Episode 16: “Encounter, Renji Abarai!”
- 16 of 366
- January 25, 2005
- 24 min
- Aired
Contents
| Series | Bleach |
|---|---|
| Episode | 16 of 366 |
| Japanese | 阿散井恋次、見参！ |
| Original air date | January 25, 2005 |
| Episode length | 24 min |
| Studio | Studio Pierrot |
| Previous episode | Episode 15: “Kon's Great Plan” |
| Next episode | Episode 17: “Ichigo Dies!” |
| Streaming | Crunchyroll, Disney+, Hulu |
“Encounter, Renji Abarai!” is episode 16 of the anime Bleach. It first aired on January 25, 2005.
Summary
The summary below describes what happens in this episode.
Disturbed by her recent feelings, Rukia Kuchiki tries to flee, but Renji Abarai and another Shinigami catch up with her. Uryuu Ishida is nearby, and Ichigo Kurosaki arrives to help. Rukia's escape remains uncertain despite their presence.
Characters in this episode
Music in this episode
- OP 1“*~Asterisk” — ORANGE RANGEAnimeThemes
- ED 2“Thank You!!” — Home Made KazokuAnimeThemes
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About the series
Ichigo Kurosaki’s encounter with the Soul Reaper Rukia Kuchiki draws him into a conflict involving Hollows, spirits that threaten human souls. The story follows Ichigo and the friends who join him as they face supernatural dangers, combining the duties of a Soul Reaper with the lives of a group of young people in the…
Read the article →References
- “Bleach”. Kitsu. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
- “Bleach”. MyAnimeList. Retrieved October 27, 2026.
- “Bleach”. AnimeThemes. Retrieved October 23, 2026.
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