Gintama'
Summary: After a one-year hiatus, Shinpachi Shimura returns to Edo, only to stumble upon a shocking surprise: Gintoki and Kagura, his fellow Yorozuya members, have become completely different characters! Fleeing from the Yorozuya headquarters in confusion, Shinpachi finds that all the denizens of Edo have undergone impossibly extreme changes, in both appearance and personality. Most unbelievably, his sister Otae has married the Shinsengumi chief and shameless stalker Isao Kondou and is pregnant with their first child.
Bewildered, Shinpachi agrees to join the Shinsengumi at Otae and Kondou's request and finds even more startling transformations afoot both in and out of the ranks of the the organization. However, discovering that Vice Chief Toushirou Hijikata has remained unchanged, Shinpachi and his unlikely Shinsengumi ally set out to return the city of Edo to how they remember it.
With even more dirty jokes, tongue-in-cheek parodies, and shameless references, Gintama' follows the Yorozuya team through more of their misadventures in the vibrant, alien-filled world of Edo.
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After a one-year hiatus, Shinpachi Shimura returns to Edo, only to stumble upon a shocking surprise: Gintoki and Kagura, his fellow Yorozuya members, have become completely different characters! Fleeing from the Yorozuya headquarters in confusion, Shinpachi finds that all the denizens of Edo have undergone impossibly extreme changes, in both appearance and personality. Most unbelievably, his sister Otae has married the Shinsengumi chief and shameless stalker Isao Kondou and is pregnant with their first child.
Bewildered, Shinpachi agrees to join the Shinsengumi at Otae and Kondou's request and finds even more startling transformations afoot both in and out of the ranks of the the organization. However, discovering that Vice Chief Toushirou Hijikata has remained unchanged, Shinpachi and his unlikely Shinsengumi ally set out to return the city of Edo to how they remember it.
With even more dirty jokes, tongue-in-cheek parodies, and shameless references, Gintama' follows the Yorozuya team through more of their misadventures in the vibrant, alien-filled world of Edo.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Gintama' Review
Gintama' — After a one-year hiatus, Shinpachi Shimura returns to Edo, only to stumble upon a shocking surprise: Gintoki and Kagura, his fellow Yorozuya members, have become completely different characters! This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 9.02). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Gintama' offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Kagura
Main
Kugimiya, Rie
Japanese
Kagura
Main
Granato, Jolanda
Italian
Sakata, Gintoki
Main
Sugita, Tomokazu
Japanese
Sakata, Gintoki
Main
Viola, Federico
Italian
Shimura, Shinpachi
Main
Sakaguchi, Daisuke
Japanese
Shimura, Shinpachi
Main
Singh, Mosè
Italian
Abo
Supporting
Hoshino, Mitsuaki
Japanese
Abo
Supporting
Romanò, Sergio
Italian
Abuto
Supporting
Ootsuka, Houchuu
Japanese
Abuto
Supporting
Zanandrea, Federico
Italian
Agonoske, Azumi
Supporting
Sakai, Keikou
Japanese
Agonoske, Azumi
Supporting
Iacono, Gianluca
Italian
Anigasaki, Momo
Supporting
Endou, Aya
Japanese
Anigasaki, Momo
Supporting
Tretto, Francesca
Italian
Beri, Kuzunosuke
Supporting
Hirota, Kousei
Japanese
Blu-rayko
Supporting
Sawashiro, Miyuki
Japanese
Blu-rayko
Supporting
Clerici, Serena
Italian
Catherine
Supporting
Sugimoto, Yuu
Japanese
Catherine
Supporting
De Domenico, Tania
Italian
Daito
Supporting
Hiyama, Nobuyuki
Japanese
Staff
Azuma, Fukashi
Producer
Higuchi, Hiromitsu
Producer
Fujita, Youichi
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard
Kobayashi, Katsuyoshi
Sound Director
Inoue, Jet
Episode Director, Storyboard
Minami, Yasuhiro
Episode Director, Storyboard
Miyahara, Shuuji
Episode Director, Storyboard
Miyake, Kazuo
Episode Director, Storyboard
Miyawaki, Chizuru
Episode Director, Storyboard, 2nd Key Animation, Key Animation
Nishikida, Shinya
Episode Director, Storyboard
Ogura, Hirofumi
Episode Director, Storyboard
Sasaki, Shinobu
Episode Director
Terasawa, Shinsuke
Episode Director, Storyboard, Animation Director
Umabiki, Kei
Episode Director, Storyboard
Yoshimura, Ai
Episode Director, Storyboard
Shimoyama, Kento
Script
Yamatoya, Akatsuki
Script, Series Composition
Yokote, Michiko
Script
Shinohara, Toshiya
Storyboard
Takayanagi, Tetsushi
Storyboard