia’s confrontation begins! A white chilling blade
  • 118 The Bankai of Ikkaku, the power of absolute destruction!
  • 119 Secret chronicles of Zaraki’s company! Men kissed by fortune
  • 120 Hitsugaya ends in pieces! Hyorinmaru shattered
  • 121 Violent clash! The protectors against the sufferers
  • 122 The Vizard, the power of the awakened.
  • 123 Ichigo’s transformation into Hollow is complete!
  • 124 Clash! Bankai Black and Bankai White
  • 125 Urgent communiqué! Aizen’s frightening plan!
  • 126 Uryu v. Ryuken! Quincy clash
  • 127 Urahara’s decision, Orihime’s feelings.

Filler episodes

  • 128 Nightmarish Arrancar! Hitsugaya’s team takes the field
  • 129 The apostle of the waning darkness! A nightmare without end
  • 130 Invisible enemy! Hitsugaya’s ruthless decision
  • 131 Rangiku’s tears, the painful goodbye between brother and sister

Mixed filler episodes

  • 111 Overwhelming! The true nature of fathers
  • 116 Evil eyes, Aizen returns
  • 119 Secret chronicles of Zaraki’s company! Men kissed by fortune

Saga of the Hueco Mundo infiltration (132 – 151)

Plot

After the Arrancar saga, it is the turn of the Hueco Mundo saga, with Ichigo Kurosaki and the other boys rescuing Inoue Orihime, who has been kidnapped by Sosuke Aizen. This saga is, as the name implies, completely set in the desolate and perpetually nocturnal hollow realm.

Canonical episodes

  • 138 Lo Hueco Mundo is back in charge! Hitsugaya vs. Yammy
  • 139 Ichigo vs. Grimmjow, the eleven-second battle!
  • 140 The plans of Ulquiorra at sunset
  • 142 Peremptory order! Forbidden to rescue Orihime Inoue!
  • 144 Ishida, Chad and the birth of a new power
  • 145 The gathering of the Arrancar! The Royal Council of Aizen
  • 150 We swear it! We will come back here alive!
  • 151 Violent storm! The meeting with the dancing Arrancar

Filler episodes

  • 132 Karin, Hitsugaya, and the soccer ball
  • 133 Ikkaku’s fiery history of kendo
  • 134 Yumichika, the beautiful pastry chef
  • 135 Kon’s deception! Rangiku on alert
  • 136 Insurrection in the Hueco Mundo! Ulquiorra’s death!
  • 137 A battle dictated by malice, Aizen’s trap
  • 147 The Forest of the Menos! In search of Rukia
  • 148 Ashido, the Shinigami who came from the past
  • 149 The collapsing forest and the multitude of Menos.

Mixed filler episodes

  • 141 Farewell, Kurosaki
  • 143 Grimmjow rises again
  • 146 A mysterious Arrancar arrives on the scene, his name is Nel!

Saga of the Arrancar: the battle (152 – 167)

Plot

Very important saga for the Arrancar-centered plot, which is related to the Arrancar appearance saga.

Canonical episodes

  • 152 Ichigo counterattacks! This is my Bankai!
  • 153 An unholy quest! Szayelaporro’s plan
  • 154 Rukia and Kaien, a painful encounter
  • 155 Rukia’s counterattack! A desperate kido
  • 157 Ishida’s trump card. Seeleschneider
  • 158 The right arm of the giant and the left arm of the devil
  • 159 Yasutora Sado’s death and Orihime’s tears
  • 162 Szayelaporro laughs! The trap for Renji is completed Ishida.
  • 163 Shinigami and Quincy, a mad battle
  • 164 Ishida’s plan, attack and defense in twenty seconds
  • 165 Murderous intentions seething! Grimmjowmjow’s joy.
  • 166 Clash of extreme efforts! Ichigo Hollow!
  • 167 The decisive moment, the end of Grimmjow

Mixed filler episodes

  • 156 Ishida and Peaches, the combined attack of friendship
  • 160 Your last will and heart are here with me….
  • 161 The provocations of Ulquiorra, the cruel Arrancar

Saga of the New Captain Shūsuke Amagai (168 – 189)

Plot

One of the entirely filler sagas of the series, completely avoidable, there is nothing important for the plot to know about this story arc

Filler episodes

  • 168 A new captain arrives, his name is Shusuke Amagai!
  • 169 A new development! Dangerous students are moving in!
  • 170 Moonlight fight to the death, a mysterious killer
  • 171 Scarlet flowers in full bloom
  • 172 Kibune takes the field, a storm wind rages!
  • 173 The arrival of the evil one! Darkness in the Kasumioji household
  • 174 Break the boundary of the mirror! Ichigo imprisoned
  • 175 The vengeful killer, Ichigo is targeted!
  • 176 The mystery of the killers consumed by swords
  • 177 Rukia on the counterattack, the wild blade
  • 178 Nightmare shown, Ichigo inside the mirror
  • 179 Comparison! Amagai vs. Gotei 13
  • 180 The determination of the princess, a grieving bride
  • 181 Second company on the attack! Ichigo surrounded
  • 182 Amagai’s real strength, the release of Zanpakuto!
  • 183 The darkness is advancing! The true nature of Kibune
  • 184 Kira and Kibune, clash in the third company
  • 185 Ice and flame! The violent clash between Amagai and Hitsugaya
  • 186 Order of attack! Suppression of the Kasumioji clan
  • 187 The Wrath of Ichigo and the Killer’s Secret
  • 188 Duel! Amagai vs. Ichigo
  • 189 The pride of the fallen Shinigami

Saga of the Arrancar versus the Shinigami (190 – 205)

Plot

After the filler break, the story arc devoted to the Arrancars resumes.

Canonical episodes

  • 191 The frightening banquet of Szayelaporro’s theater.
  • 192 Nel’s secret. A curvy amazon takes the field!
  • 194 Nelliel’s past
  • 195 The ultimate combination! Peaches is serious
  • 196 The most powerful army of Shinigami takes the field!
  • 197 Byakuya’s Bankai, the silent wrath
  • 198 The two scientists and Mayuri’s trap.
  • 199 Holy rebirth, Szayelaporro resurrected
  • 200 Who has the strongest body? Take down Nnoitra!
  • 201 Nnoitra releases its power, multiplication of arms
  • 202 End of the confrontation! Who is the strongest?
  • 203 Gathering in Karakura! Aizen vs. the Shinigami

Mixed filler episodes

  • 190 Return to the Hueco Mundo!
  • 193 Impossible resistance, the puppet show of terror
  • 204 The persuasive strategy of seppuku devised by Ichigo
  • 205 What a heartbeat! Hollow’s full kemari tournament

Saga of the Past (206 – 214)

Plot

At the beginning of this long flashback, we will see a young Aizen in the guise of deputy commander of the Fifth Brigade, intent on informing his captain Shinji Hirako about preparations for the reception of the new commander of the Twelfth Division.

the canonical episodes of this saga are very important to know the backstory of some key characters.

Canonical episodes

  • 208 Aizen and the wonder boy
  • 210 Hiyori is in danger of death! The beginning of the tragedy
  • 211 Betrayal! Aizen the puppeteer
  • 212 Save Hirako! Aizen VS Urahara

Filler episodes

  • 213 The birth of Karakuraizer, the soul burial detective
  • 214 The Last Day of Karakuraizer

Mixed filler episodes

  • 206 The chapter of the past begins! The truth of 110 years earlier
  • 207 Kisuke Urahara, the new captain of the 12th Company
  • 209 Ninth Muguruma Company, on the march!

Saga of the decisive battle at Karakura (215 – 229)

Plot

This very important saga concludes the whole strand of story arcs starring Aizen, so the canonical episodes are all “must watches”

Canonical episodes

  • 215 Defend Karakura! The total deployment of the Shinigami
  • 216 The elite corps! The Four Shinigami
  • 217 Charlotte, the beautiful little devil
  • 218 Kira, a clash at the center of despair.
  • 219 Hisagi’s Shikai! His name is.
  • 220 Ikkaku defeated! The emergence of the Shinigami
  • 221 Field battle! Shinigami vs. Espada
  • 224 Three against one, Rangiku in trouble!
  • 225 All lieutenants down! The terrifying beast
  • 226 Is the battle drawing to a close? Toward new clashes!

Filler episodes

  • 227 Wonderful Error
  • 228 Summer! Sea. Swimsuits!
  • 229 Cry of the soul! Shinigami with a toupee is born

Mixed filler episodes

  • 222 Sui Feng and Omaeda, the most atrocious pairing!
  • 223 A miraculous body! The release of Ggio!

Zanpakutō alternative history saga (230 – 265)

Plot

Another totally filler saga, simply a giant “what if” story arc,which although fun to watch, has absolutely nothing to do with the main plot

Filler episodes

  • 230 A new enemy! The materialization of Zanpakuto!
  • 231 Byakuya, vanished with the cherry trees
  • 232 Sode no Shirayuki vs. Rukia! A troubled soul
  • 233 Zangetsu enemy
  • 234 Renji in shock! The two Zabimaru
  • 235 Violent clash! Hisagi vs. Kazeshini
  • 236 The release of the new Getsuga Tensho!
  • 237 Sui Feng, surround the Zanpakuto!
  • 238 Friendship or hate? Haineko and Tobiume
  • 239 Wake up, Hyorinmaru! Hitsugaya’s tough fight
  • 240 Byakuya the traitor
  • 241 For honor! Byakuya vs. Renji
  • 242 The general assault of Shinigami and Zanpakuto
  • 243 Face-to-face clash! Ichigo vs. Senbonzakura
  • 244 The long awaited return to the scene of Zaraki Kenpachi!
  • 245 In pursuit of Byakuya! Chaos among companies
  • 246 Special mission, release commander General Yamamoto!
  • 247 Shinigami deceived, the crisis threatening the world!
  • 248 Final clash! The ice dragon and the fire dragon!
  • 249 The Bankai of Senbonzakura! War in the human world!
  • 250 That man, for the Kuchiki clan.
  • 251 A dark history! The birth of the worst Shinigami
  • 252 Byakuya and the truth behind the betrayal
  • 253 Muramasa’s true identity revealed
  • 254 Byakuya and Renji, the Sixth Company returns
  • 255 The Strange Case of the Zanpakuto: Final
  • 256 Byakuya irate! The collapse of the Kuchiki
  • 257 A new enemy! The true identity of the Toju
  • 258 The lost snake and the suffering monkey.
  • 259 Terror! The monster lurking underground
  • 260 A showdown! Hisagi v. Kazeshini!
  • 261 A person of unknown power, Orihime in the crosshairs!
  • 262 The tragic Toju and the tears of Haineko
  • 263 Imprisonment! Senbonzakura and Zabimaru
  • 264 Battle between women?! Katen Kyokotsu vs. Nanao!
  • 265 Evolution! The threat of the last Toju!

Saga of the Arrancar: the Fall (266 – 316)

Plot

Another saga with canonical “must watch” episodes, apart from some filler spin-offs, as it concludes the Arrancar story arc.

Canonical episodes

  • 266 Ichigo vs. Ulquiorra, the return!
  • 269 Ichigo and Uryu back to back
  • 270 The beginning of despair. Ichigo, an unattainable blade
  • 271 Ichigo’s death and Orihime’s desperate cry
  • 272 Ichigo vs Ulquiorra: the conclusion!
  • 273 The fury of the shark! Harribel’s release
  • 275 The last breath is near! The ruler who rules death
  • 277 The clash ignites! Kyoraku v. Starrk!
  • 278 The return of a nightmare, the Espadas revived!
  • 279 Hirako and Aizen, a meeting of destiny!
  • 280 Hisagi and Tosen, the moment of farewell
  • 281 A crown of lies, Baraggan’s grudge.
  • 282 The power of the soul! Los Lobos, on the attack!
  • 283 Starrk, a lonely battle.
  • 284 A chain of sacrifices: Harribel’s past.
  • 286 The Return of Ichigo! Protecting Karakura
  • 289 Kenpachi vs. Byakuya! The clash begins!
  • 292 Total war! Aizen vs. the Shinigami
  • 293 The Wrath of Hitsugaya! The blade of hatred!
  • 294 Offensive impossible? Genryusai sealed!
  • 296 The shocking truth: the mysterious power concealed within Ichigo!
  • 297 The blade that stretches! Ichigo vs Gin!
  • 300 Urahara arrives! Stop Aizen!
  • 301 Ichigo loses his fighting spirit! Gin’s intentions!
  • 302 The last Getsuga Tensho! Ichigo’s training!
  • 306 For what I want to protect! Ichigo vs Tensa Zangetsu!
  • 307 Emergency! The further evolution of Aizen!
  • 308 Goodbye, Rangiku
  • 309 The end of the confrontation! Release the latest Getsuga Tensho!

Filler episodes

  • 287 Spinoff: Ichigo and the Magic Lamp
  • 298 The Shinigami film festival!
  • 299 Let’s celebrate the film release! Prologue of hell!
  • 303 New Year’s Special! Both in the spiritual and earthly worlds!
  • 304 A new spin-off! This time the enemy is a monster!
  • 305 Absurd fantasies!
  • 311 Karakuraizer, the soul burial detective, takes flight again!
  • 312 The investiture of the new captain of the second company!
  • 313 The man who dedicated his life to the 11th Company!
  • 314 Kon saw! The secret of the beautiful secretary!
  • 315 Yachiru’s friend! Enter the vigilante Shinigami!
  • 316 Toshiro Hitsugaya’s Holiday!

Mixed filler episodes

  • 267 Hearts in unison! The left fist is ready for death
  • 268 Hatred and jealousy: Orihime’s dilemma.
  • 274 Hitsugaya, the Hyoten Hyakkaso suicide!
  • 276 A single lethal blow: the Bankai of Sui Feng!
  • 285 Centennial resentment! Hiyori’s Revenge
  • 288 The ultimate trump card! Ichigo towards the final confrontation
  • 290 The man who betrayed the Shinigami to pursue justice
  • 291 Desperate clash with Aizen! The Release of Hirako’s Shikai
  • 295 Everything was a trap… manipulated links!
  • 310 Ichigo’s resolve! The price of the fierce battle

Saga of the Invading Army of the Thirteen Brigades (317 – 342)

Plot

The plot centers on the clash between Ichigo Kurosaki, his friends, and the Shinigami against the scientist Inaba Kageroza who has created copies of all the officers of the thirteen Brigades.

this saga is also a spin-off so no episode is essential to the plot except for the last one , which relates back to the main plot

Filler episodes

  • 317 Anomalies in the Seireitei? The invading army of the Gotei 13!
  • 318 Renji vs. Rukia! Battle between comrades!
  • 319 The net to catch Ichigo! Escape from the Soul Society!
  • 320 The Gotei 13 gathers in the earthly world.
  • 321 Duel against himself. Ikkaku vs Ikkaku!
  • 322 Rukia v. Rukia!
  • 323 Ichigo, protect Nozomi’s determination!
  • 324 Retrieve the Seireitei! Captains, in action!
  • 325 For those who believe! Byakuya v. Hitsugaya!
  • 326 The Two Hinamori, Hitsugaya’s Resolution
  • 327 The pride of the Kuchiki household. Byakuya versus Byakuya!
  • 328 Defeat Kageroza! Shinigami in total war!
  • 329 The Forbidden Quest, Nozomi’s Secret
  • 330 I want to live! Nozomi’s Zanpakuto
  • 331 Awaken so you can fight, Nozomi!
  • 332 Appearing in the earthly world are the most evil Reigai!
  • 333 Eliminate Nozomi! Genryusai’s decision!
  • 334 Reiatsu vanishing! Ichigo’s Spiritual Clash
  • 335 Ambush in the Dangai? Another Ichigo!
  • 336 In pursuit of Kageroza! Infiltration into the research and development department!
  • 337 The inventor of modified souls
  • 338 Kon’s feelings and Nozomi’s feelings.
  • 339 Protect Ichigo! The bonds of friendship!
  • 340 Reigai vs. original, battle to the death for pride!
  • 341 Chapter of the invading army, conclusion!

Mixed filler episodes

  • 342 Thank you

Saga of the missing substitute Shinigami (344 – 366)

Plot

Last saga before detachment and resumption in 2022, so it is very important for the main plot.

The plot of this saga centers on the encounter between Ichigo Kurosaki and the Xcution organization, formed by Fullbringers who claim to want to help him recover his powers.

Canonical episodes

  • 344 A school dispute?! Ichigo and Uryu fight side by side!
  • 346 Kugo Ginjo, the Fullbringer
  • 347 A danger lurking for the Kurosaki family! Ichigo’s confusion!
  • 348 The power of the replacement badge, the pride of Ichigo!
  • 349 The evil clutches aim at the next target, Orihime!
  • 350 The man who killed the substitute Shinigami! Tsukishima moves
  • 352 Tsukishima’s assault interrupts training!
  • 353 Master the Fullbring, Ichigo!
  • 354 Ichigo vs. Kugo, the play space!
  • 356 Friend or foe? The true face of Ginjo!
  • 357 A threat looms–Tsukishima’s ability!
  • 358 The sudden assault on Ginjo!
  • 359 A sad battle! Ichigo versus Sado and Orihime!
  • 360 Ichigo vs. Uryu! Who is the traitor!
  • 361 Shot in the arm! Gotei 13 is coming!
  • 362 Return! The substitute Shinigami Ichigo Kurosaki!
  • 363 Fierce clash! Shinigami vs. Xcution!
  • 364 A desperate situation! Byakuya’s troubled memories
  • 365 Ichigo VS Ginjo! The secret of the Shinigami substitute badge
  • 366 Changing stories, unchanging hearts

Filler episodes

  • 355 The Shinigami come into action!

Mixed filler episodes

  • 343 Third year of high school! A new chapter with a new uniform!
  • 345 Uryu under attack! A threat approaches the group of friends
  • 351 Fullbring, the hated power!

Conclusions

In 2022 the new saga came out, which so far has no fillers and I recommend seeing it all. On the whole, Bleach, has a lot of fillers compared to other anime of its caliber, on the plus side, if you want to catch up on this series you can follow this guide and in not too many episodes you will have a complete picture of the plot, characters and backstory.