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- 1EP 1
The Iokawa and Amino families visit the beach with special guest Shouko, leading to unexpected age-swapping events.
Oct 6, 2006Karada prepares breakfast and bentos for a beach trip with her brother Hiro, meeting the Amino siblings Tetsumasa and Touko at the station. They are surprised by the presence of Nogami Shouko, who remains distant during the journey. Shouko had returned to Japan to start over, and her encounter with Hiro was unplanned. At the beach, it is revealed that Karada will soon enter middle school despite her small stature, a fact that attracts Tetsumasa’s affection. Shouko knew Hiro in America, leading Touko to speculate about a past romance. Karada senses tension but is told to wait until she is older. Hiro buys Karada white bows, which Shouko dismisses as childish, causing Karada to run off. Later, Hiro and Shouko discuss their past; Shouko expresses regret over not knowing Hiro’s preferences and accuses him of leaving her. After slapping Hiro, she flees. Shouko and Karada meet by the wishing stone, where moonlight causes them to switch ages.
- 2EP 2
Karada and Shouko swap ages after a wish, leaving Hiro searching for Karada
Oct 13, 2006After Karada makes a wish to grow older, she and Shouko unexpectedly switch ages. Hiro spends the entire day and night searching for Karada, but fails to locate her. Eventually, he encounters both Shouko and Karada together. However, he does not recognize either of them due to the age swap. The story focuses on Hiro's efforts to find Karada and the subsequent confusion when he meets the two girls without realizing their identities. This narrative highlights the consequences of the wish and the resulting disorientation for Hiro as he navigates the situation.
- 3EP 3
Shouko and Karada adjust to their new situation while Hiro discovers the age switch.
Oct 20, 2006Shouko and Karada start to adapt to their changed circumstances. Hiro, who is searching for Karada, visits Shouko's apartment. He initially mistakes Shouko for Karada's younger sister. Eventually, Hiro learns about the age switch between the two. During this encounter, details regarding Shouko's past relationship with Hiro are revealed to the audience. The episode focuses on the characters' adjustment to their new reality and the uncovering of previous connections between Shouko and Hiro.
- 4EP 4
Hiro accepts the age swap between Karada and Shoukou before attending a summer festival
Oct 27, 2006Hiro is compelled to accept the reality that Karada and Shoukou have swapped ages, a situation that proves particularly difficult for Karada to handle. Following this challenging adjustment period, the characters attend a summer festival together. During this event, they are able to reach a mutual understanding regarding their circumstances. The narrative focuses on Hiro's acceptance of the age switch and the subsequent resolution achieved by the group during their outing.
- 5EP 5
Karada invites Shoukou to live with her brother while Tetsu studies instead of searching.
Nov 3, 2006Karada persuades Shoukou to come live with her and her older brother. Shoukou meets Kotomi, who tries to make her play with the kids. Meanwhile, Tetsu is being forced into staying home studying while he wants to look for Karada.
- 6EP 6
Tetsu searches for Karada at her apartment and explores a hidden river source together
Nov 10, 2006Tetsu visits Karada's apartment to find her and speaks with her directly, yet he fails to recognize her. Throughout the remainder of the day, the pair wander around town, visiting various locations that Karada might frequent. Their search eventually leads them to a secluded area where they discover the hidden source of the river's water.
- 7EP 7
Karada and Shoukou bake a birthday cake for Hiro while Shoukou reflects on their shared history.
Nov 17, 2006The narrative centers on Hiro’s birthday celebration, during which Karata takes the initiative to bake a cake for the occasion. Shoukou assists Karata in this task, contributing to the preparation process. Amidst these domestic activities, Shoukou’s thoughts drift toward her previous experiences with Hiro, as she struggles to set aside memories of their past interactions. The episode juxtaposes the immediate, cooperative effort of making the birthday treat with Shoukou’s internal contemplation regarding her history with Hiro, highlighting the tension between present actions and lingering personal reflections without revealing future plot developments or character resolutions.
- 8EP 8
Karada struggles with independent living and recalls memories during a rainstorm
Nov 24, 2006Karada departs to establish an independent life but quickly discovers the significant difficulties involved in managing daily responsibilities alone. While caught in a heavy rainstorm, she reflects on her previous experiences, specifically remembering the time she spent with her parents and the moment she initially encountered Hiro. These recollections highlight the challenges she faces while trying to navigate life without her previous support system.
- 9EP 9
Karada begins working at a pension to support herself while Tetsu and Kotomi search for her.
Dec 1, 2006Karada takes a job at a pension to become financially independent and live on her own. At the same time, Tetsu continues his efforts to find Karada. This time, Kotomi joins Tetsu in the search, assisting him in his quest to locate her. The narrative focuses on Karada's new living situation and the ongoing search by Tetsu and Kotomi.
- 10EP 10
Tetsu remains unaware he has already met Karada while searching for her.
Dec 8, 2006Tetsu continues his eager search for Karada, completely unaware that he has already encountered her. As rain begins to fall and Tetsu has not yet returned, Karada decides to venture out to look for him. The narrative highlights the irony of their situation, where both characters are actively seeking one another without realizing their prior meeting. This segment focuses on the immediate actions taken by Karada in response to the weather and Tetsu's absence, setting the stage for their eventual reunion.
- 11EP 11
Karada reveals her true identity to Tetsu after his cold, while Hiro and Shouko travel by train.
Dec 15, 2006Following his recovery from a cold, Tetsu is informed of Karada’s actual identity, yet he refuses to accept the truth. Meanwhile, Hiro and Shouko reconcile with their past actions toward one another. The pair then board a train together, embarking on a journey to visit Karada. This sequence highlights the shifting dynamics between the characters as they navigate personal revelations and seek resolution through their shared travel plans.
- 12EP 12
Tetsu believes Karada became an adult as Kotomi departs with a wishing stone fragment.
Dec 22, 2006Tetsu comes to believe that Karada has been transformed into an adult. Kotomi prepares to leave the town to visit her father, and before departing, she gives Shouko a piece of the wishing stone she possessed. The narrative implies that the age switch between the characters has been reversed. The scene concludes with a final shot showing the wishing stone crumbling and fading into dust, marking the end of this sequence.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Asatte no Houkou have?
- Asatte no Houkou has 12 episodes.
- When did Asatte no Houkou come out?
- Asatte no Houkou came out in 2006.
- Which studio made Asatte no Houkou?
- Asatte no Houkou was produced by J.C.STAFF.
- Who directed Asatte no Houkou?
- Asatte no Houkou was directed by Youta Tsuruoka.
- Is Asatte no Houkou finished?
- Current status of Asatte no Houkou: Finished.