Ooh, this was such an interesting episode. I really loved how the story progressed so far, and it ended on a good cliffhanger. Coco's such an interesting character, and his chemistry with Komatsu and Toriko felt so natural and wholesome. (?) Lol.

katana

5 mo

Verified

Coco's such an interesting character. It's the ikemen of the Four Heavenly Kings, lol. I really liked this episode—the story is getting MORE interesting. That cliffhanger really left me wanting more!

sandaime

5 mo

Verified

I really liked this episode. Coco really added some spice and interest to the story so far. I've been waiting for his appearance, lol. Anyway, the animation is looking good, and the pacing was steady. That ending really added more thrill.

Episode Context

Toriko expands its world and its cast in a big way here. The introduction of Coco, the second of the Four Heavenly Kings, immediately shifts the dynamic, he brings a cooler, more analytical energy that plays off Toriko's brute-force enthusiasm and Komatsu's wide-eyed determination. The episode leans into adventure-horror territory as the group descends into treacherous caves filled with dangerous creatures, raising the stakes well beyond anything the series has thrown at its heroes so far. There's a strong sense of buildup throughout, with tension mounting as the rare Puffer Whale hunt demands precision over power. The camaraderie between the trio keeps things fun even as the danger escalates, and the gourmet hunting premise continues to find creative ways to merge food culture with high-stakes action sequences.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateApr 24, 2011

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