Bleach

Bleach delivers non-stop supernatural action as it explores the dual life of Ichigo Kurosaki—a teen gifted with Soul Reaper powers. With intense battles and a deep spiritual realm, it’s a cornerstone of shonen anime. Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions with One Piece, a show you won’t want to miss.

Anime Info

• Studio: Studio Pierrot
• Format: TV Series
• Episodes: 366
• Episode Duration: 24 minutes
• Aired: October 5, 2004 – March 27, 2012
• Season: Fall 2004
• Source: Manga
• Average Score: 80%
• Rating: PG-13

Synopsis

After a fateful encounter with Rukia Kuchiki, high schooler Ichigo becomes a Soul Reaper. Tasked with guiding spirits and vanquishing monstrous Hollows, Ichigo finds himself entangled in battles that reach far beyond the human world.

Creator

Tite Kubo

Voice Cast

Character	Japanese VA	English VA
Ichigo Kurosaki	Masakazu Morita	Johnny Yong Bosch
Rukia Kuchiki	Fumiko Orikasa	Michelle Ruff
Orihime Inoue	Yuki Matsuoka	Stephanie Sheh
Chad (Sado Yasutora)	Hiroki Yasumoto	Jamieson Price
Kenpachi Zaraki	Fumihiko Tachiki	David Lodge
Urahara Kisuke	Shinichiro Miki	Michael Lindsay

Why You Should Watch Bleach

If you’re into swordplay, spiritual themes, and dramatic power-ups, Bleach delivers in spades. Its massive cast and layered factions make for thrilling conflicts with long-term payoffs.

For a full overview of Bleach’s return and cultural relevance, check out this Crunchyroll News article.

Published on April 18, 2025