Dragon Ball Z · Episode 198
Final Round of Flame!! Goku or Paikuhan!?
Aired Thursday, September 13, 2001 · 24 min
Filler episode. Not adapted from the manga, so it's safe to skip. The story continues in episode 200 →
Source: AnimeFillerList and MyAnimeList episode flags, 10 Nov 2026. Full filler list
Other World Saga arc (filler) · episode 4 of 5Dragon Ball Z arcs in order →
Opening: “Cha-La Head-Cha-La” by Hironobu KageyamaEnding: “Dete Koi Tobikiri ZENKAI Power!”
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- Opening
- ~0:00–2:05 (2m 5s)
- Ending
- ~22:50–24:28 (1m 38s)
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Synopsis
After barely escaping the dinosaur Maraikoh's meteor bombardment, Goku advances to the tournament's final round where he must face the warrior Pikkon! Sparks of energy erupt as the mighty fighters battle for the championship title! But when Pikkon reveals a Piccolo-like secret, Goku must up the ante! It's time to go Super Saiyan!
Synopsis excerpt via Kitsu.
Where to watch
Dragon Ball Z episode 198 FAQ
When does Dragon Ball Z episode 198 come out?
Dragon Ball Z episode 198 aired on Thursday, September 13, 2001.
What time does Dragon Ball Z episode 198 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 Dragon Ball Z episode 198?
Dragon Ball Z streams on Crunchyroll, Hulu. Availability depends on your region.
Which arc is Dragon Ball Z episode 198 in?
Episode 198 is part of the Other World Saga arc, a filler arc, which runs from episode 195 to 199.
What are the opening and ending of Dragon Ball Z episode 198?
The opening is “Cha-La Head-Cha-La” by Hironobu Kageyama. The ending is “Dete Koi Tobikiri ZENKAI Power!”. Every Dragon Ball Z opening and ending is listed on the openings & endings page.