'Bleach' Filler List: Every Episode You Can Skip

No one here is going to judge you for wanting to watch "Bleach" filler episodes. But sometimes you just want to skip to the parts about the main narrative. Nicole Antonio / DALL-E

With hundreds of episodes and a sprawling storyline, "Bleach" ranks among the biggest anime series in the shonen landscape.

But along with its intense battles and memorable characters, the show is packed with filler arcs. This "Bleach" filler list will guide you through what to skip and what might be worth watching.

Filler episodes are anime-original content not found in the manga. While not essential to the main story, some filler arcs in "Bleach" provide interesting side stories or character moments that some fans enjoy.

Contents

Bount Arc (Episodes 64–91)
Bount Assault on Soul Society Arc (Episodes 92–109)
Forest of the Menos (Episodes 147–149)
New Captain Shusuke Amagai Arc (Episodes 168–189)
Don Kanonji and the Karakura Superheroes (Episodes 213–214)
Beach Episode (Episode 228)
Zanpakuto Unknown Tales Arc (Episodes 230–265)
Beast Swords Arc (Episodes 256–265)
Side Story! Ichigo and the Magic Lamp (Episode 287)
Episode 298 – Film Tie-In
New Year’s Party Special (Episode 303)
Gotei 13 Invading Army Arc (Episodes 317–342)
The Lost Substitute Shinigami Arc (Episodes 343–366)
Should You Skip All Bleach Filler?

1. Bount Arc (Episodes 64–91)

The first major filler arc in "Bleach" introduces a race of spiritual vampires called Bounts. It’s lengthy, loosely connected to the main story, and often skipped.

2. Bount Assault on Soul Society Arc (Episodes 92–109)

This is a continuation of the Bount storyline as they invade Soul Society. The arc wraps up the previous one but remains filler-heavy.

3. Forest of the Menos (Episodes 147–149)

Here's standalone filler episode set during canon arcs, skippable without missing anything important.

4. New Captain Shusuke Amagai Arc (Episodes 168–189)

This is a complete detour from the manga. The arc focuses on a new squad captain and his secrets. It's not essential but offers solid character interactions and some decent fights.

5. Don Kanonji and the Karakura Superheroes (Episodes 213–214)

Here's a comedic break featuring Don Kanonji and local kids acting as superheroes — entirely filler and played for laughs.

6. Beach Episode (Episode 228)

This is some classic anime beach filler — and yes, we mean "beach" not "Bleach." The Soul Reapers relax at the beach. It's not related to any storyline.

7. Zanpakuto Unknown Tales Arc (Episodes 230–265)

One of the most interesting filler arcs, you might not want to skip this one. In it, the Shinigami's zanpakutō spirits rebel and gain physical form. While not canon, it dives deep into character relationships.

8. Beast Swords Arc (Episodes 256–265)

A continuation of the Unknown Tales story, involving rogue zanpakutō. It stretches the concept a bit thin, and many fans skip this one.

9. Side Story! Ichigo and the Magic Lamp (Episode 287)

In another comedic filler, Hitsugaya deals with a bitter yet hilarious feud in the human world. Fun, but not essential.

10. Episode 298 – Film Tie-In

Partially filler with some canon scenes, this episode connects to the fourth "Bleach" movie.

11. New Year’s Party Special (Episode 303)

Here's some lighthearted filler about Rukia and her stuffed rabbit — completely skippable unless you’re a hardcore Rukia fan.

12. Gotei 13 Invading Army Arc (Episodes 317–342)

In one of the better filler arcs, impostors invade Soul Society. It features solid animation and a more focused storyline.

13. The Lost Substitute Shinigami Arc (Episodes 343–366)

This arc is actually canon and based on the manga. While it feels like a cooldown after Aizen’s defeat, it’s part of the official story.

Should You Skip All Bleach Filler?

Not necessarily. Arcs like the Zanpakutō Unknown Tales and Gotei 13 Invading Army offer decent animation and character exploration. Others, like the Bount arc or random one-off episodes, are mostly filler content and don’t impact the main plot.

If you're watching to follow Ichigo Kurosaki’s journey through the manga storyline, this "Bleach" filler list helps you avoid distractions and stick to the canon material.

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