Gintama Complete Series

Hideaki Sorachi’s magnum opus is a rare breed of storytelling. It’s a series that refuses to be put in a box, transitioning seamlessly from a parody of Dragon Ball Z to a gut-wrenching political drama about the cost of war. Whether you’re a newcomer looking to dive in or a veteran collector seeking the ultimate box set, here is everything you need to know about the Gintama legacy. What is Gintama?

Set in an alternate-history Edo period, Japan has been invaded by aliens known as . The once-proud samurai have been stripped of their swords, and the Shogunate has become a puppet government for the invaders. Gintama Complete Series

A shorter run featuring the beautiful Courtesan of a Nation arc. Hideaki Sorachi’s magnum opus is a rare breed

“If you want to grow stronger, stop relying on the things you’ve been taught. If you want to protect something, then open your eyes wide and look at it head-on.” — Gintoki Sakata What is Gintama

The story takes place in an alternate version of Japan's Edo period, where aliens from outer space, known as the Amanto, have invaded and taken over the country. The Tokugawa Shogunate, the ruling government, has formed an alliance with the Amanto, allowing them to coexist with humans. As a result, many samurai have become unemployed, and the main characters of the show are part of a group of freelancers who take on odd jobs to make ends meet.