Ep. 2: Kou struggles to converse with Nino and faces awkward introductions to Arakawa residents.
Aired on April 12, 2010

Kou finds himself at a loss for words while spending time with Nino, marking his first experience interacting with a girl. Following a bath in an oil drum, he meets various eccentric inhabitants of Arakawa but creates a poor initial impression by identifying himself as Nino's lover. The pair subsequently attend a mass led by Sister, a volatile individual dressed in a nun's outfit who is known for being trigger-happy. This gathering introduces Kou to the unique social dynamics and peculiar characters residing in the Arakawa district, further complicating his attempts to navigate his new relationship and surroundings.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Kou falls into the river and accepts Nino's love to repay his debt
- Ep. 2 · Kou struggles to converse with Nino and faces awkward introductions to Arakawa residents.
- Ep. 3 · Hoshi forces Kou to confess about Nino, leading to a date invitation and a river visit.
- Ep. 4 · Kou and Nino’s date involves a river rescue and Stella’s arrival
- Ep. 5 · Kou retrieves vegetables from clumsy P-ko after returning injured Sister
- Ep. 6 · Kou wins the musical duel and accepts a teaching role for the Arakawa residents