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Bleach: Story, Chapters and Where to Read

Bleach (2001): what the manga is about, key facts and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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Bleach (2001) is a action, adventure, award winning, supernatural manga by Kubo, Tite. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 7.92/10 from 260,244 ratings.

What is Bleach about?

For as long as he can remember, high school student Ichigo Kurosaki has been able to see the spirits of the dead, but that has not stopped him from leading an ordinary life. One day, Ichigo returns home to find an intruder in his room who introduces herself as Rukia Kuchiki, a Soul Reaper tasked with helping souls pass over. Suddenly, the two are jolted from their conversation when a Hollow—an evil spirit known for consuming souls—attacks. As Ichigo makes a brash attempt to stop the Hollow, Rukia steps in and shields him from a counterattack. Injured and unable to keep fighting, Rukia suggests

Key details

Bleach spans 705 chapters across 74 volumes, status: finished. Publication: Aug 7, 2001 to Aug 22, 2016.

Where to read Bleach

Look for official releases through licensed publishers and digital manga platforms in your region.

Frequently asked questions

What is Bleach about?

For as long as he can remember, high school student Ichigo Kurosaki has been able to see the spirits of the dead, but that has not stopped him from leading an ordinary life. One day, Ichigo returns home to find an intruder in his room who introduces

Is Bleach finished?

Its publication status is: Finished.

What is the MAL rating of Bleach?

Bleach is rated 7.92/10 on MyAnimeList.

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