Inuyasha Episode 79 Apr 2026

Tired of seeing his lord Sesshōmaru frustrated by the Tessaiga (Tetsusaiga), Jaken takes it upon himself to steal the sword from Inuyasha. His plan? Disguise himself as a master swordsmith to trick Inuyasha into handing it over for "sharpening".

The episode quickly descends into classic Inuyasha comedy. Jaken’s attempts are constantly thwarted by his own incompetence and the group’s oblivious behavior. Eventually, Jaken pivots to a new distraction: creating a to lure the group away from the sword. Why This Episode is a Fan Favorite Inuyasha Episode 79

In a surprisingly touching moment, Inuyasha actually thanks "the swordsmith" (a disguised Jaken) and expresses regret for not trusting him with the sword earlier. This brief moment of sincerity leaves Jaken conflicted and serves as a rare bridge of empathy between the two camps. Tired of seeing his lord Sesshōmaru frustrated by

We rarely get episodes centered entirely on Jaken. His "failed villain" energy provides a lighthearted break from the high-stakes battles against Naraku . The episode quickly descends into classic Inuyasha comedy

This blog post looks at , titled "Jaken’s Plan to Steal the Tetsusaiga." While often remembered as a "filler" or "breather" episode, it offers a hilarious and surprisingly sweet look into the dynamic of Sesshōmaru’s loyal (if incompetent) servant, Jaken. The Plot: Jaken’s Desperate Gamble