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Edo is a city that was home to the vigor and ambition of samurai across the country. However, following feudal Japan's surrender to powerful aliens known as the "Amanto," those aspirations now seem unachievable. With the once-influential shogunate rebuilt as a puppet government, a new law is passed that promptly prohibits all swords in public. Enter Gintoki Sakata, an eccentric silver-haired man who always carries around a wooden sword and maintains his stature as a samurai despite the ban.

As the founder of Yorozuya, a small business for odd jobs, Gintoki often embarks on endeavors to help other people—though usually in rather strange and unforeseen ways. Assisted by Shinpachi Shimura, a bo...

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Who voices Gintoki Sakata in the Gintama anime?

In the Japanese version, Gintoki Sakata is voiced by Tomokazu Sugita, who is also known for his roles in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya. In the English dub, he is voiced by Chris Guerrero.

What is the Yorozuya in Gintama?

The Yorozuya is an odd-jobs business founded by Gintoki Sakata, who takes on any freelance work for a fee to pay his rent. He is joined by Shinpachi Shimura and Kagura, a member of the Yato Tribe, forming the core trio of the series.

Does Gintama have serious arcs?

Despite its reputation as a comedy and parody series, Gintama features several highly acclaimed serious story arcs, such as the Benizakura Arc and the Shogun Assassination Arc. These arcs shift the tone to intense action and drama, pushing the overarching plot against the Amanto forward.

How many seasons of Gintama are there?

The Gintama anime franchise is divided into several seasons and series, collectively spanning over 360 episodes. The main story finally concluded with the movie Gintama: The Very Final, which was released in Japan in 2021.

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