Aliens from outer space, the Amanto, have invaded Earth and taken control of feudal Japan. As a result, swords are prohibited, and Japan's samurai are considered with contempt. Gintoki Sakata, on the other hand, still has the heart of a samurai, despite his love of sweets and profession as a yorozuya. Shinpachi Shimura, a young man with glasses and a strong heart, Kagura, with her umbrella and seemingly boundless stomach, and Sadaharu, their huge pet dog, accompany him in his jack-of-all-trades line of business. Of course, these odd tasks aren't always easy, as they frequently have run-ins with the cops, ragtag rebels, and assassins, which frequently result in amusing but disastrous outcomes.
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