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BLEACH · Episode 253

Muramasa's True Identity Revealed

Aired Tuesday, January 12, 2010 · 24 min

Filler episode. Not adapted from the manga, so it's safe to skip. The story continues in episode 267 →

Source: AnimeFillerList, 28 Oct 2026. Full filler list

⏭ Skip guide

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Opening
~0:00–2:02 (2m 2s)
Ending
~21:59–23:29 (1m 30s)

Community timestamps from AniSkip; they can be a few seconds off depending on the streaming service.

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Synopsis

After Kouga's defeat, Muramasa becomes unstable, as he had absorbed hollows in order to sustain himself without a master. Many hollows spill forth from his body, and he transforms into a form similar to an Arrancar. Orihime tries to reach out to him to save him from his sorrow, but he attacks the group. Ichigo manages to slash through Muramasa, but he becomes even more unstable and becomes a larger dome-shaped mass, engulfing him in the process. The formerly rebellious Zanpakuto return with their owners to help Ichigo and his friends in the battle.

Where to watch

BLEACH episode 253 FAQ

When does BLEACH episode 253 come out?

BLEACH episode 253 aired on Tuesday, January 12, 2010.

What time does BLEACH episode 253 release?

Kitsu has the date but not a broadcast time for this episode. Japanese TV anime typically air in the evening or late night JST.

Where can I watch BLEACH episode 253?

BLEACH streams on Netflix, Hulu. Availability depends on your region.