Full Moon wo Sagashite
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Mitsuki and Oshige Persuade Dr. Wakaoji to Produce Mitsuki's Single
Sep 21, 2002After Takasu produces Madoka's song, other producers refuse to oppose him. Consequently, Mitsuki and Ms. Oshige ask Dr. Wakaoji to produce Mitsuki's second single. He initially rejects their requests despite their persistent pleas. However, he eventually feels regret for not assisting the daughter of his old friend, Aoi. This emotional shift leads him to accept the role. He ultimately decides to become Fullmoon's producer, a choice he makes with the intention of preserving her life. The narrative focuses on the interaction between the characters and the resolution of the production conflict through Wakaoji's change of heart.
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Mitsuki searches for her father's message in old belongings while her grandmother nearly discovers her secret.
Sep 28, 2002Wakaoji advises Mitsuki to consider the message she intends to convey when performing "ETERNAL SNOW." To find inspiration, Mitsuki, Takuto, and Meroko examine the Koyama family's old belongings to uncover what her father might have wanted to express. During this search, Mitsuki discovers her mother's old music box. Meanwhile, her grandmother almost witnesses Mitsuki's transformation, an event that reminds her of Hazuki. The group's efforts to understand the intended message lead to these significant discoveries and near-misses involving personal secrets.
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Madoka's scheme to expose Fullmoon backfires as she faces consequences for her actions.
Oct 5, 2002Worried about losing to Fullmoon, Madoka hires a reporter to photograph Fullmoon with Wakaoji, sparking rumors of a secret date. The plan ultimately fails when Wakaoji brings Fullmoon into a recording booth. There, Fullmoon performs "ETERNAL SNOW" without hesitation, demonstrating her resolve. Madoka is left feeling depressed after being lectured by Takasu for her manipulative behavior. The incident highlights the contrast between Madoka's deceitful tactics and Fullmoon's genuine dedication to her music and career.
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Mitsuki Receives Romantic Advice Request From School Friend Kumi
Oct 12, 2002Mitsuki receives fan mail from a girl seeking guidance on romantic matters. She discovers the sender is actually her school friend, Kumi. Kumi has developed feelings for a boy named Machida but does not know how to express her affection to him. She asks Mitsuki for help in navigating this situation. This episode serves as the final installment in the Viz Media DVD release. The narrative focuses on Kumi's confusion regarding her crush and her reliance on Mitsuki for advice on how to proceed with her romantic interests.
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Izumi and Jonathan arrive to investigate Meroko and Takuto's secret assistance to Mitsuki.
Oct 19, 2002While Mitsuki and Takuto attend a concert, Meroko remains at home and receives unexpected visitors: her former partner, Izumi Rio, and his partner, Jonathan. Acting on orders from the chief, they have arrived to verify rumors that Meroko and Takuto are using their powers to assist a human child. The duo decides to observe Fullmoon's release of her second single, forcing Takuto and Meroko to conceal their true involvement in helping Mitsuki. They must navigate this tense situation to ensure their secret remains hidden from the investigators while maintaining their cover during the music event.
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Mitsuki's Former Teacher Offers to Search for Eichi in America
Oct 26, 2002Mitsuki is visited by a former teacher from her orphanage who now resides in America. The teacher agrees to help locate Eichi by searching for him in the United States. Meanwhile, Mitsuki attempts to compose a letter intended for Kazumi to deliver to Eichi. The episode focuses on these interactions and the efforts to find the missing character through the teacher's assistance and Mitsuki's written message.
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Autumn school festival brings challenges as Takuto protects Mitsuki from aggressive fans
Nov 2, 2002The college festival presents difficulties beyond mere entertainment. Takuto assumes human form to shield Mitsuki from aggressive admirers. This intervention inadvertently places him as a participant in a competition. The contest offers a kiss from Fullmoon as the ultimate reward. The situation highlights that the event involves serious stakes and unexpected consequences for the characters involved.
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Madoka faces career struggles and new management while Mitsuki offers encouragement
Nov 9, 2002Following her defeat against Fullmoon, Madoka Wakamatsu experiences a difficult period marked by professional setbacks. She is assigned a new manager and forced to accept low-quality commercial work, while rumors circulate about her among peers. Mitsuki Koyama visits Madoka at her residence, where she learns more about the singer's personal situation. During this visit, Mitsuki persuades Madoka that any song has the potential to be beautiful, aiming to restore her confidence and perspective on her musical abilities despite the current challenges in her career.
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Mitsuki's worsening illness prevents her school trip to Kyoto
Nov 16, 2002Mitsuki's health condition deteriorates significantly, preventing her from attending the planned school trip to Kyoto. As a result of her declining physical state, her grandmother begins to exert pressure on her to undergo surgical intervention. The narrative focuses on the impact of this medical crisis on her immediate plans and the familial expectations surrounding her treatment options.
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Mitsuki meets Sanada, a man who sees shinigami and faces his death day.
Nov 23, 2002Mitsuki encounters a middle-aged man named Sanada, who possesses the ability to see shinigami like Takuto and Meroko. Sanada reveals that his own death day is approaching and shares a sorrowful account regarding the loss of his family. Through these interactions, Mitsuki and Sanada establish a relationship resembling that of a grandfather and granddaughter. Additionally, it is revealed that Izumi and Jonathan were already aware of Mitsuki's existence and situation. This episode focuses on the emotional connection formed between Mitsuki and Sanada while uncovering prior knowledge held by other characters about her. The narrative highlights themes of mortality and familial bonds as Sanada processes his grief and impending end.
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A message from Eichi brings hope regarding a potential cure in America
Nov 30, 2002Mitsuki struggles with disturbing dreams in which Izumi attempts to steal her soul. Her mood shifts when she receives an email from Eichi, which turns out to be fake. Despite the deception, the correspondence leads to the discovery of promising news. It is revealed that America might possess a cure for the condition affecting Mitsuki's voice. This development provides a significant boost to her spirits, offering a potential solution to her ongoing struggles and alleviating the distress caused by her previous nightmares.
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Fullmoon receives a nomination for the Fantasia Music Festival's New Artist of the Year Award.
Dec 7, 2002Fullmoon has been nominated for the Fantasia Music Festival's New Artist of the Year Award. As she prepares for the event, Takuto and Meroko discuss whether they should reveal the truth to Mitsuki regarding an email from Eichi. The narrative focuses on the internal conflict surrounding this potential disclosure while the protagonist engages in preparations for the upcoming musical recognition.
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Mitsuki hosts a Christmas party at Oshige's apartment while Meroko knits Takuto a gift.
Dec 14, 2002With Christmas approaching, Mitsuki invites her friends to a gathering at Oshige's apartment and distributes presents. Meroko chooses to knit a muffler for Takuto as her gift. Meanwhile, Madoka's debut CD is released on Christmas Eve. Additionally, Kumi and Machida confess their feelings to each other during the festivities.
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Mitsuki Defies Her Grandmother to Pursue Treatment in America
Dec 21, 2002Mitsuki’s grandmother denies permission for her trip to America, despite Wakaoji’s assurance that a surgeon there can cure her cancer while preserving her voice. Through an old friend, Mitsuki discovers her grandmother’s history: she once loved piano but blamed music after her ex-fiancé abandoned her and her daughter, Mitsuki’s mother, ran away and died. Confronted with this tragic past, Mitsuki resolves to travel to America independently to seek the necessary medical treatment, overriding her grandmother’s objections.
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Mitsuki and friends stay at Kazumi's home in America while Takuto questions his feelings about her meeting Eichi.
Dec 28, 2002The group has arrived in America and is currently residing at the house belonging to Kazumi-sensei. During this stay, Takuto experiences uncertainty regarding his emotions. His confusion specifically stems from the impending encounter between Mitsuki and Eichi. This internal conflict arises as the characters navigate their new environment and the interpersonal dynamics that develop within the group during their time abroad.
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Mitsuki loses her pendant to pickpockets while sightseeing with Takuto
Jan 4, 2003During a sightseeing trip, Mitsuki has her pendant stolen by a group of pickpockets. She and Takuto remain behind to search for the missing item. While they are looking for it, Takuto confesses his true feelings for Mitsuki.
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The gang approaches Eichi's home while Meroko finds a reversed name in her book.
Jan 11, 2003Mitsuki and her friends travel toward Eichi's country residence, during which she remains puzzled by Takuto's recent confession. Meanwhile, Meroko observes that the name "Eichi Sakurai" is written backwards in her Shinigami handbook. Takuto proceeds to investigate the location independently, where he detects a distinct odor of death. His inquiry leads him to uncover a tragic event associated with Eichi. The group's proximity to the destination coincides with these unsettling discoveries regarding the handbook and the atmosphere surrounding the house.
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Mitsuki discovers Eichi's death and visits his grave after learning the truth.
Jan 18, 2003Takuto attempts to prevent Mitsuki from visiting Eichi's residence, but Mitsuki proceeds regardless. There, Eichi's adoptive grandparents reveal that Eichi and his adoptive parents died in a car accident two years prior. Following this revelation, Mitsuki rushes to a cemetery while reading a letter Eichi wrote before his death. Upon arrival, Mitsuki lies down on Eichi's gravestone, overwhelmed by the news of his friend's long-hidden fate and the loss of his family.
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Mitsuki abandons singing after returning from America, causing deep distress to her friends and family.
Jan 25, 2003Upon returning from America, Mitsuki becomes heartbroken and quits singing, leaving Takuto and Meroko unable to comfort her. Her grandmother, concerned by her condition, removes her from Dr. Wakaoji's hospital and seeks other medical opinions. Ms. Oshige secures time off for Mitsuki, noting she cannot transform into Fullmoon while in this state, and expresses her desire to support the girl to Wakaoji. Meanwhile, Izumi advises Takuto and Meroko to end Mitsuki's life to prevent her suffering from worsening.
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Madoka visits Mitsuki's home while Takuto remembers his past life
Feb 1, 2003Madoka locates Mitsuki’s residence and finds her condition deteriorating, leading to her immediate transfer to Wakaoji’s hospital. She speaks with Mitsuki’s grandmother, explaining how Mitsuki taught her the true spirit of singing. Meanwhile, Takuto, while mourning Eichi’s death, regains memories from his time as a human. Desperate to prevent further suffering for Mitsuki, Meroko approaches Izumi, urging her to take action regarding Mitsuki’s situation to spare her from additional pain.
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Izumi lures Mitsuki to the hospital roof with promises of finding her family while secretly intending to steal her soul.
Feb 8, 2003Izumi deceives Mitsuki by leading her to the hospital roof, claiming he will take her to Eichi and her relatives, but his true goal is to capture her soul. Meanwhile, Mitsuki's grandmother discovers her begging to remain by her side. The narrative shifts to Takuto, who reflects on his past life as a human. He recalls being a singer in the famous band ROUTE:L alongside Mitsuki's parents, Aoi and Hazuki, as well as Wakaoji. These memories reveal his previous musical career and connections to the main characters before his current existence. The episode intertwines Izumi's dangerous scheme with Takuto's nostalgic recollections of his time in the band, highlighting the complex relationships between the characters and the hidden intentions driving Izumi's actions against Mitsuki.
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Mitsuki overcomes grief and sings ETERNAL SNOW while Takuto shares his past.
Feb 15, 2003Mitsuki survives but struggles with Eichi's death, hesitating to sing. Takuto shares his history to emphasize the value of life, risking his existence as a ghost despite Meroko's pleas. Mitsuki heals by singing, understanding that Eichi and her parents desire her to continue living. Her grandmother finally hears her performance and vows to protect her forever.
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Fullmoon Returns as Mitsuki Faces Her Scheduled Death
Feb 22, 2003Mitsuki’s life appears to be stabilizing, yet she remains haunted by the knowledge that her death is imminent. Despite this looming threat, she struggles to fully embrace her current stability. Meanwhile, Wakaoji and Takuto meet to discuss the situation. During their conversation, the two characters reach a mutual agreement regarding Mitsuki’s fate. They decide to take action to stop her from dying. This decision marks a significant shift in their approach to her situation, as they unite with the specific goal of preventing her scheduled demise. The narrative focuses on their resolve to alter the outcome despite the apparent inevitability of the event.
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Mitsuki Plans Final Concert Before Midnight Surgery
Mar 1, 2003Mitsuki organizes her final live concert, L.I.V.E, scheduled for the anniversary of her meeting with Takuto and Meroko, which coincides with the end of her life. She intends to proceed directly to Wakaoji's hospital for surgery before midnight. However, Takuto's powers weaken, preventing him from transforming Mitsuki into Fullmoon. Concerned by this inability to transform, Mitsuki seeks assistance from Izumi to resolve the situation and ensure her plans can proceed as intended.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Full Moon wo Sagashite have?
- Full Moon wo Sagashite has 52 episodes.
- When did Full Moon wo Sagashite come out?
- Full Moon wo Sagashite came out in 2002.
- Which studio made Full Moon wo Sagashite?
- Full Moon wo Sagashite was produced by Studio DEEN.
- Who directed Full Moon wo Sagashite?
- Full Moon wo Sagashite was directed by Toshiyuki Katou.
- Is Full Moon wo Sagashite finished?
- Current status of Full Moon wo Sagashite: Finished.