Writing

Hideaki Sorachi

Born May 25, 1979 · Takikawa, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan (age 47)

Hideaki Sorachi (空知 英秋, Sorachi Hideaki) is the pen name of a Japanese manga artist best known for his manga Gintama, which began serialization in 2003 and ended in 2019. He has also written numerous one-shots, including Dandelion, for which he won the Tenkaichi Honourable Mention Manga Award in 2002. As of February 2018, the Gintama manga has sold 55 million copies in Japan.

Known For

Gintama: The Final Chapter - Be Forever YorozuyaGintama: The Final Chapter - Be Forever Yorozuya · 2013
Gintama: The Final Chapter - Be Forever Yorozuya
8.02013
MovieActionAnimation
What would have happened if the Shiroyasha never existed? Edo is thrown to chaos by a mysterious cause. Sakata Gintoki, now lives in a world where the future has changed, without him. What has happened to the Yorozuya? Gintoki, who is now a ghost of the past, must once again carry the burden in order to save his friends. He must finish the biggest job ever, which may be the final job of Yorozuya.
Gintama: The Very FinalGintama: The Very Final · 2021
Gintama: The Very Final
8.22021
MovieAnimationAction
The countdown to destruction has begun! Gintoki and the others set out to fulfill the wishes of their teacher Shoyo and thwart Utsuro's plans. Shinpachi, Kagura, the Shinsengumi, members of the Kabuki District, and even former enemies will join their fight. As Utsuro's power grows, Takasugi fights for his very life. Will Gintoki be able to put an end to all this?!
Gintama: The MovieGintama: The Movie · 2010
Gintama: The Movie
7.42010
MovieActionScience Fiction
Odd Jobs Gin has taken on a lot of odd work in the past, and when you're a Jack of All Trades agency based in a feudal Japan that's been conquered and colonized by aliens, the term "Odd Jobs" means REALLY ODD jobs. But when some more than slightly suspicious secrets from the shadows of Gintoki Sakata's somewhat shady former samurai past and a new pair of odd jobs collide, the action is bound to get so wild and demented that only a feature film will do it justice!
GintamaGintama · 2017
Gintama
6.72017
MovieActionComedy
In an era where aliens have invaded and taken over feudal Tokyo, a young samurai finds work however he can.
Gintama the Movie 2026: Yoshiwara in FlamesGintama the Movie 2026: Yoshiwara in Flames · 2026
Gintama the Movie 2026: Yoshiwara in Flames
8.02026
MovieAnimationAction
Upon meeting a young boy named Haruta who makes a living as a pickpocket, Gintoki discovers that he is pickpocketing out of a desire to meet his long-lost mother, Hiwa, Yoshiwara's number one courtesan. Gintoki and his friends venture to Yoshiwara to fulfill Haruta's wish, but standing in their way is Housen, the Night King who rules Yoshiwara.
Gintama 2: Rules Are Made to Be BrokenGintama 2: Rules Are Made to Be Broken · 2018
Gintama 2: Rules Are Made to Be Broken
7.12018
MovieComedyAction
The Yorozuya gang returns to protect the country's shogun when the Shinsengumi police force finds itself in a crisis.
Gintama on Theater 2D: Shinsengumi Douran ArcGintama on Theater 2D: Shinsengumi Douran Arc · 2025
Gintama on Theater 2D: Shinsengumi Douran Arc
5.52025
MovieAdventureAction
In Edo, where Gintoki and the Yorozuya reside, order is maintained by the Shinsengumi. Toshiro Hijikata, known as the "Demon Vice-Commander," has long led the Shinsengumi with strict discipline. However, after obtaining a cursed demonic sword from a blacksmith, his personality drastically changes due to the curse—turning him into a completely useless good-for-nothing. Justas he’s cornered by a group of rogue samurai in a life-or-death situation, the one who saves this pathetic Hijikata is none other than the Shinsengumi’s tactician, Ito Kamotaro, who has finally returned to Edo after completing a long-awaited mission. Kamotaro comes back bearing the latest weapons and prized swords as souvenirs, receiving a grand welcome from Commander Kondo. His accomplishments are highly praised, and he gradually begins rising in prominence within the Shinsengumi.
Gintama on Theater 2D: Kintama ArcGintama on Theater 2D: Kintama Arc · 2024
Gintama on Theater 2D: Kintama Arc
6.02024
MovieAnimationComedy
A compilation film of the Kintama Arc, episodes 1–4 in the third season, featuring additional footage. The movie is a part of the "Gintama 20th Anniversary Project."

Filmography

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Gintama on Theater 2D: Shinsengumi Douran ArcGintama on Theater 2D: Shinsengumi Douran Arc · 2025
Gintama on Theater 2D: Shinsengumi Douran Arc
5.52025
MovieAdventureAction
In Edo, where Gintoki and the Yorozuya reside, order is maintained by the Shinsengumi. Toshiro Hijikata, known as the "Demon Vice-Commander," has long led the Shinsengumi with strict discipline. However, after obtaining a cursed demonic sword from a blacksmith, his personality drastically changes due to the curse—turning him into a completely useless good-for-nothing. Justas he’s cornered by a group of rogue samurai in a life-or-death situation, the one who saves this pathetic Hijikata is none other than the Shinsengumi’s tactician, Ito Kamotaro, who has finally returned to Edo after completing a long-awaited mission. Kamotaro comes back bearing the latest weapons and prized swords as souvenirs, receiving a grand welcome from Commander Kondo. His accomplishments are highly praised, and he gradually begins rising in prominence within the Shinsengumi.

Original Story

Gintama on Theater 2D: Kabukicho Shitennohen ArcGintama on Theater 2D: Kabukicho Shitennohen Arc · 2025
Gintama on Theater 2D: Kabukicho Shitennohen Arc
8.02025
MovieAnimationAction
Kabukicho's delicate balance is maintained by four powerful figures known as the "Four Devas," who keep each other's influence in check. Among them is Otose, the "Empress" of the district. Despite having no real power herself, the sole reason she retains her position as one of the Four Devas and can contend with rival factions... is the presence of Kabukicho's strongest man—Sakata Gintoki—by her side. Then, a young woman approaches Gintoki, asking to become an apprentice at Yorozuya. Unbeknownst to him, she is Tsubaki Hirako, formerly of the Uekibachi Family and infamouslyknown as "Killer Hirako." Now, as Jirochou schemes to dominate Kabukicho, Otose becomes a target. Gintoki is given anultimatum: Join the Jirochou Family to save her, or refuse and watch Otose be attacked—while hehimself is marked for death.

Comic Book

Gintama: Love Incense ArcGintama: Love Incense Arc · 2016
Gintama: Love Incense Arc
2016
MovieDramaComedy
The red-light district, Yoshiwara, is suddenly taken over by "Aizen Kou," an incense that has the ability to make anyone fall in love with the first person they see. Having been outlawed for its strong potency, the love drug was thought to have disappeared from the red-light district for good; however, it seems to have found its way back inside Yoshiwara's walls and now has the entire district under its influence. Of those affected is the cold-hearted Hyakka captain, Tsukuyo, and the first person she sees after inhaling the smoke is none other than the brazen Yorozuya leader, Gintoki Sakata. Unbeknownst to everyone else though, she was already attracted to Gintoki. With those hidden feelings now intensified, Tsukuyo must overcome her afflictions and work with the Yorozuya to return everyone back to normal.

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Gintama: The Semi-FinalGintama: The Semi-Final · 2021
Gintama: The Semi-Final
7.82021
SeriesAnimationAction & Adventure
As the war temporarily calms down and Edo rebuilds, Gintoki finds Shinpachi—who is still unaware of his return—on a bridge. However, as a fight quickly breaks out between the Yorozuya and the Tenshouin Naraku, suspicion grows, forcing Gintoki to use what is nearest—a loincloth—to mask his identity. Saved for the time being, Gintoki enters the Yorozuya office, but unbeknownst to him, someone else is already waiting there... Meanwhile, Kondou departs Earth to marry Princess Bubbles in an attempt to improve diplomatic relations. After boarding the Gorilla Amanto mother ship, he realizes that he doesn't speak their language. Confused, Kondou tries conversing with them, only to inadvertently gain their support. However, someone associated with the princess crashes the ongoing ceremony. Will the wedding continue, or has Kondou just been saved from becoming the next Gorilla Prince?

Comic Book