Gengorō Ōunabara
CharacterGengorō Ōunabara is a long-serving instructor at the Shinigami's Shin'ō Academy, remembered as the first-year Class 1 head teacher who welcomed future lieutenants such as Momo Hinamori, Renji Abarai, and Izuru Kira into the corps.
Role
Ōunabara holds a teaching post at the Shin'ō Academy, the training ground for aspiring Shinigami, where he heads the first-year Class 1. The position places him at the very start of many a Soul Reaper's career, steering fresh recruits through their earliest days on the path to the Gotei 13.
Notable Students
When Momo Hinamori, Renji Abarai, and Izuru Kira first enrolled, all three fell under his instruction. On their opening day he addressed the class with a welcome speech, praising them for earning their place and setting out what the academy would expect of them from there on.
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History
Makoto Kibune, another of his pupils, once came to him wanting to understand why the Gotei 13 had passed him over despite his standing near the top of the class. Ōunabara acknowledged the strong marks but explained that grades account for only part of the measure, and that Kibune would have to work out his own shortcomings for himself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gengoro Ounabara in Bleach?
Gengoro Ounabara is a long-serving instructor at the Shinigami's Shin'o Academy, remembered as the first-year Class 1 head teacher.
Which future lieutenants did Gengoro Ounabara teach?
Gengoro Ounabara taught Momo Hinamori, Renji Abarai, and Izuru Kira when all three first enrolled at the Shin'o Academy, welcoming them with a speech on their opening day.
What did Gengoro Ounabara tell Makoto Kibune?
When Makoto Kibune asked why the Gotei 13 had passed him over despite his strong grades, Gengoro Ounabara explained that grades account for only part of the measure and that Kibune would have to work out his own shortcomings for himself.
What class does Gengoro Ounabara head at the academy?
Gengoro Ounabara heads the first-year Class 1 at the Shin'o Academy, placing him at the very start of many Soul Reapers' careers.
When did Gengoro Ounabara first appear?
Gengoro Ounabara debuted in the manga in Volume 15, Chapter -17, and made his anime debut in episode 46.
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