zanpakuto list bleach: Bleach Zanpakuto Names

This is a list of the names of the Zanpakuto, or soul swords, in the popular anime and manga series Bleach. These swords are a manifestation of a Soul Reaper's spiritual power and are critical to their combat abilities. The name of a Zanpakuto can reflect the soul reaper's personality, or the sword's abilities.
1. **Zangetsu** (斬月, "Cutting Moon"): This is the Zanpakuto of Ichigo Kurosaki, the main protagonist of Bleach. It has two forms: Shikai (斬月, "Cutting Moon") and Bankai (月牙天冲, "Crescent Moon Sky Piercer"). The name "Zangetsu" is said to be symbolic of the power of both the moon and the sword. It is a powerful Zanpakuto, capable of both slicing and cutting through its enemies.
2. **Ichigo Kurosaki's Hollow-infused Zanpakuto** (斬月, "Cutting Moon"): It is revealed later that Ichigo's true Zanpakuto is not Zangetsu, but rather a Hollow-infused Zanpakuto that was created from the combined powers of Ichigo's father's Zanpakuto, **Tensa Zangetsu** (天鎖斬月, "Sky Chain Cutting Moon"), and a Hollow's power.
3. **Tensa Zangetsu** (天鎖斬月, "Sky Chain Cutting Moon"): The true Zanpakuto of Isshin Kurosaki, Ichigo's father. The spirit of this Zanpakuto is shown to resemble a Hollow and is connected to Ichigo's Zanpakuto.
4. **Sode no Shirayuki** (袖白雪, "Sleeve of White Snow"): The Zanpakuto of Rukia Kuchiki, Ichigo's best friend and fellow Soul Reaper. The name "Sode no Shirayuki" refers to the beautiful white snow that falls from the sleeves of a kimono. This Zanpakuto specializes in ice manipulation.
5. **Senbonzakura** (千本桜, "Thousand Cherry Blossoms"): The Zanpakuto of Byakuya Kuchiki, Rukia's brother and a captain in the Gotei 13. "Senbonzakura" refers to a thousand cherry blossoms, symbolizing the multitude of blades that emerge from this Zanpakuto.
6. **Hyōrinmaru** (氷輪丸, "Ice Wheel Crest"): The Zanpakuto of Toshiro Hitsugaya, the youngest captain in the Gotei 13. "Hyōrinmaru" is known for its ice-based powers, and its name reflects the icy wheel or crest-like appearance it takes in its Shikai form.
7. **Zabimaru** (蛇尾丸, "Snake Tail Crest"): The Zanpakuto of Renji Abarai, Rukia's best friend and a lieutenant in the Gotei 13. It can be used as a sword and a whip, its name representing its snake-like tail.
8. **Katen Kyokotsu** (花天狂骨, "Flower Heaven Crazy Bone"): The Zanpakuto of Kenpachi Zaraki, a captain in the Gotei 13, who is known for his love of combat. "Katen Kyokotsu" implies a zanpakuto that enjoys battle and has a wild spirit.
9. **Ryujin Jakka** (龍神灼火, "Dragon God Burning Fire"): The Zanpakuto of Shunsui Kyoraku, a captain in the Gotei 13. The name "Ryujin Jakka" suggests fire and dragon power, which are both reflected in the Zanpakuto's abilities.
10. **Sōshiken** (双詩剣, "Twin Poetry Sword"): The Zanpakuto of Jushiro Ukitake, a captain in the Gotei 13. "Sōshiken" means "twin poetry swords" which are the two swords of the Zanpakuto.
11. **Shunsui Kyoraku's Second Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): Shunsui Kyoraku also has a second Zanpakuto, whose name has never been revealed. Its spirit is shown to be a young woman.
12. **Kōto** (黒刀, "Black Blade"): The Zanpakuto of Mayuri Kurotsuchi, a captain in the Gotei 13. "Kōto" meaning "Black Blade" emphasizes the Zanpakuto's dark appearance.
13. **Konjiki Ashisogi Jizo** (金色疋殺地蔵, "Golden-haired Killing Earth Jizo"): The Zanpakuto of Sajin Komamura, a captain in the Gotei 13. Its name and appearance are inspired by the Jizo Bodhisattva, a deity in Buddhist iconography.
14. **Yoruichi Shihouin's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Yoruichi Shihouin, the former captain of the 2nd Division. While the Zanpakuto's name isn't revealed, it's a powerful Zanpakuto that uses lightning-based attacks.
15. **Tenken** (天譴, "Heavenly Punishment"): The Zanpakuto of Aizen Sousuke, a former captain of the 5th Division. "Tenken" means "Heavenly Punishment", reflecting its destructive power.
16. **Hachigen Kusaka's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Hachigen Kusaka, a former captain of the 12th Division. His Zanpakuto is unique because it can be used to manipulate spiritual pressure and perform powerful healing techniques.
17. **Gin Ichimaru's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Gin Ichimaru, a former captain of the 3rd Division. Its name is never revealed, but it is known for its powerful and deceptive abilities.
18. **Shusuke Amagai's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Shusuke Amagai, a Soul Reaper who becomes a rogue.
19. **Kira Izuru's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Kira Izuru, a former lieutenant of the 3rd Division. Its name is never revealed.
20. **Tousen Kaname's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Tousen Kaname, a former captain of the 9th Division. His Zanpakuto is powerful and can be used to manipulate spiritual pressure.
21. **Kyokakujo** (虚圏城, "Hollow Realm Castle"): The Zanpakuto of Momo Hinamori, a lieutenant of the 5th Division. "Kyokakujo" meaning "Hollow Realm Castle" reflects its ability to create a barrier.
22. **Muramasa** (村正, "Village Correction"): This is the name of the Zanpakuto that creates rogue Zanpakuto, which take on the personality of their previous owners and become vengeful spirits.
23. **Jushiro Ukitake's Second Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): Jushiro Ukitake also has a second Zanpakuto.
24. **Kazeshini** (風死, "Wind Death"): The Zanpakuto of Ikkaku Madarame, a lieutenant of the 11th Division. The name reflects the powerful and deadly wind-based attacks of the Zanpakuto.
25. **Hoshihime** (星姫, "Star Princess"): The Zanpakuto of Yumichika Ayasegawa, a lieutenant of the 11th Division.
26. **Fukurou** (梟, "Owl"): The Zanpakuto of Hisagi Shuuhei, a lieutenant of the 9th Division. The name "Fukurou" refers to an owl.
27. **Goyō** (五条, "Five Bars"): The Zanpakuto of Isane Kotetsu, a lieutenant of the 4th Division.
28. **Seiketsu** (清浄, "Pure"): The Zanpakuto of Mashiro Kuna, a lieutenant of the 13th Division.
29. **Tobiume** (飛梅, "Flying Plum"): The Zanpakuto of Riruka Dokugamine, a former lieutenant of the 12th Division.
30. **Rukia Kuchiki's Second Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): Rukia Kuchiki also has a second Zanpakuto which is never named.
31. **Jūshirō Ukitake's Third Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): Jushiro Ukitake also has a third Zanpakuto which is never named.
32. **Senjumaru Shutara's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Senjumaru Shutara, a captain in the Gotei 13.
33. **Lisa Yadomaru's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Lisa Yadomaru, a captain in the Gotei 13.
34. **Shuhei Hisagi's Second Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): Shuhei Hisagi also has a second Zanpakuto that is never named.
35. **Liebe's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Liebe, a Hollow that is connected to Ichigo Kurosaki.
36. **Urahara Kisuke's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Urahara Kisuke, a former captain of the 12th Division.
37. **Yoruichi Shihouin's Second Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): Yoruichi Shihouin has a second Zanpakuto that is never named.
38. **Hiyori Sarugaki's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Hiyori Sarugaki, a captain in the Gotei 13.
39. **Akon's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Akon, a scientist in the Soul Society.
40. **Tetsuzaemon Iba's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Tetsuzaemon Iba, a lieutenant of the 7th Division.
41. **Kukaku Shiba's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Kukaku Shiba, a skilled user of fire-based attacks.
42. **Ganju Shiba's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Ganju Shiba, Kukaku's younger brother.
43. **Jinta Hanakari's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Jinta Hanakari, a member of the 11th Division.
44. **Ichibei Hyosube's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Ichibei Hyosube, a captain in the Gotei 13 and the former Royal Guard.
45. **Oetsu Nimaiya's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Oetsu Nimaiya, a former captain of the 1st Division and a skilled swordsmith.
46. **Liltotto Lamperouge's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Liltotto Lamperouge, a Sternritter.
47. **Giselle Gewelle's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Giselle Gewelle, a Sternritter.
48. **As Nodt's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of As Nodt, a Sternritter.
49. **Candice Catnipp's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Candice Catnipp, a Sternritter.
50. **Bazz-B's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Bazz-B, a Sternritter.
51. **Robert Accutrone's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Robert Accutrone, a Sternritter.
52. **Mask de Masculine's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Mask de Masculine, a Sternritter.
53. **Gremmy Thoumeaux's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Gremmy Thoumeaux, a Sternritter.
54. **Loyd Lloyd's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Loyd Lloyd, a Sternritter.
55. **Jugram Haschwalth's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): The Zanpakuto of Jugram Haschwalth, a Sternritter.
56. **Uryu Ishida's Quincy Bow** (Unnamed): The Quincy bow of Uryu Ishida.
57. **Mayuri Kurotsuchi's Second Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): Mayuri Kurotsuchi has a second Zanpakuto that is never named.
58. **Aizen Sousuke's Zanpakuto** (Unnamed): Aizen Sousuke's Zanpakuto has no name.