"Bleach" is a renowned Japanese manga series penned and illustrated by Tite Kubo. The story revolves around the adventures of Ichigo Kurosaki, a teenager who gains the powers of a Soul Reaper—a death deity similar to the Grim Reaper. The series was serialized from 2001 to 2016 and has been transformed into a vast franchise, including an anime series, films, musicals, video games, and various merchandise. The series has a significant global presence, with over 130 million copies sold worldwide, marking it as one of the most successful manga series in history.