Ninja to Gokudou Episode 10: The Bro Moment That Broke the Feud (Sort Of)

If you thought Episode 9 left you reeling after Kabuchika’s explosive exit, Episode 10 hits different—like, the kind of different that makes you pause mid-episode to text your bestie, “Did Shinoha just open up about his trauma?!?” Let’s break down why this episode is the hidden gem of the season so far, straight from a teen’s perspective (and yes, I’ve been scrolling all the fan reactions to back this up).

First off, let’s get the basics out of the way: Studio Deen’s done it again with the vibe. After all the chaos of ninja vs. yakuza fights, Episode 10 slows down to give us that quiet, heartfelt scene we’ve been craving. Shinoha (the ninja who can’t laugh because of past trauma) and Kiwami (the “elite office guy” who’s low-key a yakuza boss) take a spontaneous nighttime drive, and man—this is where the magic happens. They’re sitting in Kiwami’s beat-up car, windows down, talking about Flash Princess (whatever that is, it feels like a secret memory they both hold close) and sharing their losses. Shinoha finally admits he hasn’t laughed since something bad happened to someone he loved, and Kiwami? He’s not just the tough guy with the fancy suit—he opens up about losing his own family too. When they make that pledge to “stick together no matter what,” I swear, MyAnimeList comments are flooded with people saying they cried. One fan wrote, “I didn’t expect a ninja-yakuza show to make me feel this way—my eyes are still puffy.” Relatable, tbh.

And let’s not sleep on the setup for what’s next! The Cursed Blood Ninja Brothers are rallying their crew (their glowing red eyes are so creepy but cool), and the gokudo’s bosozoku “god” is revving up his tricked-out bike to gather his biker gang. Fans are already making fanart of the bosozoku leader—his neon-lit helmet and leather jacket are chef’s kiss. The tension here is real: you can tell the next episode is gonna be a clash between stealthy ninjas and loud, chaotic bikers. But here’s the thing—after this episode, do we even want them to fight? Shinoha and Kiwami’s bond is so strong now that I’m rooting for them to team up instead of choosing sides.

The animation in this episode is chef’s kiss too. The nighttime drive scenes have this soft, warm lighting that makes the moment feel intimate—like you’re right there in the car with them. Studio Deen knows how to balance pretty visuals with raw emotion. The background music? That slow, acoustic track during their talk? It’s low-key but sticks with you—you’ll find yourself humming it while doing homework later. And when the camera pans to the Cursed Blood Brothers standing in the shadows? The dark, eerie lighting gives you chills.

Some people are calling this episode “filler,” but let’s be real—filler doesn’t make you care more about the characters. This episode builds their friendship so that when the big fight happens, we’ll actually worry about them hurting each other. That’s the genius of this show: it takes two groups that should hate each other (300-year feud, hello?) and turns them into people we want to see heal together. Shinoha’s struggle to laugh? Relatable—who hasn’t felt stuck because of something bad that happened? Kiwami’s double life? Super intriguing—like, how does he balance being a yakuza boss and an office worker? I need answers!

As a 17-year-old, I love how this show doesn’t talk down to us. It’s not just about ninja tricks or yakuza drama—it’s about friendship, healing, and breaking old cycles. We’ve all had moments where we felt like we couldn’t open up to anyone, or like we were from the “wrong” crowd. This episode reminds us that it’s okay to be vulnerable, even with someone who’s supposed to be your enemy.

If you haven’t watched Episode 10 yet, drop everything and do it. Your TikTok feed will be full of memes about that car scene tomorrow, and you don’t want to be the one asking, “What’s everyone talking about?” Trust me—this episode is worth the 24 minutes. I can’t wait for Episode 11 to see if Shinoha and Kiwami keep their pledge when the Cursed Blood Brothers and bosozoku gang clash. Will they stand together, or will their sides tear them apart? Either way, I’m here for every second of it.

Go watch it—you won’t regret it! 🚗✨🗡️🏍️