Bleach Episode 297 Instant
: This is a Canon episode, essential for the main storyline. It is followed by episode 298, which contains film tie-in filler. Critical Reception & Key Moments
: Simultaneously, Isshin Kurosaki pushes Aizen to his physical limits. Aizen admits he has reached the peak of what a Soul Reaper can achieve, only to reveal that the Hōgyoku is beginning a "metamorphosis" to evolve him into a higher being. Bleach Episode 297
: Produced in 16:9 widescreen format, which was standard for the series starting from episode 168. : This is a Canon episode, essential for the main storyline