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Bleach: Debut in Weekly Shōnen Jump

Author Tite Kubo
Volumes 74
Chapters 686
Published 2001–2016
Genres Action, Supernatural, Shōnen

Bleach debuted in Weekly Shōnen Jump issue #1652 on August 20, 2001. Created by Tite Kubo, the series follows Ichigo Kurosaki, a teenager who gains the powers of a Soul Reaper and must protect the living world from evil spirits called Hollows. With 74 volumes and 686 chapters, Bleach is one of the most iconic manga of the 2000s and part of the legendary "Big Three" alongside Naruto and One Piece.

Frequently Asked Questions

In which issue of Weekly Shōnen Jump did Bleach debut?
Bleach debuted in issue #1652 of Weekly Shōnen Jump, published on August 20, 2001.
Who created Bleach?
Bleach was created by Tite Kubo. It is part of the "Big Three" of Shōnen Jump alongside Naruto and One Piece.
How many volumes does Bleach have?
Bleach has 74 tankōbon volumes with a total of 686 chapters published between 2001 and 2016.
What are the "Big Three" of Shōnen Jump?
The "Big Three" are One Piece, Naruto and Bleach, the three most popular Shōnen Jump series of the 2000s, which were published simultaneously for over a decade.