Gintama – Mr. Ginpachi’s Zany Class [Season 1 Episode 10]

Okay, let’s cut to the chase—if you’re a die-hard Gintama fan, Season 1 Episode 10 of Mr. Ginpachi’s Zany Class had you bouncing off the walls like a hyper kid who just found their favorite snack hidden in the pantry. And even if you’re a newbie? Well, you might not get all the deep cuts, but trust me, the chaos is still so infectious you’ll find yourself laughing along anyway.

First, let’s get the basics out of the way: This spin-off takes our beloved silver-haired slacker, Gintoki (now going by Ginpachi Sakata), and drops him into a high school classroom as a teacher. But don’t expect chalkboards and textbook lessons here—this is Gintama we’re talking about. “Teaching” means everything from random skits to references that only OG fans will get (but hey, even newbies can enjoy the absurdity).

Episode 10 is a love letter to long-time fans. Let’s start with the big news: Takasugi is back. Yes, the guy we all love to hate (or hate to love) finally makes his appearance, and fans on MyAnimeList were losing their minds over it—one comment even screamed, “Fans be getting wet right now; Takasugi is back! xD” And if that wasn’t enough, Kamui and his Yato crew crash the party too—because why not add more chaos to the mix?

What makes this episode so uniquely Gintama is its unapologetic self-awareness. The show doesn’t just ignore its behind-the-scenes quirks—it turns them into jokes. For example, they openly mock the awkwardness of putting the original Gintama cast into a high school setting and even joke about production issues affecting the scenes. It’s the kind of 4th wall break that feels like the creators are sitting next to you, high-fiving you for getting the joke.

Let’s talk about the comedy bits. If you’ve seen the OG series, you’ll catch throwbacks to classic skits—like the “confession booth” bit that one fan mentioned (they called it a “rehashed” skit but gave it a 1000/10 rating, so you know it’s good). There’s also Zura’s iconic antics (because Zura is Zura, no matter the setting) and Tsukuyo making an appearance (fans are crossing their fingers for more Ginpachi-Tsukuyo banter later). And let’s not forget the random references: Otsuu’s song with the line “Not even 5!” had fans cackling, and shoutouts to Gojo Satoru (Jujutsu Kaisen) and All Might (My Hero Academia) had cross-over stans screaming.

For new viewers, the humor might feel a bit random at first. One fan who’s new to Gintama said, “I just started watching this… it’s really funny stuff. Lots of random stuff, but it’s all great.” And that’s the thing—you don’t need to know every Gintama reference to enjoy the slapstick and silly characters. Though, let’s be real: knowing the original makes the jokes hit harder (like when they mention the Yorozuya, you’ll feel that nostalgia punch).

Some fans noted that the slapstick is a bit lighter than the original Gintama, but that doesn’t take away from the fun. The episode is packed with little moments that make you snort-laugh—like the “hammer pants” delinquent joke or the way Ginpachi still can’t resist sugar. It’s like the Yorozuya never left; they just traded their odd jobs for lesson plans (sort of).

At the end of the day, Episode 10 of Mr. Ginpachi’s Zany Class is exactly what we need right now: a show that doesn’t take itself seriously, makes us laugh, and reminds us why we love Gintama so much. As one fan put it: “BE FOREVER YOROZUYA!!!” And honestly, that’s the mood we all need to hold onto.

So grab your favorite snack (preferably something sweet, like Gintoki’s beloved parfaits), plop down on the couch, and hit play. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a curious newbie, this episode is sure to leave you grinning from ear to ear. Trust me—you won’t regret it.