Gintama Timeline ( Real )

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April 4, 2006

First Anime Adaptation

The first season of the Gintama anime aired in Japan, introducing the series to a wider audience.

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April 24, 2010

First Gintama Movie Released

Release of the first theatrical Gintama movie, expanding the franchise's media presence.

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October 2021

Final Anime Episodes Air

The anime adaptation aired its final episodes covering the end of the manga storyline.

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January 8, 2021

Second Gintama Movie Released

Release of the second Gintama movie, Gintama: The Final, wrapping up many series story arcs.

Gintama Timeline ( Fictional )

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pre-meiji era, approximately 100 years before main series

Arrival of the Amanto

Extraterrestrial beings known as Amanto arrive on Earth, leading to the downfall of the samurai era and the beginning of a new age under their rule.

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several years before main storyline begins

Commander Takasugi's Uprising

Commander Takasugi Shinsuke forms the Joi terrorist group to overthrow the Amanto and restore samurai honor.

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early Meiji period, start of main storyline

Formation of Yorozuya

Gintoki Sakata establishes the Yorozuya, a freelance odd-jobs business, accepting various requests throughout Edo.

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throughout early series timeline

Shinsengumi Battles the Joi Terrorists

Shinsengumi, the police force loyal to the bakufu, clashes multiple times with the Joi terrorists threatening Edo’s peace.

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shortly after Yorozuya establishment

Benizakura Arc

Gintoki and allies confront a dangerous cursed sword causing havoc in Edo, leading to a decisive battle.

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mid-point of series

Farewell, Shinsengumi Arc

The Shinsengumi faces internal turmoil with leadership change and external threats, testing their resolve and loyalty.

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mid to late series

Shogun Assassination Plot

An attempt to assassinate the Shogun ignites chaos in Edo, involving multiple factions including the Yorozuya and rival clans.

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late series timeline

Yoshiwara in Flames Arc

The city of Yoshiwara is engulfed in conflict as an influential figure manipulates events, drawing Gintoki and friends into the chaos.

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late series

Rakuyo Arc

A brutal war in Rakuyo involving elite warriors forces Gintoki and his companions into intense battles with high stakes.

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series finale

Final Battle Against Utsuro

Gintoki confronts the immortal antagonist Utsuro in a climactic showdown to decide the fate of the world.