Ep. 11: Black Jack recounts his past friendship with an injured killer whale named Toriton.
Aired on January 17, 2005
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Black Jack shares the story of how he befriended a killer whale named Toriton. He first found the animal injured at a beach and treated its wounds, continuing to help it whenever it was hurt again. Toriton was later falsely accused of attacking a fisherman. Consequently, Black Jack attempted to end their bond. However, the whale proved to be innocent of the crime. Black Jack realized the truth and rushed to rescue Toriton just in time, saving the animal from a wrongful fate. This narrative highlights the deep connection formed between the doctor and the intelligent marine creature through repeated acts of medical care and loyalty.
Episodes
- Ep. 7 · Black Jack treats a sick white lion at the zoo and releases it after surgery
- Ep. 8 · Sushi chef Taku loses arms in accident, leading to a partnership with driver Akira.
- Ep. 9 · Black Jack rescues an elderly woman after a mudslide and confronts her neglectful doctor son.
- Ep. 10 · Black Jack and Pinoko travel to Asia to treat a 200-year-old man seeking the mythical phoenix.
- Ep. 11 · Black Jack recounts his past friendship with an injured killer whale named Toriton.
- Ep. 12 · Pinoko helps an actor in a monster suit while his brother kidnaps him
- Ep. 13 · Ichinoseki adapts to life with a prosthetic metal pincer after losing his arm to gangrene.
- Ep. 14 · Pinoko meets Musashi, who seeks to create living animation despite setbacks.
- Ep. 15 · Black Jack Cures Dying Girl Who Wants to Marry Him After Recovery