Gintama Episode 3: Nobody With Naturally Wavy Hair Can Be That Bad

Manga chapter 5-6

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

9.8

10 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

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Gintama Episode 3: Nobody With Naturally Wavy Hair Can Be That Bad

Manga chapter 5-6

Canon/MED

← Prev: EP 2 Next: EP 4 →

OSHIMETER

9.8

10 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

It turns out that Shinpachi's story was deeply moving. In the background of the story, they were in trouble and trying to find justice.

This episode mixes emotion with fun. Sakata Gintoki acts like he’s not the main character—lazy and carefree—but when it matters, he steps up. That contrast is the best part. We also see why Shimura Shinpachi wants to protect what his father left behind.

We got Shinpachi's backstory and how he and Gintoki met. Gintoki is cool with how he fights but goes back to being a hilarious person once he opens his mouth. The fight scenes in the ship is epic with a mixture of jokes here and there. Overall, it's a nice episode.

The true beginning of the story. The episode shows the interactions between the main characters revealing their personalities and hinting at their motivations. Still entertaining but at a more relaxed pace allowing viewers to connect more deeply on the characters.

Episodic madness with sharper punchlines. The show starts flexing its ability to go from dumb to oddly intense in seconds.

Gintama is definitely a comedy gold and this episode proves a lot of it. Not only that, but the mix of action into this was balanced so well, giving us an entertaining episode.

An unskippable episode that aligns with the storyline as we see how Shinpachi and Gintoki meets. The balance between comedy and drama was well-delivered, giving us a rather goofy and inspiring episode.

The deadpan delivery of jokes and jabs was just so ridiculous that it was funny. The voice actors really did a great job with the dialogue in this one. The storyline was also starting, and it's getting more interesting as it goes on.

Classic anime chaos wrapped in a smooth, comfortable ride. Every episode adds new flavor, and episode 3 delivers: Shinpachi and Gin charge into a ‘rescue’ mission to save Otae from a flying brothel run by a creepy alien with wildly questionable vibes. Absolute gold.

EPISODE CONTEXT

Episodes 1 and 2 established the Edo setting, the alien Amanto occupation, and Gintoki as its unlikely lead — episode 3 shifts focus to Shinpachi's personal struggles and the formation of the Yorozuya, the freelancer trio at the series' core. This is foundational setup for the next 198 episodes: the relationships forged here become the emotional backbone of every arc that follows. With the team taking shape, Gintama now has the ensemble chemistry it needs to launch into its signature blend of episodic comedy and long-form storytelling.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Episodes 1 and 2 established the Edo setting, the alien Amanto occupation, and Gintoki as its unlikely lead — episode 3 shifts focus to Shinpachi's personal struggles and the formation of the Yorozuya, the freelancer trio at the series' core. This is foundational setup for the next 198 episodes: the relationships forged here become the emotional backbone of every arc that follows. With the team taking shape, Gintama now has the ensemble chemistry it needs to launch into its signature blend of episodic comedy and long-form storytelling.

QUICK TAKES

It turns out that Shinpachi's story was deeply moving. In the background of the story, they were in trouble and trying to find justice.

This episode mixes emotion with fun. Sakata Gintoki acts like he’s not the main character—lazy and carefree—but when it matters, he steps up. That contrast is the best part. We also see why Shimura Shinpachi wants to protect what his father left behind.

We got Shinpachi's backstory and how he and Gintoki met. Gintoki is cool with how he fights but goes back to being a hilarious person once he opens his mouth. The fight scenes in the ship is epic with a mixture of jokes here and there. Overall, it's a nice episode.

The true beginning of the story. The episode shows the interactions between the main characters revealing their personalities and hinting at their motivations. Still entertaining but at a more relaxed pace allowing viewers to connect more deeply on the characters.

Episodic madness with sharper punchlines. The show starts flexing its ability to go from dumb to oddly intense in seconds.

Gintama is definitely a comedy gold and this episode proves a lot of it. Not only that, but the mix of action into this was balanced so well, giving us an entertaining episode.

An unskippable episode that aligns with the storyline as we see how Shinpachi and Gintoki meets. The balance between comedy and drama was well-delivered, giving us a rather goofy and inspiring episode.

The deadpan delivery of jokes and jabs was just so ridiculous that it was funny. The voice actors really did a great job with the dialogue in this one. The storyline was also starting, and it's getting more interesting as it goes on.

Classic anime chaos wrapped in a smooth, comfortable ride. Every episode adds new flavor, and episode 3 delivers: Shinpachi and Gin charge into a ‘rescue’ mission to save Otae from a flying brothel run by a creepy alien with wildly questionable vibes. Absolute gold.

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com