Ep. 2: Hotaru praises Kinako-bou's plain design and explains Fue Ramune's history to Kokonotsu and Saya.
Aired on January 15, 2016

Hotaru shares her perspective with Kokonotsu, noting that the Kinako-bou snack captures her interest specifically because of its simple packaging and absence of mascot characters. She describes the treat as a desert warrior. Additionally, she provides an educational lecture to both Kokonotsu and Saya regarding the historical background of Fue Ramune. This episode focuses on her detailed commentary about these specific Japanese confections and their cultural context.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Dagashi shop owner's son faces manga ambitions and a girl's challenge at the family store
- Ep. 2 · Hotaru praises Kinako-bou's plain design and explains Fue Ramune's history to Kokonotsu and Saya.
- Ep. 3 · Buta-men, Kuru Kuru Bou Jelly, and... / Bontan-ame, Seven Neon, and...
- Ep. 4 · Hotaru challenges Kokonotsu to a blind fugashi taste test and helps him return to Café Endo.
- Ep. 5 · Hotaru visits Shikada Dagashi for a secret exchange with Yo, then reveals her money-making method to Kokonotsu and To.
- Ep. 6 · Kokonotsu, To, and Saya encounter strange behavior at the temple and recall third-grade memories.