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Kodocha: Season 1

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102 episodes · premiered Apr 5, 1996

Sana Kurata has a charmed life. Not only is her mother is a famous, award-winning writer, but she's the star of the hit TV comedy "Child's Toy" while still in the fifth grade. But Sana's biggest concern is Akito Hayama, a pint-sized hellion who's organized the boys in their grade-school class into a mass of unending noise and violence. With the help of Rei, her manager, chauffeur and "pimp," Sana is determined to win back control of the classroom from her new arch-enemy. But as her crusade continues, Sana moves further into Akito's life, and finds that he might not be entirely bad...or entirely safe.

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  1. Episode 1: I'm an Elementary School Student with a Pimp Apr 5, 1996 · 25m Sana Kurata, the sixth grader with a "pimp," struggles to deal with her class full of troublemakers.
  2. Episode 2: The Whole Classroom Is a Monkey Mountain Apr 12, 1996 · 25m Sana continues to confront Akito, and the girls in the class join her.
  3. Episode 3: Operation Eyeball, Toothball! Apr 26, 1996 · 25m Sana learns about Akito's weakness.
  4. Episode 4: Lone Wolf, Awooo! May 3, 1996 · 25m Akito has stopped acting up due to Sana's blackmail, but now another boy vies for the "boss monkey" title.
  5. Episode 5: Naughty Hayama, Where Are You Going? May 3, 1996 · 25m While Sana get Akito open up, Sana gets a glimpse of a family very different from her own.
  6. Episode 6: Chicken-and-Egg Dum-Dum, Too Yucky to Eat May 10, 1996 · 25m Sana gets the Hayama family to watch her new TV drama.
  7. Episode 7: Kurumi and the Wound-Up Love Rivalry May 17, 1996 · 25m Sana learns of Asako and Rei's past together.
  8. Episode 8: A Juice-Drenched First Kiss May 24, 1996 · 25m Sana takes a field trip to help her forget why Rei has been acting so weird.
  9. Episode 9: Pinch, Pinch, Sana's Love May 31, 1996 · 25m Sana copes with her surprising first kiss.
  10. Episode 10: Tweet-Tweet, Love Flies Away Jun 7, 1996 · 25m Sana meets Aono, Tsuyoshi's younger sister.
  11. Episode 11: Father, You Are His Father Jun 14, 1996 · 25m Sana goes back to focusing more on her work, taking on several commercials with her Child's Toy co-star, Zenjiro.
  12. Episode 12: This Time, Sana Is the Lonely Wolf Jun 21, 1996 · 25m Rei signs Sana up for too many commercials, and causes her to forget a promise she made to her friends.
  13. Episode 13: My Name Is Going to Change Jun 28, 1996 · 25m Tsuyoshi misses school one day, and Akito and Sana get together to help their friend.
  14. Episode 14: The Summer of My Promise (1) Jul 5, 1996 · 25m Everyone is excited about a class camping trip. While Sana looks cheerful as usual, Akito notices that she is worried about something.
  15. Episode 15: The Summer of My Promise (2) Jul 12, 1996 · 25m Akito does his best to comfort a distraught Sana, who's still fearing the potential aftermath of Misako's book getting published.
  16. Episode 16: Heart-Pounding Twice Over Jul 19, 1996 · 25m Sana performs in a play and invites her classmates, teachers, and Naozumi.
  17. Episode 17: Ah, What a Surprise! Mama's Book Jul 26, 1996 · 25m Misako's book "My Daughter and I" has been released.
  18. Episode 18: A Hungry Pair Plays Hide-and-Seek Aug 2, 1996 · 25m Sana stays the night with the Hayama family.
  19. Episode 19: The Daughter Cries, and the Mother Cries, Too Aug 9, 1996 · 25m Sana meets her biological mother and half-sister.
  20. Episode 20: Feeling Good with a Sana-chan Quiz! Aug 16, 1996 · 25m A recap episode set up as quiz show hosted by series mascot, Babbit, and "Child's Toy" host, Zenjiro, recapping from the start of the story to the end of the love-triangle arc.
  21. Episode 21: Could Be a Small-Size Hayama Aug 23, 1996 · 25m Sana visits Kamura Academy with Naozumi.
  22. Episode 22: Heart of Karate and Announcement of Retirement Aug 30, 1996 · 25m Akito begins studying karate, but isn't happy with his first lessons.
  23. Episode 23: Clear, with Occasional Gone Missing Sep 6, 1996 · 25m Sana helps find Mariko, who sneaks into the set of "Child's Toy" to find Sana.
  24. Episode 24: Math Life Drives Me Batty Sep 13, 1996 · 25m Principal Narunaru goes on a business trip, and Ms. Andoh takes this opportunity to threaten Class 3 of failing them and preventing them from advancing to junior high school.
  25. Episode 25: A Band-Aid for the Heart? Sep 20, 1996 · 25m Due to the pond-incident earlier in the school year, where Mami was nearly drowned by Akito and his old goons, Mami is now traumatized and scared of Akito.
  26. Episode 26: Cock-a-Doodle-Doo, Morning Is Coming Sep 27, 1996 · 25m Sana's gift to Aono, the little baby chick, has now become a full-grown rooster.
  27. Episode 27: Give Me Sympathy and Lend Me Money Oct 4, 1996 · 25m Misako's ex-husband, Ryousuke Kashima asks Sana for a favor, Akito and Tsuyoshi become worried about her and decide to follow them around.
  28. Episode 28: Love-Love, Father Hayama's Song Oct 11, 1996 · 25m Sana and Tsuyoshi visit Akito's mother's grave with the Hayama family, which is also Akito's birthday.
  29. Episode 29: She's Here! Mother's Mother Oct 18, 1996 · 25m Misako's mother Shizuka visits Misako and Sana in Tokyo.
  30. Episode 30: My Boyfriend Has to Grin and Bear It Oct 25, 1996 · 25m Asako stars in a romantic drama with popular performer Takuya Kimochi, and rumors begin.
  31. Episode 31: The Snake Stomps in with His Shoes Still On Nov 1, 1996 · 25m A tabloid photographer named Kurosaki is determined to get a scoop on Sana.
  32. Episode 32: Dad, You've Been Arrested Nov 8, 1996 · 25m Tsuyoshi's father is thrown in jail, and Tsuyoshi and his sister are picked on by their classmates.
  33. Episode 33: Love Tastes Like Curry Nov 15, 1996 · 25m The boys and girls of Class 3 battle it out over after-school cleaning chores and is escalated further once Ms. Mitsuya and Mr. Tanaka argue about their upcoming wedding and their life…
  34. Episode 34: A Singing Heart Goes 3, 2, 1 Nov 22, 1996 · 25m It's Zenjiro's birthday so Sana plans to hold a birthday party for him.
  35. Episode 35: There Is a Reason for These Presents Nov 29, 1996 · 25m Tsuyoshi receives an anonymous gift.
  36. Episode 36: Take Me to Kusatsu Dec 6, 1996 · 25m Winter vacation brings a trip to the Kurata Hot Springs Inn in Kusatsu.
  37. Episode 37: Kiss! Fight! Karate and Trumpet Dec 13, 1996 · 25m Akito stresses about trying to buy a gift for Sana, and Sana stresses about a job.
  38. Episode 38: A Heart-Pounding Kiss at Christmas Dec 20, 1996 · 25m Sana hosts her and Akito's middle birthday/Christmas party.
  39. Episode 39: 100 Haya-Moths and the Scales of Fury Jan 3, 1997 · 25m Moth versions of Akito, known as Haya-moths, turn everyone into moth versions of themselves.
  40. Episode 40: Suddenly, One Day, I'm a Homeless Girl Jan 10, 1997 · 25m The Kurata household copes with a major setback.
  41. Episode 41: He Got Me Blacklisted Jan 17, 1997 · 25m Sana can not find work. But it seems to be bigger than everyone expects.
  42. Episode 42: The Delirious Nick-of-Time Deadline Jan 24, 1997 · 25m Onda had asked Sana to write a book. Sana then puts off the book until there's only about a week left.
  43. Episode 43: My Boyfriend Is Like a Father to Me Jan 31, 1997 · 25m Reporters believe Sana and Takeshi to be father and daughter, but Sana says that it's not true and then declares that they are lovers.
  44. Episode 44: Gomi-kun, Gomi-kun, Where Are You Going? Feb 7, 1997 · 25m Gomi does some shoplifting, and then he runs away. But, runs into Akito leaving the stolen loot.
  45. Episode 45: Mixed Feelings About Valentines Feb 14, 1997 · 25m Takeshi misses work, leading everyone to believe he drops out.
  46. Episode 46: Am I Wrong for Running Away? Feb 21, 1997 · 25m Sana's book hit the store shelves, but Mami wasn't mentioned anywhere in the book.
  47. Episode 47: Under the Same Roof with You Feb 28, 1997 · 25m The apartment that Sana stayed in gets torn down, and for another week, the Kurata family is homeless.
  48. Episode 48: Father, You Are My Father Mar 7, 1997 · 25m Misako learns something about Takeshi.
  49. Episode 49: This Is Our Last Scene Together Mar 14, 1997 · 25m Takeshi find outs that Sana is actually his daughter.
  50. Episode 50: Spring Comes In an Avalanche of Tears Mar 21, 1997 · 25m Depressed by the death of Takeshi, Sana leaves for the mountains and Akito convinces her to come home.
  51. Episode 51: Up to Today, and as of Tomorrow Apr 4, 1997 · 25m A clipshow episode where Zenjiro recruits several of Sana's friends to discuss the relationship between Sana and Akito.
  52. Episode 52: The Best Friend I Met in the Restroom Apr 4, 1997 · 25m It's the first day of middle school, and Sana meets a new girl, Fuka, in the bathroom. They discover they have much in common.
  53. Episode 53: My Life Plan Went Kaput All Because of a Kiss Apr 11, 1997 · 25m Fuka tells Sana why she slapped Akito, and about how Akito ruined her life by stealing her first kiss in kindergarten.
  54. Episode 54: Sana Wasn't Ready for Love Apr 18, 1997 · 25m Sana tells Tsuyoshi that she doesn't believe in love anymore because of what happened with Rei.
  55. Episode 55: The Actress Is Holing Up in the Mountains Apr 25, 1997 · 25m Sana leaves to film a movie in a secluded mountain area.
  56. Episode 56: I'm Seriously, Seriously, for Real, Serious May 2, 1997 · 25m Sana and the crew arrive at the movie set location in the mountains.
  57. Episode 57: A Fakey Boyfriend Lured in by Sushi May 9, 1997 · 25m Fuka asks Akito to be her boyfriend, and bribes him with sushi, so she won't lose face to her old friends.
  58. Episode 58: Lovey Dovey Times in the Mountains May 16, 1997 · 25m Naozumi confesses his feelings to Sana.
  59. Episode 59: Getting Over Injuries and Storms May 23, 1997 · 25m Sana gets attacked by Naozumi's fans.
  60. Episode 60: Somtimes You Realize You're in Love Once You've Been Rejected May 30, 1997 · 25m Upon finding out that Akito is going out with her best friend, Fuka, she comes to realize her true feelings towards him.
  61. Episode 61: I'm Not Going to Cry Just Because My Heart's Broken Jun 6, 1997 · 25m Sana's mom visits her on the set and tries to cheer her up.
  62. Episode 62: This Summer Literally Burned Up Jun 13, 1997 · 25m Sana faces a dangerous situation while filming a movie scene inside the burning mansion.
  63. Episode 63: You Can't Believe the Rumors Jun 20, 1997 · 25m Sana deals with tabloid rumors of her and Nauzomi dating.
  64. Episode 64: The Truth Has to Be Somewhere Jun 27, 1997 · 25m Naozumi reveals the true nature of his rationship with Sana on live television broadcast, and also exposes her feelings toward Akito.
  65. Episode 65: And Now, Those Two Face a Long Goodbye Jul 4, 1997 · 25m After mutual confessions, Sana and Akito argue, but they are interrupted by a nurse.
  66. Episode 66: Run Away, Run Away, Across the Sea Jul 11, 1997 · 25m Sana and Naozumi leave for New York to star in a Broadway musical together.
  67. Episode 67: New York Is Filled with Suspense Jul 18, 1997 · 25m Strange incidents keep happening to Sana and Naozumi upon their arrival in New York.
  68. Episode 68: The World Is Filled with Mysteries Jun 25, 1997 · 25m Rei goes to Hollywood to find Mr. Hamilton, while Sana and Naozumi begin rehearsals.
  69. Episode 69: You Also Have Emerald Eyes Aug 1, 1997 · 25m Sana and Naozumi discover the truth about the mysterious ghost they've been seeing.
  70. Episode 70: Lunchtime Seems Dangerous Aug 8, 1997 · 25m Sana, Rei and Naozumi spend their first night at the hotel and Naozumi encounters the strange man from before.
  71. Episode 71: The Mother Was a Complete Surprise Aug 15, 1997 · 25m Brad reveals why he is terrorizing Sana and Naozumi.
  72. Episode 72: You Found Out Too Much About My Secret Aug 22, 1997 · 25m Brad tells Naozumi the background of his relationship with Secil.
  73. Episode 73: The Stupid American Parent and Child Aug 29, 1997 · 25m Secil deals with feeling unwanted and unloved due to her injury.
  74. Episode 74: The Mother Is Gleefully Plotting Away Sep 5, 1997 · 25m Yuko has decided to use Naozumi as a tool to get fame.
  75. Episode 75: Where in Manhattan Is My Daughter? Sep 12, 1997 · 25m Secil runs away after overhearing a conversation between Yuko and Naozumi.
  76. Episode 76: Should I Go Home? Maybe I Should Sep 19, 1997 · 25m Naozumi and Sana weigh their options after Naozumi learns of his mother's true intentions.
  77. Episode 77: Papa, This Is Your Fault! Sep 26, 1997 · 25m Naozumi and Sana reconsider their decision to return to Japan and instead meet with the Hamilton family.
  78. Episode 78: First and Final Fight Between Parent and Child Oct 3, 1997 · 25m As Yuko's luck runs out, she and Naozumi fight over her treatment of him.
  79. Episode 79: There Are Fathers Who Just Can't Be Fathers Oct 10, 1997 · 25m Gary and Naozumi attempt to adapt to their newfound relationship.
  80. Episode 80: Sing One More Time, 3, 2, 1 Oct 17, 1997 · 25m Sana and Naozumi defy a new law prohibiting singing and music.
  81. Episode 81: Hello, Goodbye, My Love Oct 24, 1997 · 25m Sana and Naozumi recall to their time in New York on their return to Japan.
  82. Episode 82: We've Been Getting Along Great Ever Since Oct 31, 1997 · 25m Naozumi and Sana re-adjust to life in Japan.
  83. Episode 83: Only the Best Couples Nov 7, 1997 · 25m Sana's friends welcome her back and pay her a visit where she announces that she and Naozumi are officially a couple.
  84. Episode 84: The New Manager Is a PYT Nov 14, 1997 · 25m Naozumi is suspicious of his new manager, Riho.
  85. Episode 85: There Were Lines That Just Couldn't Be Said Nov 21, 1997 · 25m Sana objects to script dialogue that requires her to call another character a "devil."
  86. Episode 86: Everything Is Clearer Now That I Can't See Nov 28, 1997 · 25m Fuka's temporary blindness allows her to see Sana and Akito's feelings toward each other.
  87. Episode 87: Fighting, Separation, How Will It End? Dec 5, 1997 · 25m Fuka and Akito assess their relationship.
  88. Episode 88: So This Kind of Day Has Come Dec 12, 1997 · 25m Sand decides to quit acting and return to school.
  89. Episode 89: Hallelujah on Christmas Eve? My Heart Dec 19, 1997 · 25m Sana reflects on her feelings toward Akito and Naozumi.
  90. Episode 90: Mecha Hayama Mama Is Mama Hayama / The Magical Curse Is Uri Uri Urinal Dec 30, 1997 · 25m In this fantasy episode, Hayama's father builds a mother robot.
  91. Episode 91: The New Year Came and So Did a Fan Jan 9, 1998 · 25m Sana's fan club is disappointed by her lack of acting work.
  92. Episode 92: The Easiest but Not Math Video Jan 16, 1998 · 25m Sana doesn't understand the subject she's trying to teach for her new job.
  93. Episode 93: They're Appearing with the Same Name Jan 23, 1998 · 25m Sana gets a strange letter from someone using her name.
  94. Episode 94: If You Rock and Roll for a Child's Toy Spring Jan 30, 1998 · 25m Sana and Zenjiro are reunited in the new series "Kodocha."
  95. Episode 95: Maybe Things Can Go Back to Normal Feb 6, 1998 · 25m Takaishi and Fuka are now both single. Can Sana and Zenjiro play Cupid and help these two get together?
  96. Episode 96: Waiting but Rushing Adults in Love Feb 13, 1998 · 25m Asako is getting ready to leave for London but Rei is not ready to give up his career for her. Is this the end of their relationship?
  97. Episode 97: The Happiness Project: Now Lend Me Money Feb 27, 1998 · 25m Misako's ex-husband is back again to ask for money. But this time, he is serious. At least, he thinks he is...
  98. Episode 98: Big Sis Seems to Be in Love Feb 27, 1998 · 25m It's Akito's sister who falls in love with the "perfect" guy. But it seems that the guy is a massive playboy, and is dating many other girls.
  99. Episode 99: The Karate Club Is Great, Come Check It Out Mar 6, 1998 · 25m Sana wants to form a karate club for Akito's sake.
  100. Episode 100: The Blackboard Erasers Disappeared Mar 13, 1998 · 25m The new karate club member, Nakao, cannot find any meaning in his existence and chooses to rot away in the north wing with the blackboard erasers.
  101. Episode 101: All Three of Them Disappeared Mar 20, 1998 · 25m Other kids started talking bad about Akito and Sana and Jinbou Elementary School's 6th grade Class 3.
  102. Episode 102: Kodocha Continues Always and Forever! Mar 27, 1998 · 25m Sengoku's evil plot to expel Akito is revealed.