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EP 1Flashback reveals Yu, Yuko, and Shuichi's past while Mizuki meets Shuichi at Renji's house
Oct 7, 2008A flashback depicts Yu Himura, Yuko Amamiya, and Shuichi Kuze as high school students, noting that Yu and Yuko have not seen each other for ten years. In the present, Mizuki Hayama stays at Renji Aso's house until she enters high school, while Renji studies for exams. Sumire Aso introduces Shuichi to Mizuki, who realizes some of Renji's warnings about him may be accurate. Kuze and Mizuki spend the remainder of the day together, growing more familiar with one another.
EP 2Kuze receives Mizuki's confession after she listens to his violin recording and visits his home.
Oct 14, 2008Yu and Yuko met at an orphanage twenty years prior. Yu lost his younger sister Akane Himura in a fire and remained troubled by the event. In high school, Yuko confessed that Yu was her first love and that she still loves him. In the present, Mizuki visits Kuze's house to help with laundry. Kuze collapses while she is there, and she ensures he is comfortable while he sleeps. That night, Mizuki returns because she cannot sleep. She tells him how touched she was after listening to a recording of his violin performance that he gave her. Before she leaves, she tells him that she has fallen in love with him.
EP 3Mizuki learns of Kuze's impending death and stops his attempt to burn his violin at the beach.
Oct 21, 2008The narrative recalls Yuko’s past bullying, which Yu found concerning enough to ask Kuze to monitor her in class. In the present, Mizuki visits Kuze’s home but finds no answer, leading her to believe he is avoiding her. She proceeds to an old train station where she meets Chihiro Shindo, who reveals that Kuze is suffering from a rare neurosis that will cause his death soon. Later that night, Chihiro informs Mizuki that Kuze is at the beach playing the violin. Mizuki rushes to the shore to find him. She discovers Kuze attempting to set his violin and its case on fire. Mizuki intervenes and extinguishes the flames in time, although the incident results in her burning her right palm.
EP 4Yu faces jealousy over boots while Nagi assists Hiro and Kuze ends his bond with Mizuki.
Oct 28, 2008In the past, Yu buys boots for Yuko, which her brother Akira Amamiya considers a date, prompting Nagi Shindo to confront Yu. In the present, Nagi helps Hiro Hirono meet a manga deadline while Miyako Miyamura cooks for him. Meanwhile, Kuze visits the sick Mizuki. After she recovers, they spend the day in the countryside with Kuze resting his head on her lap. He confesses his love but states his desire to sever all ties before dying, ordering Mizuki never to appear before him again.
EP 5Yuko fights back against bullies while Kei reunites with Chihiro after five years
Nov 4, 2008In the past, Yuko resists bullying but sustains injuries, prompting Yu to worry and blame Akira for his inaction. In the present, Kei discusses Chihiro with Kyosuke Tsutsumi, who advises her to visit. Kei and Chihiro reunite for the first time in five years, resolving past issues and contemplating their futures with loved ones. Meanwhile, Mizuki expresses a desire to be stronger like Chihiro and Kei but feels uncertain about how to achieve this. She shares these doubts with Nagi, who reveals that she is currently dating Kuze. This episode contrasts Yuko’s struggle with Yu’s protective anger against Kei’s reconciliation and Mizuki’s personal growth alongside Nagi’s relationship update.
EP 6Yu confronts Yuko on the rooftop after she flees Kuze's violin performance
Nov 11, 2008Yu resolves his feelings for Yuko but declines Nagi's advances. Kuze plays the violin, causing Yuko to weep from the beauty of the music and flee to the school rooftop. Yu pursues her and declares his complete devotion. Yuko then discloses a long-hidden secret: Akira has subjected her to physical and sexual abuse for years. She suggests that this tragedy might have been prevented if Yu had expressed his desire for a younger sister during their time together at the orphanage.
EP 7Yuko gives Yu a knife from Akira while Mizuki faces Kuze's harsh rejection and chest pain
Nov 18, 2008Yuko shows Yu a knife given by Akira for killing him. Yu confronts Akira but fails to act and is beaten. In the present, Mizuki asks Kei and Yu for advice on approaching Kuze. At his house, Kuze berates her with many questions. After she leaves, Kuze suffers intense chest pains. He struggles to open his pill bottle, eventually breaking it to take medication. He recovers from the attack while stating he still wants to live.
EP 8Yu and Yuko's past reunion with Akira contrasts with present conflict involving Kuze.
Nov 25, 2008In the past, Yu and Yuko flee together and settle while Yu works. Yu encounters Akira, stays out late reflecting on their conversation, and worries Yuko, who searches for him. Yuko meets Akira, who asks if she wants to go home, and she agrees. In the present, Yu and Nagi attempt to reason with Kuze, but his words anger them. Nagi informs Mizuki that she is likely the only person remaining who can save Kuze from his current path.
EP 9Yuko and Yu confess love while Akira destroys himself and Kuze faces isolation
Dec 2, 2008In the past, Yuko returns to school while Yu remains missing, leading both to realize their mutual love. At home, Akira attacks Yuko, throwing her against a wall until Yu intervenes and is beaten. Akira then takes Yu's sketchbook into his room, where he becomes insane and draws his deceased sister before burning the drawings and himself. In the present, Mizuki receives charms from Chihiro and Kei that serve as keys to the school rooftop. Meanwhile, Kuze realizes he wants to live but acknowledges that he is now completely alone.
EP 10Yu and Yuko reunite while Yu studies art and Yuko befriends Miki before a tragic accident
Dec 9, 2008Yu and Yuko live together again, with Yu receiving drawing instruction from Nagi. Yuko encounters Miki, an orphaned girl who planned to die with her parents, and the two form a bond. Miki meets the young Kuze, who ties a green ribbon into her side ponytail. Yu and Yuko plan to meet after Yu finishes work on Christmas. However, Yuko is involved in a car accident before Yu arrives. By the time Yu and Miki reach the scene, Yuko has died. Yu recalls that Yuko gave him a key to the school rooftop to keep safe, instructing him to give it to anyone who feels sad or lonely.
EP 11Kuze accepts Mizuki's challenge and chooses risky surgery to extend his life with her.
Dec 16, 2008Kuze leaves his home after receiving a challenge letter from Mizuki, leading to a meeting on the school rooftop. Mizuki confesses her love, prompting Kuze to agree to remain with her, though his heart fails once more. During this difficult period, Mizuki finds emotional support from Kei and Chihiro. Ultimately, Kuze decides to undergo a dangerous surgical procedure in an attempt to prolong his life so he can stay with Mizuki for a longer time.
EP 12Kuze survives surgery while Yu reunites with Yuko in Japan for a final sunrise
Dec 23, 2008During Christmas, Kuze recovers from surgery and remains with Mizuki, while others celebrate with loved ones in Japan and Australia. Yu learns from Nagi that Hiro spoke with Yuko, prompting his return to Japan to meet her at a church. They spend the night together, first at the church and then on a school rooftop to watch the sunrise. After saying their goodbyes, Yuko vanishes, leaving behind a white feather. The narrative shifts to Australia, where Yu discusses the city of Otowa with Mizuki, revealing that he has found a new goal in life following these events.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does ef: a tale of melodies. have?
- ef: a tale of melodies. has 12 episodes.
- When did ef: a tale of melodies. come out?
- ef: a tale of melodies. came out in 2008.
- Which studio made ef: a tale of melodies.?
- ef: a tale of melodies. was produced by Shaft.
- Who directed ef: a tale of melodies.?
- ef: a tale of melodies. was directed by Shin Oonuma.
- Is ef: a tale of melodies. finished?
- Current status of ef: a tale of melodies.: Finished.