When Was The Last Episode Of Bleach

Okay, picture this: You're knee-deep in the Soul Society, Ichigo just unlocked some crazy new power, and you're thinking, "This can't possibly end!" But alas, everything does, even the epic saga of Bleach.

So, the million-dollar question buzzing in every Shinigami's mind: When did our beloved Bleach anime actually bow out (the first time)? Let's dive in!

The Original Farewell (Sniffle)

The original run of the Bleach anime concluded on March 27, 2012. That's right, folks! Mark that day in your anime history books.

Imagine waiting every week, glued to your screen, only for it all to stop! It was like finding out your favorite ice cream shop was closing for the season... a real bummer, right?

But don't despair! Because every good Shinigami knows that sometimes, death is just the beginning...

The Long Wait: A Decade of Hollows

After that final episode, the Bleach universe went quiet (sort of). We had manga to read, fan theories to debate, and plenty of time to practice our Bankai shouts in the shower.

Seriously, a whole decade went by! That's like waiting for a really, REALLY slow-loading webpage. You start wondering if it's ever going to finish.

And then, like a bolt of blue lightning, hope returned!

Resurrection: The Thousand-Year Blood War!

Fast forward to 2022. Cue the trumpets! Bleach made a triumphant return with the "Thousand-Year Blood War" arc.

This brought the final manga arc to animated life. Think of it as getting a second scoop of that ice cream you thought was gone forever! So, we now have new last episode! How amazing!

The first part of “Thousand-Year Blood War” ended on December 26, 2022. And Part 2 finished on September 30, 2023!

So, Wait, Which One Is Really the Last?

Now, things get a little tricky. Technically, the most recent episode of Bleach aired in September 2023.

But! Depending on your perspective, the "last" episode could be that fateful one in March 2012, when the original run ended. It was a full stop for a long time.

Think of it like this: it’s like having a favorite band break up, then get back together for a reunion tour. Which concert do you consider the "last"? Both are significant!

A Matter of Perspective (and Bankai!)

Ultimately, the "last" episode is a matter of personal feelings. Did you feel closure in 2012? Or did the Thousand-Year Blood War truly bring the story to its ultimate conclusion for you?

It's like asking whether chocolate or vanilla is the best flavor. There's no right or wrong answer – it all boils down to taste!

No matter which episode you consider the final one, let’s all agree that the Bleach anime has provided us with countless hours of entertainment, epic battles, and enough spiritual pressure to power a small city.

So, crank up the OST, grab your Zanpakuto (metaphorically, of course!), and relive the adventure all over again. Because in the world of anime, even endings can be just the beginning!