Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1: Release date and time, countdown, where to watch, and more

Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1 is set to release on Saturday, July 8, at 1:30 am JST. With the highly anticipated premiere of the television anime adaptation of author Broccoli Lion and illustrator Slime’s light novel series at hand, fans are desperate to learn exactly what the first episode will cover.

Unfortunately, there is no verifiable spoiler information for Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1 as of this article’s writing. This is to be expected, with the episode’s information in all aspects likely being kept under tight wraps so as to not spoil any events for first-time fans. This can also be expected to be a constant throughout the series’ first season overall.

Follow along for detailed information on when and where to watch Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1.

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Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1 is scheduled for 13 episodes

Where to watch and release details

Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1 will begin airing on local Japanese networks at 2:00 am JST on Saturday, July 8. The majority of international regions will see the episode released on the same day during the daytime.

International audiences can stream the episode on Hulu and Disney+ once the episode finishes airing in Japan. The platform on which the show is available will depend on a specific location, with Hulu and Disney+ being the two options for each region. Unfortunately, Crunchyroll does not have streaming rights to the highly anticipated series.

Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1 is set to become available on streaming services at the following times in the corresponding time zones:

• Pacific Standard Time: 7:30AM, Saturday, July 8
• Eastern Standard Time: 10:3AM, Saturday, July 8
• British Summer Time: 3:30PM, Saturday, July 8
• Central European Summer Time: 4:30PM, Saturday, July 8
• Indian Standard Time: 8:00PM, Saturday, July 8
• Philippine Standard Time: 10:30PM Saturday, July 8
• Japanese Standard Time: 11:30PM JST, Saturday, July 8
• Australia Central Standard Time: 12AM Sunday, July 9

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Things to know about part 1 before starting Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1

Bleach TYBW’ part 1 focused on introducing the Quincy army under Yhwach, who is considered the father of the Quincies. Likewise, Uryu Ishida appears to have gone over to their site, given his Quincy lineage. Promotional material for the second season has further suggested this, featuring audio of Ishida and protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki arguing with each other.

Ichigo’s original Zanpakuto also broke during his fight with Yhwach, but Ichigo eventually forged two Zanpakuto in its place. This was only achievable after learning about his origins, specifically via his mother Masaki Kurosaki who was a Quincy. He also learned that Zangetsu, the manifestation of his original Zanpakuto, was actually the image of a young Yhwach all along. However, accepting them for who they were finally unlocked his Zanpakuto's full potential.

Current loose threads from the first part of the series include who Ichigo’s friends teamed up with in Hueco Mundo, as well as the statuses of Byakuya and Rukia Kuchiki. Fans are hoping to see these two Soul Reapers return early on in the upcoming second part of the series, as well as Ichigo to test out his two new Zanpakuto as soon as possible.

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What to expect in Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1

Uryu Ishida joined the Quincy at the end of Bleach TYBW part 1 (Image via Studio Pierrot)

Likewise, fans can expect Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1 to get the action started fairly quickly considering the first part ended by revealing Ichigo’s new swords. The Sternritter and Yhwach also seem to be ready for another attack on Soul Society, having failed in their first invasion due to Yhwach running out of time at Aizen’s interference.

With Uryu's mysterious indoctrination, as seen in part 1 and the trailer, a confrontation brews between him and Ichigo, which might be addressed in Bleach TYBW part 2 episode 1. There are several fights that have been foreshadowed in the trailer, but all of them are unlikely to start in episode one.

Leaks online have suggested that Yhwach's birth will be shown in this part as well. The trailer specifically shows Shinji Hirako's Bankai, which was unaddressed in the manga. More anime-original content may come in the form of Shuhei Hisagi's Bankai, which is legendary amongst all players of Bleach: Brave Souls.

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Follow along for more Bleach TYBW anime and manga news, as well as general anime, manga, film, and live-action news as 2023 progresses.

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This article was modified on Friday, July 7 at 04.10 PM EST by Aratrika Baidya.