Bamboo BladeSeason 12007 · 26 episodesEpisodes1A Bamboo Broom and a Champion of JusticeDown and out kendo instructor Toraji can't even afford a new light bulb - let alone lunch, but discovering a prodigy like Tamaki might change his fortunes.2The Blade Bravers and Boxed LunchTamaki joins the kendo team and makes short work of a sadistic bully with a thing for beating up on girls.3Black and BlueToraji takes the team to a kendo supply to store to stock up on weapons and armor. Later, he gives the female members of the team color-coordinated code names!4Pink and BlueA friendly text message convinces Sayako to rejoin the kendo team. She's excited to meet the new members, but that might change if Miyako ever takes her mask off.5Muroe High and Machido HighToraji tries to devise a strategy for winning the practice match, but all he can think of is sushi, so Tamaki teaches the team some basic kendo fundamentals.6Tamaki Kawazoe and the Tardy BraverKendo is a sport of great honor, but Toraji's dreams of exotic, raw fish tempt him to taint the practice match.7Sushi and Mince Meat CutletsAfter watching his team lose, Ishibashi challenges Tamaki to a winner-take-all grudge match.8Tama and Part-time WorkTamaki has her eye on a new anime release. Unfortunately, her piggy bank is running low and part-time jobs are against school rules.9Kojiro and the Crossroads of FateToraji's trip to the grocery store quickly becomes an inescapable nightmare when he crosses paths with the world's most unpleasant woman.10Miyako Miyazaki's Melancholy and the First TournamentThe team competes in its first big tournament, and a strange girl's sudden appearance makes Miyako uneasy.11Animation and DreamsKirino gets a tip that Tamaki isn't the only kendo prodigy in school. If she can convince the new girl to join the team, it might save the sensei's job.12Azuma's Circumstances and Mei's CircumstancesKirino and Sayako literally drag Azuma to the school's dojo. She proves to be a strong fighter, but there's a reason she gave up kendo.13Teachers and StudentsAzuma feels like she's really becoming part of the team after a practice match with Tamaki rekindles her love of kendo.14Satorin's Resolve and NommingEven though she loves Kendo, Azuma is still hesitant to join the club, but after Miyako pays her a little visit, she may change her mind.15First Training Camp and First Public BathEveryone is excited about the upcoming kendo training camp. Well, maybe not everyone. Tamaki's father is having a tough time letting go of his little girl.16Kirino's Absence and the Preliminary TournamentThe kendo team is in top form at the preliminary tournament. They only need to win one more match to advance, but their opponent is notorious for dirty tricks.17Light and ShadowThe opposing team dishonors kendo and the spirit of fair play to keep Tamaki from competing in the final match, but they only succeed in strengthening her will to win.18The Tournament and Muroe High After ThatTamaki uncharacteristically unleashes a devastating attack, and Toraji makes an honorable - but difficult - decision. If the team is destined to win, it will be up to Kirino make it so.19The Armadillo and the PangolinMiyako agrees to a Kendo showdown with a pushy American - winner gets Donny! Miya-miya fights from the heart, but the foreigner attacks with a highly advanced technique.20Braver and ShinaiderYuuji invites Tamaki to the amusement park for what may - or may not be - a date. If love is in the air, it'll have to take a backseat to Blade Braver!21Tamaki Kawazoe and Rin SuzukiTamaki and Rin both love Blade Braver, but their favorite characters are mortal enemies. When the girls visit the show's set, an animated rivalry spills into reality.22Winners and LosersA kendo tournament becomes a grudge match when Miyako battles her rival for Donny and Tamaki finally encounters an opponent who can match her skill level.23Lie and SilenceTamaki's stunning loss to Rin crushed the morale of the kendo club, and things only get worse when the principal summons Toraji to his office for a less-than-pleasant chat.24The Sword and the WayAfter Miyako and Tamaki resign, Kirino does her best to hold the kendo club together. But even she can't handle a downtrodden sensei and a looming suspension.25Kendo and What It Brings AboutNext up for the reunited kendo club is a tournament ripe for revenge. Miyako gets a chance to silence her rival, and Tamaki is destined for a rematch with Rin!26"Since Then" and "From Here On Out"Tamaki doesn't know what to do when some freshmen show up to check out the kendo club. Kirino ponders life after high school, and a familiar face returns to the dojo.
