[Gintama] A comprehensive look at all the TV anime and movie theme songs throughout the series!
Gintama, which was adapted from a popular manga into an anime and even a live-action film, has earned support from a wide range of audiences.
According to the original creator Hideaki Sorachi, the work falls under the genre of an “SF human drama pseudo-period comedy,” and its screen adaptations always draw attention for their impactful theme songs.
In this article, we’re spotlighting Gintama’s theme songs—introducing standout tracks that fully capture the Gintama world, brought to life by popular bands, powerhouse artists, and uniquely distinctive units.
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[Gintama] A Complete Introduction to the TV Anime and Movie Theme Songs Through the Years! (1–10)
Overlapping ShadowsHearts Grow
This is the fourth opening theme of the TV anime Gintama, created by Hearts Grow, a mixed-gender band from Okinawa.
Singing about the bonds between friends and the strength to not be defeated by loneliness, the song perfectly matches the Yorozuya, who may joke around most of the time but reveal an unbreakable unity when it truly matters.
Released in January 2008 as their fifth single, it reached No.
16 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, the group’s highest ranking to date.
It’s a warm, uplifting track that gives you the courage to keep going—reassuring you that it’s okay to stumble or lose your way—especially when you’re pushing on alone and feeling a bit uneasy.
mayflyЯeal
ЯeaL is a girls’ band that sings the real, unfiltered feelings of girls.
The song they created was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Gintama.
Its theme—capturing the sorrow of things that fade away and the strength to keep looking forward—fits perfectly with the tone of Gintama’s serious long arcs.
Released in March 2017 as their third single, the track debuted at No.
19 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
It’s a rock tune you’ll want to play when you want to bask in how cool Gintoki and the gang are.
Samurai Heart (Some Like It Hot!!)SPYAIR
A signature song by SPYAIR that has captured the hearts of Gintama fans and won’t let go.
Released in September 2011, it was used as the ending theme for the TV anime Gintama’.
It carries the message that “including your timid side, you have no choice but to live while loving yourself,” conveying a strong will to face forward and keep living even amid loneliness and anxiety.
The chorus contributed by the band’s staff and the catchy, energetic sound are also appealing.
It’s the perfect track for anyone who wants to confront themselves and move forward while embracing the many emotions that come with life.
[Gintama] A Comprehensive Introduction to All the TV Anime and Movie Theme Songs (11–20)
Bacchi DancerDOES
This is a song by DOES written specifically as the theme for the Gintama anime film.
The title “Bakuchi” is said to come from “驀地,” meaning “to charge straight ahead.” With its intense rock sound and energetic rhythm, it’s a track that fires up listeners.
Released on April 21, 2010, it served as the theme song for the film Gintama: The Movie: A New Retelling Benizakura Arc and was also used as the opening theme for the TV anime Yorozuya Gintama-san.
Listening to it while watching a heated battle scene is sure to get you even more pumped!
PrayTommy heavenly6
The first opening theme of Gintama by Tommy heavenly6.
With its catchy phrases and wistful melody, this song features a pop sound that lets light shine through the darkness, singing of courage and hope in the face of adversity.
It was released in March 2007 and is also included on the album Heavy Starry Heavenly.
It served as the opening theme for the anime Gintama from April to September 2006.
LET’S GO OUTAMOYAMO
A theme song for Gintama performed by AMOYAMO, the unit of fashion models AMO and AYAMO produced by Tomoko Kawase of Tommy heavenly6.
It was used as the opening for episodes 253–256.
It’s an energetic and powerful track!
Current destructionSPYAIR
Popular as a manga, anime, and live-action film, Gintama has a broad appeal.
“Genjō Destruction” was the theme song for the anime film Gintama: The Final Chapter – Be Forever Yorozuya.
It’s a fast-paced rock tune characteristic of SPYAIR.
It fits perfectly with Gintama’s blend of humor, heartbreak, and coolness—because in the end, Gin-san is just plain cool!
