3-nen Z-gumi Ginpachi-sensei Season 1 Episode 10: Chaos, Cameos, and a Vegeta Haircut That Broke the Internet

Let’s cut to the chase—if you love Gintama’s brand of unapologetic chaos, 3-nen Z-gumi Ginpachi-sensei Season 1 Episode 10 is the episode you’ve been waiting for. This spin-off has been serving up schoolyard absurdity left and right, but Episode 10 cranks it up a notch by bringing in some of the original series’ most iconic characters—and let’s just say, the fan reactions are chef’s kiss.

First off, let’s talk about Shinpachi. Oh, Shinpachi—our favorite straight man got roped into the most ridiculous infiltration mission ever, and the result? A Vegeta haircut that’s been dubbed “comedy gold” by fans online. Imagine this: he tries to go undercover in Takasugi’s gang, only to end up shirtless on the street with that spiky Saiyan do, and the gang demands his “cropped jacket and monk pants” even though he’s wearing neither. It’s the kind of absurdity that makes Gintama (and its spin-offs) so beloved—fans were losing it over this bit, with one commenter saying, “Shinpachi shirtless in the street with Vegeta’s haircut was comedy gold.” No arguments here.

Then there’s Takasugi. Let’s be real—his brooding, serious vibe is so out of place in the silly hallways of Gintama High that it’s hilarious. Fans were hyped to see him finally step foot in the school, with one noting: “Takasugi finally made it to school lol. Makes sense though, since he’s not exactly a comedic character and has always been super serious, bringing him into this anime is definitely a challenge.” And they’re right—his deadpan lines (“The production team has their reasons”) clashed perfectly with the show’s lighthearted tone, giving us that classic Gintama mix of humor and nostalgia.

But the real tease of the episode? Kamui’s cameo. Yato clan stans, rejoice! We got a quick glimpse of Kamui (and his ever-reliable sidekick Abuto, who’s still cleaning up his messes—nostalgic, right?). Fans were buzzing about this setup for a future arc, especially the possibility of Kagura (the foreign exchange student) meeting her chaos-loving brother. One fan put it best: “If Kagura is meant to be a foreign exchange student, then I can only hope her meeting Kamui would be a funny one!” Same, friend—same.

And let’s not forget the references. This episode is a love letter to old-school anime and gaming fans. We got DBZ (obviously, the Vegeta cut), Gradius (shoutout to the classic shoot-’em-up), Gundam, and even Space Cobra. Fans were quick to spot these nods, with one commenter gushing: “Got a Space Cobra, Gundam and DBZ reference, they always bring Takasugi in at the right time.” It’s these little details that make the spin-off feel like a warm hug for long-time Gintama fans.

Now, let’s address the elephant in the room: the fights. Or lack thereof. Fans were hoping for more animated brawls—one said, “Today we had three quick punches and that’s it. That’s the only thing I miss in this anime.” But hey, let’s be optimistic: the episode is clearly setting up Kamui’s arc, so we’re bound to get some Yato-style action soon. And honestly, the comedy more than makes up for the lack of fights this time around.

Overall, Episode 10 is an introductory banger that sets the stage for bigger things. It’s got everything we love about the spin-off: silly school antics, iconic character cameos, and references that make us go “oh, I get that!” Fans are already hyped for the next episodes—especially the Kagura-Kamui meetup we’re all craving.

P.S. Shinpachi’s Vegeta haircut deserves its own meme. Change my mind.

If you haven’t watched Episode 10 yet, what are you waiting for? Grab your snacks, log onto your favorite streaming service, and get ready to laugh until your sides hurt. And if you have watched it—let’s spam the comments with Shinpachi’s haircut memes. We’re all in this together.

Rating: 8/10 (deducting 2 points only because we didn’t get more Kamui screen time—fight me).
— A fellow Gintama fan who’s still laughing at the Vegeta cut.

This episode is a must-watch for anyone who loves Gintama’s chaos, and it’s the perfect way to get hyped for the rest of the season. Don’t sleep on it!

(Note: All fan reactions referenced are from real discussions online—because let’s face it, we’re all just here to gush about our favorite anime.)