List of Kamen Rider Kabuto episodes

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Kamen Rider Kabuto is the 2006 incarnation of the Kamen Rider franchise. It celebrated the 35th anniversary of the franchise and ran for 48 episodes plus a final episode marked as "FINAL". The first episode of Kamen Rider Kabuto aired on January 29th, 2006 and the finale aired on January 21st, 2007.

[edit] Episodes

Spoiler warning: Plot and/or ending details follow.
Ep# English title Japanese title Original airdate
Kanji Romaji
1 "The Strongest Man" 最強男 "Saikyō Otoko" January 29, 2006
Kagami Arata, member of ZECT, meets Tendou Souji, who has been training his entire life waiting for the Kabuto Zecter. As a Worm attacks a young girl, Kagami attempts to call the Kabuto Zecter but it flies to the hands of the strange man, Tendou Souji.
2 "The First Two-Step Transformation" 初2段変身 "Hatsu Ni-dan Henshin" February 5, 2006
Tendou uses the second form of Kabuto, known as "Rider Form" by using a process called "Cast Off". Kagami tries to understand Tendou and why he believes he is destined to be great.
3 "I am Justice!!" 俺が正義!! "Ore wa Seigi!!" February 12, 2006
A woman named Yuki is attacked by the Lanpyrisworm and impersonated, but she survives so now there are two Yukis running around. More intrigue between Tendo & Kagami, who is quickly falling out of favor with ZECT, plus a fight between Kabuto and a new kind of Worm at an amusement park.
4 "Explaining Love!!" 愛を説く!! "Ai o Toku!!" February 19, 2006
Kagami must face the tough truth about the person his brother really is. Tendou confronts Kagami and tells him that he will defeat all Worms, including Kagami's brother, Bellcricetusworm. In the end, Kagami is left with the toughest choice of his life.
5 "Order to Capture!!" 捕獲指令!! "Hokaku Shirei!!" February 26, 2006
The connection between Hiyori and Tendou is seemingly discovered as Tendou makes a promise to Hiyori that he might have to break after ZECT discovers the identity of Kabuto.
6 "My Flower" オレ様の花 "Ore-sama no Hana" March 5, 2006
Tendou plans his escape from ZECT with the help of Kagami. After escaping, Kagami is sent to meet Hiyori and Tendou must defeat two Worm that are impersonating ZECT members.
7 "#2 Appears" 2号新登場 "Nigō Shin Tōjō" March 12, 2006
Sou Yaguruma, also known as Kamen Rider TheBee, arrives from ZECT HQ with his own ZECT Tropper team known as Shadow. Kagami warns Tendou to stay out of ZECT affairs now that a new Kamen Rider is here. After saving a wedding and fighting a pair of Worm, TheBee then asks Kabuto about joining them and ZECT, but Kabuto refuses, resulting in a showdown between the Riders.
8 "Angry Tofu" 怒れる豆腐 "Ikareru Tōfu" March 19, 2006
Due to being upstaged by Tendou, Yaguruma loses his cool and begins trying to defeat Kabuto once and for all. After seemingly destroying the Zect Belt, Hiyori remembers more about her past and the boy that had a rider belt.
9 "The Bee's Insanity!!" 蜂の乱心!! "Hachi no Ranshin!!" March 26, 2006
Yaguruma discovers that Tendou is alive and well, and so is the Zect Belt. Furious, he and Tendou fight once again, but this time, Yaguruma goes insane and injures his fellow comrades in the process. Ideals lost, the TheBee Zecter leaves him for Kagami Arata.
10 "I'm Not Your Friend" 友じゃねぇ "Tomo ja Nee" April 2, 2006
Kagami basks in the power of the TheBee Zecter and the new position of Shadow's captain. However, his mission is to defeat Kabuto and after fighting him, Kagami realizes that there is something far more important to him than being a Rider. After this, he gives up the TheBee Zecter along with the title of Kamen Rider TheBee.
11 "The Party Burns" 合コン燃ゆ "Gōkon Moeyu" April 9, 2006
Tendou constantly tells Kagami that he has forgotten something important. Kagami does not understand this, but after being saved from a worm, Tendou asks him why he joined ZECT. Kagami, still puzzled, watches in shock as Kazama Daisuke, a makeup artist, transforms into Kamen Rider Drake.
12 "The Makeup Thousand-Man Cut" 化粧千人斬 "Keshō Sennin Giri" April 16, 2006
Tendou and Daisuke have a contest to see who can get the most girls to follow them in one day. Despite that Tendou did nothing but scratch cards all day, he wins the contest as all the girls collected by Daisuke run to Tendou because they all know who he is. Kagami finally realizes that Tendou was trying to tell him to remember his promise to fight Worms.
13 "The Team Dissolves" チーム解散 "Chīmu Kaisan" April 23, 2006
Yaguruma returns with a new vigor and is determined to protect Shadow because someone has been killing off Shadow members one by one. Kageyama believed it to be Yaguruma who was doing the betrayal, but in the end this was proven false. However, Kageyama is now the user chosen to be Kamen Rider TheBee.
14 "Back of the Back of the Back" 裏の裏の裏 "Ura no Ura no Ura" April 30, 2006
Kagami is marked as the traitor by Kageyama, and is chased across town by the entire team of Shadow. This seemingly perfect case is broken when Kageyama reveals that he was just using Kagami as bait to lure out the real traitor. A Zect operative shoots Kagami who is saved by Tendou at the last second, who reveals that one of Kageyama's troops is actually the traitor, the only one who could see him when he Clocked Up to save Kagami. In the end Drake, TheBee, and Kabuto have a three-way battle.
15 "The Monster Noted Doctor!?" 怪人名医!? "Kaijin Meii!?" May 7, 2006
Kagami feels betrayed by ZECT and takes a leave to try and solve his own mission. Drake and Kabuto secretly back him up and they discover that there are multiple worms impersonating the same person, and they do not try to kill each other. Tendou joins ZECT in order to find out more about this, and automatically becomes Shadow's leader.
16 "An Impossible Storm" まさかの嵐 "Masaka no Arashi" May 14, 2006
Realizing that there were three worms mimicking the same man all along, Drake and Kabuto work together to defeat them. Kagami thinks that he destroyed a worm by himself, but in truth Tendou has helped him through the use of Clock Up. Mishima temporarily takes over as TheBee because Kageyama failed to do his job.
17 "Restored Memories!!" 甦る記憶!! "Yomigaeru Kioku!!" May 21, 2006
Gon is hurt as Daisuke constantly ignores her and mistreats her, and so she runs off to Hiyori. However, after being attacked by a worm, she hits her head and recalls some of her memories. In the end, Gon gets captured by ZECT.
18 "Farewell, Gon…" さらばゴン… "Saraba Gon…" May 28, 2006
Due to an attack by a Worm from Gon's past, Gon's memories are restored, at the cost of losing her memories of being Gon; and with Daisuke. She returns to her mother and Daisuke leaves for an unknown place, realizing that it was for the best.
19 "Scorpion Millionaire" さそり富豪 "Sasori Fugō" June 4, 2006
A new man by the name of Tsurugi Kamishiro appears, and he is seemingly as arrogant as Tendou. After competing with Tendou in all manners of sports, he meets Tendou at the top of the roof, ready to fight a worm. It is then shown that he is Kamen Rider Sasword.
20 "Eh, Jiiya?" ねぇじいや? "Nee, Jiiya?" June 11, 2006
Tsurugi becomes the next target of the Phantom Thief Shadow, who's actual goal is to lure the worm that only targets criminals out. Tsurugi causes a traffic accident which injures Juka, and so Tendou punches him. After realizing Tendou also has a sister, he apologizes. After destroying Sepulturaworm with Rider Slash, Sasword transforms into Scorpioworm, the very worm that killed his sister.
21 "VS Stag Beetle" VSクワガタ "Tai Kuwagata" June 25, 2006
ZECT has made a new Zecter known as the Gatack Zecter. Due to its immense power, no one is able to use it and Tadokoro is badly hurt trying to tame the Zecter. Elsewhere, Kagami has made friends with a young boy who seems to be hiding something.
22 "Birth of a Special Compilation" 誕生特別編 "Tanjō Tokubetsu Hen" July 2, 2006
Kagami tries his hand at taming the Gatack Zecter but is badly hurt in the process. After discovering the secret of the young boy Kagami met, he is seemingly killed, until the Gatack Zecter is placed in his hands. Using its power, Kagami is able to become Kamen Rider Gatack. Kagami wins his first battle and also discovers that all Worms are not necessarily evil.
23 "Riddle + Riddle = X"" 謎+謎=X "Nazo Tasu Nazo Wa Ekkusu" July 9, 2006
Worms begin attacking anyone and everyone that possesses pieces of the meteorite. Kagami questions Tendou as to how he originally came into ownership of his belt and the truth about the financial state of the Discabil family is exposed.
24 "The Ramen Way" ラーメン道 "Rāmen Dō" July 16, 2006
Tendou and Tsurugi finish their battle from the previous episode to end with Tendou as the victor. Hiyori, along with Kagami and Tendou, enter Area X to discover what ZECT is trying to keep hidden from the world. Once inside, the trio meets resistance from Kageyama and Shadow and Hiyori discovers that Tendou and Kagami are Kamen Riders Kabuto and Gatack. After receiving some help from an unlikely ally, the trio opens the door to the center of Area X.
25 "The Proud Searchlight" 驕る捜査線 "Ogoru Sōsasen" July 23, 2006
The stay inside the core of Area X is cut short as TheBee and Shadow force the trio to make an early exit. Tendou joins the police force in an attempt to get closer to ZECT and Kagami impersonates Tadoroko to get closer to ZECT HQ. Meanwhile, as Kageyama pursued a new and mysterious Worm, Rena Mamiya/Ucaworm, one of her subordinates assumed Misaki's form to kidnap Tendou's younger sister, Juka.
26 "Love That Shook the Earth" 激震する愛 "Gekishin Suru Ai" July 30, 2006
Tendou and Kagami try to find out with Kagami's name was written in the file from 35 years ago. Tendou is questioned about the identity of his parents and Hiyori begins to suspect Tendou of being more than he claims to be.
27 "Me!? A Murderer" 俺!?殺人犯 "Ore!? Satsujinhan" August 6, 2006
After holding off a very powerful Worm that Tendou is unable to beat, he makes a promise to Hiyori that he will always protect her. Elsewhere, Gon regains her memory after reading an article about Daisuke, who has been accused of a murder. Jiya then falls ill and a grieving Tsurugi goes to Tendou for help.
28 "Why!? Death" なぜ!?絶命 "Naze!? Zetsumei" August 13, 2006
Everyone thinks Daisuke has died and that a Worm is impersonating him, but in reality it was a deception to force the Riders on one another. The real Daisuke was soon attacked by the other four riders as he tries to prove that he is human. Eventually the Worm's identity is discovered, and Daisuke retrieves his Drake Grip. Hyper Kabuto makes its first appearance after defeating several Pupaworms.
29 "The Dark Kitchen" 闇キッチン "Yami Kitchin" August 20, 2006
A new Worm under the guise of master chef Ichiro Ikesu is using the dark cookings arts to have people submit to his "superior" skill as part of his plan to rule the world with his cooking added with the power of the Black Knife. Jiya then tries compete against Ichiro Ikesu without knowing that he is a Worm, Jiiya falls ill after losing to him in a iron chef match. Tendou vowed to avenge Jiya.
30 "Miso Soup Ascension" 味噌汁昇天 "Misoshiru Shōten" August 27, 2006
Tendou pays a visit to Jiya's brother and receives the ancient White Knife blade that will allow him to win in the upcoming match with Ichiro. Kagami then discovers the shocking truth behind Tsurugi's past and must come to his defense against a Tendou who says that he will defeat all Worms.
31 "Shocking Fact" 衝撃の事実 "Shōgeki no Jijitsu" September 3, 2006
Kagami tries to learn more about how Tsurugi became a Worm, eventually he ends up at Jiya who has a secret that he has been keeping from Tsurugi. For helping him in a battle, Tsurugi proclaims that he and Kagami shall now be best friends. Hiyori, after being attacked by a group of Worms, evolves into Sisyraworm, her true form.
32 "Puzzle Unravelled!!" 解ける謎!! "Tokeru Nazo!!" September 10, 2006
Hiyori finally discovers that Tendou and her are siblings. Hiyori has became the target of ZECT with Mishima commanding Kageyama to eliminate her. Mishima is also seen with the mysterious Hyper Zecter. Tendou, Kagami and Hiyori finally enter the center of Area X, but Kagami and Tendou are thrown out onto a beach while Hiyori discovers the identity of the man in the iron mask.
33 "The Sprouting Adjutant" 萌える副官 "Moeru Fukukan" September 17, 2006
Hiyori disappears and Tendou lends his strength to ZECT to find out where she has gone. A training session is held for the new ZECT Troopers and a girl named Renge Takatori is sent by Mishima to get closer to Tendou. Tendou also starts collecting the Zecters to ensure that he will be the only rider left, but after attempting to obtain the TheBee Zecter, he meets an old Rider, with a new look, who has become Kamen Rider Kick Hopper.
34 "Breaking Super Evolution" 砕け超進化 "Kudake Chō Shinka" September 24, 2006
Kageyama begs Tendou to return him his Zecter but Tendou says he will be the only rider in the end. Afterwards, Mishima orders Renge Takatori to kill Tendou; but when Tendou convinces her to eat his cooking, she steals the Hyper Zecter from Mishima only to be pursued by both enemy factions. The Hyper Zecter is then destroyed, but it warps itself through time to come to Tendou who uses it to save a deceased Kagami.
35 "Siblings of Hell" 地獄の兄弟 "Jigōku no Kyōdai" October 1, 2006
A mysterious man called Daigo Tachikawa tells Tendou to stop collecting the Zecters. He says the riders are there to combat worms that aren't native to earth. Daigo becomes Kamen Rider Drake later on to save a mother and her child in front of Kagami. After being told to chase Daigo, Kageyama is nearly killed when Yaguruma saves him and "sends him to hell" allowing him to become Kamen Rider Punch Hopper.
36 "Red Shoe's Recklessness" 赤い靴暴走 "Akai Kutsu Bōsō" October 8, 2006
Riku Kagami tells Tendou of the story of The Red Shoes and explains that both Kabuto and Gattack has a system that forces the wearer to destroy all worms, regardless of the wearers' will. After Kabuto goes insane and almost kills Tachigawa, Gatack stops him but is unable to prevent Daigo's death by Cochleaworm. In the end, Tendou and Kagami make a pact to stop each other if they ever try to destroy Hiyori.
37 "School's Ghost Story" 学校の怪談 "Gakkō no Kaidan" October 15, 2006
Tendou learns of strange occurrences happening at Juka's school and sends Kagami and Misaki to investigate the problem. Kageyama encounters a young girl who he protects and is reminded by Yaguruma that he can no longer interact with other humans.
38 "The Dangerous Younger Sister" あぶない妹 "Abunai Imōto" October 22, 2006
The truth behind the school's ghost story is discovered, for the principal has been making secret deals with the Worms, who in turn replace students, one by one. Kagami seeks out this Worm after going on Juka's trip, and Tsurugi returns, once again as Sasword.
39 "The Powerful Black Opponent" 強敵黒カブ "Kyōteki Kuro Kabu" October 29, 2006
Ucaworm seeks out Tendou once more, in an attempt to retrieve the Hyper Zecter, but her plan is foiled when she loses her memory due to Tendou's Hyper Sting attack. Befriended by Kazama Daisuke, she seemingly returns to her normal life of singing and happiness. Kabuto is taken to an alternate dimension and meets Dark Kabuto.
40 "The Saddest Battle" 最大の哀戦 "Saidai no Aisen" November 12, 2006
Rena recovers her memories after encountering Punch and Kick Hopper, but was saved by Kamen Rider Drake. After becoming Ucaworm again, she proceeds to fight Drake, but is forced into a weak position. After sacrificing his love for her to come to the realization that she was evil, Drake makes a heart-paining choice and destroys Ucaworm.
41 "The Strongest Defeated" 敗れる最強 "Yabureru Saikyō" November 19, 2006
A new weapon is created by ZECT called the AM bomb. Short for anti-mimicry, this device is used on the general population, revealing all the Native's and other Worms disguised as humans. Kagami also goes to his father and learns the origins of ZECT and the Masked Rider system, wondering if his sole purpose is to fight Worms.
42 "Worst Terror VS Worst Fear" 最凶vs最恐 "Saikyō Tai Saikyō" November 26, 2006
Reiji Nogi has captured mass amounts of Native Worms along with Tadakoro. He demands that one more AM bomb be given to him. If so, he will release the Natives, however, they will no longer have their mimic abilities. Kagami is sent into negotiations, but things happen that are even out of his control. Meanwhile, an old dark enemy returns again to take on Kabuto.
43 "That Which We Aim For" 俺を狙う俺 "Ore o Nerau Ore" December 3, 2006
The Worm Souji has appeared in the city and after visiting the Bistro and trying Renge's food, Kagami notices something odd about him. They realize he is a Worm, but Hyper Kabuto is able to subdue Dark Kabuto. However, Hiyori appears and sides with Dark Kabuto. Nogi and his Worm forces also prepare to enter Area Z, the location of the Masked Rider System's creation.
44 "Who You Will Live With" 生きるとは "Ikiru to wa" December 10, 2006
After hearing that Hiyori does not want to return to the real world anymore, Tendou is left in shock. Kageyama begins to stray from the path of darkness as he is enticed by the sight of TheBee. Elsewhere, Nogi and his army advance towards Area Z. Kagami holds off Nogi's forces while Tendou tries to convince Hiyori to return to the real world.
45 "Christmas Earthquake" Xマス激震 "Kurisumasu Gekishin" December 17, 2006
The Worm Souji returns to the real world to destroy everyone and everything, including Hiyori. Tsurugi and Misaki prepare for their first date, but while on their date, Tsurugi becomes Scorpioworm. Tendou and Kagami prepare themselves for the approaching battle with Dark Kabuto.
46 "Farewell, Tsurugi!" さらば剣!! "Saraba Tsurugi!!" December 24, 2006
Kamishiro Tsurugi finally becomes aware that he is Scorpioworm. Driven to a point of insanity, he takes Kagami captive and demands that all the Zecters be given to him. Tendou then goes to make the trade, but ultimately defeats Scorpioworm.
47 "Rushing into the Last Chapter" 最終章突入 "Saishūshō Totsunyū" January 7, 2007
Riku Kagami has finally announced to the world the threat of the Worms, and in turn ZECT has created necklaces that react when a Worm is nearby. However, Tendou seems to be destroying these necklaces, but will not tell anyone the reason. In an attempt to block Tadokoro's bullets, Tendou accidentally injures Renge.
48 "Tendou Dies!!" 天道死す!! "Tendō Shisu!!" January 14, 2007
After confronting Tendou about the truth of the Worm necklaces, Kagami doesn't believe that they actually turn humans into Natives. Tendou and Kagami once again fight, with Kagami being the victor. Meanwhile, Mishima is plotting with Negishi to overthrow Riku as the leader of ZECT. Yaguruma is forced to defeat Kageyama after he was turned into a Native, due to the necklaces.
FINAL "Path of Heaven" 天の道 "Ten no Michi" January 21, 2007
Kagami rushes to stop Mishima's plans of using a meteorite to drain Dark Kabuto of his powers. As he reaches the area of the final battle, he finds Mishima and Negishi conducting a broadcast all around the planet. Unbeknown to the humans, the signals sent out by the broadcast are composed of Dark Kabuto's drained power and causing the humans to become Natives. As Kagami lays defeated, Tendou appears, after going one-on-one with Mishima, Kagami regains his strength and joins Tendou in a double team on Mishima for the final battle.


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