Ep. 11: Kippei and Kokoro search for lost Yuzu, who explains her reasons for walking home alone.
Aired on June 19, 2004

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Yuzu becomes lost while walking home, prompting Kippei, his family, and Kokoro to search for her. Kippei eventually finds Yuzu late at night, and she explains why she attempted to walk home alone. Following this discovery, Kippei informs Kokoro that they cannot spend time together because he must focus on Yuzu. Kokoro agrees with this decision. The episode centers on the search for the missing girl and the subsequent conversation regarding Kippei's priorities and his relationship with Kokoro.
Episodes
- Ep. 7 · The preschoolers participate in an athletic day event at their school
- Ep. 8 · Miyako Sends Letters While Kippei Sits Near Kokoro and Memories Surface
- Ep. 9 · Kokoro relocates to a new apartment following her father's upcoming remarriage
- Ep. 10 · Yuzu attempts independence after Kokoro expresses dislike for Kippei
- Ep. 11 · Kippei and Kokoro search for lost Yuzu, who explains her reasons for walking home alone.
- Ep. 12 · Yuzu prepares a packed lunch and delivers it to Kippei on her day off
- Ep. 13 · Miyako visits the playground while Kippei handles teacher inquiries about a suspicious person.
- Ep. 14 · Yuzu notices a bruise on Shouta while Natsu confesses feelings for Kippei
- Ep. 15 · Reiko and Kippei attend Yuzu's preschool Parents' Day event together