ARIA The ORIGINATION
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EP 1Alice and Akari reflect on their growth after Carnevale while enjoying jam with their mentors.
Jan 8, 2008Following the Carnevale event, Alice suggests that Akari and Aika will soon take the Prima exam, though Akari doubts her abilities after observing Alicia. Alicia shares a package of jam from satisfied customers with Akira, Athena, Aika, and Alice during tea. Flashbacks reveal how Alicia predicted snowfall, how Akira rescued a customer from a gondola, and how Athena calmed a toddler. The trainees acknowledge their shortcomings as undines, while their mentors emphasize that satisfaction hinders improvement and that learning should be enjoyable. The trainees recognize this wisdom as advice from Grandma Akino. From inside, the mentors observe the balcony and conclude that their students will become exceptional undines unlike any seen before in Neo-Venezia.
EP 2Akari guides Amarantha through Neo-Venezia while Aika and Alice secretly observe the interaction.
Jan 15, 2008Akari prepares a late-night route for Amarantha, an older woman requesting a tour. Aika suspects the commission is suspicious, while Alice theorizes Amarantha is an inspector from the Gondola Association. During the morning practice, the group discusses these possibilities before Amarantha arrives. She asks Akari to show her unique views of Neo-Venezia, leading to a spot where a statue appears to cradle the floating climate-control island. Amarantha reveals a superior vantage point where two statues seem to support it. Throughout the tour, Amarantha demonstrates deeper knowledge of the city. Akari concludes the visit at an abandoned monastery garden overgrown after the water rose, guiding Amarantha through a door to a flooded courtyard covered in blooming wisteria. Akari is disappointed that Amarantha already knew these locations, but Amarantha thanks her for showing the Neo-Venezia she loves. Aika and Alice are discovered, and Alicia informs the trainees that Amarantha enjoys testing Singles, having previously tested herself, Akira, and Athena.
EP 3Akari discovers the emotional connection between art, sweets, and the people of Neo-Venezia
Jan 22, 2008Akari learns that Caffè Florian’s decor originated in Venice and visits the establishment with a companion. They observe a candy seller in Piazza San Marco who kindly replaces a dropped item for a child, prompting Akari’s sympathy for the wasted chocolates. Inside, she admires the artwork. Later, she notes the seller’s absence near the Ca' d'Oro renovations. Upon meeting him again, he reveals her earlier comment inspired him to improve his packaging to better spread joy. After enjoying a latte, Akari realizes the cafe’s art and the seller’s chocolates both reflect their creators' feelings, adding beauty to Neo-Venezia. This experience highlights how personal emotions are embedded in both culinary and artistic expressions within the city, connecting the characters through shared appreciation for these subtle yet profound contributions to their surroundings.
EP 4Akari proves her rowing skills on the traghetto ferry with her new teammates.
Jan 29, 2008While Alicia is occupied, Akari gains gondola experience by working on a traghetto ferry with three Singles. Atora offers candy to ease Akari’s nerves and suggests she observe from shore, while Anzu remains gloomy due to repeated Prima exam failures. Akari reassures Anzu, believing Alicia has not yet tested her because of her own current limitations. When Akari rows, her team is surprised by her ability to balance the ferry with standing passengers independently. The group praises her talent, predicting she will become a Prima soon. Atora criticizes the Orange Planet examiner for being too strict and, encouraged by her friends, resolves to retake the exam she failed six months prior.
EP 5Aika discovers Akira's past struggle with talent and receives a symbolic clover keepsake.
Feb 6, 2008Aika observes the natural abilities of Akari, Alice, Athena, and Alicia during practice, feeling disturbed by Alice's claim that such skills are innate. While cleaning Akira's room, Aika finds a photo showing Akira as a Single alongside Athena and Alicia as Primas, questioning how Akira remained cheerful despite ranking last. Akira explains her past insecurity and recounts a flashback where a young Aika helped her search for a four-leaf clover. When none were found, the child suggested adding a rose petal to a three-leaf clover to create four leaves, teaching Akira to compensate for her lack of talent through hard work. Akira gives Aika this clover keepsake as a good-luck charm for her upcoming Prima promotion, inspiring Aika to return to practice with renewed determination.
EP 6Alice investigates why Alicia never scolds Akari despite serious practice issues
Feb 13, 2008Aika reprimands Akari for lacking seriousness in practice, warning that Alicia will be upset, but Akari claims Alicia never scolds or angers at her. This surprises Alice, who begins stalking Alicia to understand the reason, using weak excuses when discovered. After a week, Alice confronts Alicia at a cafe. Alicia demonstrates her teaching style by having President Aria deliver candies to other patrons, praising his speed and success while ignoring distractions like sparrows. Alicia explains that criticism causes fear of mistakes, so she prefers encouragement. She notes that if Aria had failed, she would have reflected on her own instruction methods, highlighting the similarity between teaching and learning.
EP 7Akari and Alicia visit former Prima Anna on Neo-Burano Island for the Aria Company anniversary.
Feb 20, 2008On the anniversary of Aria Company's founding, Akari and Alicia visit former Prima Anna on Neo-Burano Island. Alicia explains Anna’s romance with fisherman Alberto, while Anna recalls overcoming early loneliness through lace-making. Grandma Akino arrives for dinner and shares a flashback. As Himeya Company's top Prima for 14 years, she repeatedly approached President Aria on a seawall. On a rainy night, she sheltered him with her umbrella until sunrise, realizing she had enjoyed quiet companionship. This moment inspired her to co-found Aria Company to see the world through his eyes. In the present, Grandma and Alicia express excitement for the upcoming establishment of 'her' Aria Company.
EP 8Alice's picnic plan fails when Athena feigns amnesia to test their relationship.
Feb 26, 2008Alice invites Athena to a picnic, but Athena leaves for work early, causing Alice to accidentally rip the invitation and knock Athena unconscious. Athena wakes with amnesia, remembering only President Aria and Alicia initially. The group visits familiar locations to restore her memory, yet Athena still does not recognize Alice. When Athena asks about her connection to Alice, she breaks down crying. Alicia then reveals that Athena had been faking her amnesia to determine Alice's true feelings for her.
EP 9Alice Promoted to Prima Undine After Picnic and Exam with Athena
Mar 4, 2008Alice enjoys practicing with Aika and Akari after middle school graduation. Athena invites her to a canal picnic near Neo-Venezia, treating her as a customer. Athena praises Alice’s undine abilities, while Alice credits her mentor. During a lock passage, an undine wishes Alice luck. Alice admits weakness in singing canzone, but Athena emphasizes emotional expression over technique. At the Hill of Hope, Akari, Aika, Orange Planet owners, and a Gondola Association representative await. Following a canzone exam, Athena removes Alice’s gloves, promoting her from Pair to Prima, a first for an undine, and bestows the title Orange Princess.
EP 10Autumn Moon Viewing Brings Friends Together Amidst a Well Incident
Mar 11, 2008Akari and Aika observe Alice’s debut as a Prima, with Aika noting her robotic stiffness. Akari invites Alice to an autumn moon-viewing event to help her relax. During the gathering, Akari explains Japanese Tsukimi traditions, and Alice expresses her gratitude. When Al arrives late, Alice teases Aika, who flusteredly searches for him. Aika falls into a dry well, and Al is pulled in while attempting a rescue. They are discovered by Maa, who is sent to fetch Alice for aid. While trapped, the pair discusses Aqua’s two moons and gravity, realizing their mutual attraction. Akari and Alice eventually rescue them, and Al holds Aika’s hand as they return to Aria Company.
EP 11Akira trains Aika for her exam while Alice feels lonely before a surprise visit.
Mar 18, 2008Two weeks after Alice's promotion to Prima, Akira hears Himeya Singles gossip regarding Aika, the company heir, losing to a competitor. Worried about Aika's well-being, Akira struggles to discuss the matter until Aika reveals her presence at Alice's promotion. Aika states that the competition motivates her and requests rigorous training. Akira schedules Aika's Prima exam for one month later, warning that she will not forgive failure given Aika's status as the future queen. Meanwhile, Alice adjusts to her life as an undine but lacks free time. She realizes it has been several days since she last saw Akari and Aika during their moon-gazing session. Although she misses her friends and feels lonely, she cannot find an excuse to contact them. The situation resolves when Akari and Aika arrive unexpectedly with a pizza, and Akari explains that friendship alone is sufficient reason to visit.
EP 12Akari Takes Her Prima Exam Amidst Rain and Supportive Friends
Mar 25, 2008Akari learns Aika has been promoted to Prima Rosen Queen and is managing a new Himeya Company branch, which explains her absence from practice. Alicia schedules Akari’s Prima exam for the following day after noting Aika’s emotional reaction to the news. Despite nervousness, Akari practices rowing late into the night. The exam proceeds in the rain, which clears by afternoon. Akari guides Alicia through the city, receiving greetings from friends and cheers from Akatsuki and Woody on the Rialto Bridge. She successfully navigates a narrow channel and chooses Aria Company as the final destination. Alicia thanks Akari for entering her life, removes her glove, and promotes her to Prima with the title Aquamarine, hinting at an important revelation.
EP 13Akari assumes leadership of Aria Company following Alicia's retirement and marriage announcement.
Apr 1, 2008Aika, Alice, and Akatsuki confirm that Alicia is retiring to marry and join the Gondola Association. Alicia delayed this decision until Akari achieved Prima status, causing Akari to blame her own lack of reliability. As Alicia transfers control of Aria Company to Akari, the latter struggles with the transition. Alicia reveals she postponed her own exam to avoid leaving Akari, acknowledging the younger undine's long-standing capabilities. Retired Mr. Mailman hires Akari for a tour, offering customer referrals. During the retirement ceremony, all city undines participate. The next morning, Akari reflects on memories within the company before opening the shutter for a new beginning. An afterword details future outcomes, including Athena becoming an opera singer and Akira remaining the top Prima, concluding with Ai's first day as a new Pair.
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- How many episodes does ARIA The ORIGINATION have?
- ARIA The ORIGINATION has 13 episodes.
- When did ARIA The ORIGINATION come out?
- ARIA The ORIGINATION came out in 2008.
- Which studio made ARIA The ORIGINATION?
- ARIA The ORIGINATION was produced by Hal Film Maker.
- Who directed ARIA The ORIGINATION?
- ARIA The ORIGINATION was directed by Junichi Satou.
- Is ARIA The ORIGINATION finished?
- Current status of ARIA The ORIGINATION: Finished.