Gintama: Takasugi Shinsuke

One of the main antagonists of the series, Shinsuke was a former comrade of Sakata Gintoki's and Katsura Kotaru's during the Amanto invasion. He gained a fearsome reputation for assassinating many of the Bakufu's main officers. He was also planning a large-scale coup d'état, but vanished after the war ended. Now, he leads Kiheitai, a radical Joi faction and is in the Shinsengumi's list of worst criminals.

Very convincing cosplay! Although the photo is a little dark, we can still see his signature colorful kimono. I love that creepy look he's giving the audience. Thanks to Vento for emailing this!

EDIT: Thanks to Nocturne for letting me know that the cosplayer is Lithium Flower from Deviant Art!

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Gintama: Sakata Gintoki 02

As a child, Gintoki was said to be trained by Shouyou-sensei, but several characters who fought with him in the past have observed that his swordplay is self-taught. His weapon of choice is a bokuto with the words “Lake Toya” inscribed on it. Although very capable in fighting, Gintoki will not hesitate to use tricks and manipulation if it means a quick and easy victory as he does not like to waste time in fighting.

Impressive cosplay! I wonder what the Japanese text written on this photo is saying? Thanks to Athe for sending this in!

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Gintama: Okita Sogo and Hijikata Toshiro

Vice-commander of the Shinsengumi, Hijikata Toshiro has romantic feelings for Okita Sogo’s sister Mitsuba. Prior to joining the government, he rejected Mitsuba believing he will not be able to provide happiness for her. Sogo does not like Toshiro very much, and continually tries to wound, embarrass, or even kill Toshiro in order to take his rank as vice-commander. His annoyance towards Toshiro is mainly due to his popularity, as even the commander, Kondo Isao, thinks highly of his vice-commander.

Impressive cosplay! I wonder where Sogo was able to buy that gun? Or perhaps it was handmade? Thanks to Sensui for sending this in!

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Gintama: Kagura 02

The second person to join Gintoki's freelancer business, Kagura is a young alien who belongs to the strongest and most bloodthirsty Amanto race, the Yato clan. She came to earth in order to escape her violent heritage and at the same time, earn money for her family. She has an odd fother-daughter relationship with Gintoki whom she affectionately calls “Gin-chan”

So cute cosplay! I have a feeling we’ve seen this cosplayer before, but I’m not sure who she is. Perhaps you guys have a better idea or a good guess? Thanks to Fran for sending this in!

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Gintama: Takasugi Shinsuke

One of the main antagonists of the series, Shinsuke was a former comrade of Sakata Gintoki's and Katsura Kotaru's during the Amanto invasion. He gained a fearsome reputation for assassinating many of the Bakufu's main officers. He was also planning a large-scale coup d'état, but vanished after the war ended. Now, he leads Kiheitai, a radical Joi faction and is in the Shinsengumi's list of worst criminals.

Very convincing cosplay! Although the photo is a little dark, we can still see his signature colorful kimono. I love that creepy look he's giving the audience. Thanks to Vento for emailing this!

EDIT: Thanks to Nocturne for letting me know that the cosplayer is Lithium Flower from Deviant Art!

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YAMAZAKIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII !!!!!!

Gintama Cosers seem to get the most cracks ! I love how short & sweet this video is xD

As what Reiko said, ”Gintama is the only series where you can make the ugliest expression and get away with it”.

Maybe I should pick up Gintama.

No comments except, Haruhi Suzumiya ish god.

Nuff said. XD

Mayo and MORE Mayo!

Cosplayers are crazy! Especially crazy cosplayers that cosplay crazy series like GinTama xD! Don't believe me? Check out this video of Kanasaiii as Hijikata from GinTama. She's literally spreading mayonnaise like it was some clay art =_=|||

And the poor girl had an upset stomach the next day though. *mega sweatdrop* Cosplay is dangerous business * nods head sagely*

Gintama: Kamui and Kagura

The son and daughter of the violent Yato clan, Kamui and Kagura chose different paths in order to escape their heritage as to be expected of them for being the infamous alien hunter, Umibouzu's offsprings. Kamui becomes the leader of the space pirates Harusame's 7th squad, while Kagura works with Gintoki in Yorozuya doing odd jobs to make the world a better place (and pay their rent).

Aren't they adorable? This picture is making me hungry for sweets. I love how their wigs have the same shade of color. Great work!

EDIT: Thanks to anon for letting me know these cosplayers are Touya Hibiki as Kamui and Yun Kosaka as Kagura!

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Gintama: Sakata Gintoki

During the Joi War, Gintoki was renowned as the "White Devil" due to the fact that he has naturally permed, silver hair and always wears a white coat. He is so skilled in swordsmanship that he struck fear into the hearts of the Amanto.

Now that the war is over, however, he is stuck doing odd jobs, whatever that may be, for just about any price just so that he can pay his rent. He lives with Shimura Shinpachi, his apprentice, and Kagura, an alien from the Yato Clan.

Yes, I said alien.

Beautiful cosplay of Gintoki! The cosplayer’s captured his persona perfectly. I wonder who this cosplayer is? S/he looks a bit familiar…

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Gintama: Yagyu Kyubei

An aristocrat who was brought up as a male in order to succeed her family’s clan, Yagyu Kyubei dresses and acts like a boy but she has not forgotten her feminine self. Because of her upbringing, she was in love with Shimura Tae ("Otae" to most) when they were children. The lost of her left eye was actually a result of Kyubei trying to protect Tae.

The incident made Kyubei decide to become stronger. She is now a master of the Yagyu-Ryu sword technique and her strength is just below her grandfather’s.

Beautiful cosplay of Kyubei! I haven’t seen Gintama yet, but a lot of people seem to like this series… Maybe I should find the time to watch it. Oh, and this image was first found on Flickr! Thanks Ryan (蒼浩)!

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