Ep. 18: A Mirage the Color of Cherry Blossoms
Aired on October 30, 2005
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A blond-haired young woman with twin ponytails appears on the island, leading the Asakuras and their friends to follow Utamaru in hopes of finding Sakura. Jun'ichi and Nemu eventually locate her on a flower hill, where they share a cherished reunion. Meanwhile, Aisia expresses excitement upon discovering that Sakura is also related to Grandma Yoshino. The group’s search is driven by the belief that Sakura has returned, culminating in a heartfelt gathering that strengthens the bonds between the characters as they reconnect after a period of separation.
Episodes
- Ep. 14 · Kotori hides her feelings for Jun'ichi during a beach trip with friends.
- Ep. 15 · Aisia struggles with Jun'ichi's romantic appeal while Kotori finds peace at the summer festival.
- Ep. 16 · Aisia explores rivalry and affection while seeking guidance on love from friends.
- Ep. 17 · Aisia accompanies Nemu and Junichi on a date while trying to care for him.
- Ep. 18 · A Mirage the Color of Cherry Blossoms
- Ep. 19 · The Asakuras and friends restore the Yoshino house after Sakura's party.
- Ep. 20 · Aisia questions Jun'ichi about the past while Sakura shares a story from London.
- Ep. 21 · Sakura advises Aisia against reviving the tree and questions her romantic honesty
- Ep. 22 · Students return to school while Aisia tries to revive a cherry blossom tree