Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun
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EP 1Chiyo Sakura Confesses to Fan Umetaro Nozaki Who Is a Shoujo Manga Artist
Jul 7, 2014Sixteen-year-old Chiyo Sakura attempts to confess her feelings to her crush, Umetaro Nozaki, but he misunderstands and hands her an autograph. When she expresses a desire to be with him, he invites her to his home for beta work. After hours of labor, Sakura discovers she is inking pages for a shoujo manga series published in a magazine she frequently reads. The pair then brainstorm romantic tropes for the story, such as introducing a delinquent character or using a tandem bicycle to take a girl home. Despite Nozaki’s obliviousness and his interaction with stray cats, Sakura tries to confess again, only to receive another autograph. The episode concludes with Nozaki introducing Sakura to one of his friends.
EP 2Nozaki introduces Sakura to his shy manga model and a sensitive singer friend.
Jul 14, 2014Nozaki introduces Sakura to Mikoto Mikoshiba, a popular flirt who is actually painfully shy and embarrassed by his own words. Mikoshiba waits eagerly for Sakura to ask for help while revealing his artistic specialty in adding background decorations like flowers. Sakura discovers he serves as the model for the heroine in Nozaki’s manga. Later, Nozaki asks Sakura if she knows anyone suitable for a shoujo manga. She introduces Yuzuki Seo, a girl known for being insensitive and oblivious to social cues. Despite this, Seo possesses an angelic singing voice, earning her the nickname "Glee Club's Lorelei." The group observes her unique personality traits during their interactions.
EP 3Kashima Introduces Herself as the School Prince to Her New Friends
Jul 21, 2014Mikoshiba introduces Sakura and Nozaki to his best friend, Yuu Kashima, who is known as the prince of the school but is actually a girl. She is a member of the acting club and very popular among the girls. However, she is a bit dense and acts idiotic sometimes, so her senior in the acting club, Masayuki Hori, often scolds and physically beats her. After helping Hori paint some sets, Sakura discovers that he is the one who does backgrounds for Nozaki's manga. When Kashima sees Hori with Nozaki, she gets a bit jealous. Nozaki later has Hori and Sakura role-play some parts for an upcoming play, during which Mikoshiba also gets involved.
EP 4Mikoshiba seeks advice on dating sim heroines while practicing for a mixer
Jul 28, 2014Mikoshiba requests to stay overnight at Nozaki’s residence to ask for guidance concerning girls. The subjects of his inquiry are actually female characters from a dating simulation game. As Nozaki plays through the title, he discovers that the protagonist’s best friend, Tomoda, has been supporting him during his journey. This realization inspires Nozaki to create a narrative focused on their bond, which Sakura interprets as a Boys Love genre work. Subsequently, Mikoshiba receives an invitation to a social mixer. He feels too shy to navigate the event, so Nozaki and Sakura attempt to help him prepare. Their practice sessions prove largely ineffective, offering little practical assistance for his upcoming social engagement.
EP 5Nozaki prepares for his editor while learning about manga heroines through daily experiences.
Aug 4, 2014Nozaki frantically cleans his apartment for his editor, Ken Miyamae, who visits briefly, leading Sakura to believe he dislikes Nozaki. Nozaki actually praises Ken compared to his former editor Maeno, with whom he had negative experiences. Sakura meets Nozaki’s neighbor Yukari Miyako, a fellow manga artist, and later encounters Maeno. Ken advises Nozaki that the heroine should express more emotion. To understand this, Nozaki acts like the heroine for a day, giving lunches to friends and rescuing Kashima from angry girls. He realizes he needs to study more and incorporates these insights into his storyboards.
EP 6Nozaki encounters Wakamatsu who uses Lorelei's song to sleep, then helps Nozaki with screentones.
Aug 11, 2014Nozaki meets Hirotaka Wakamatsu, a former middle school basketball club junior. Wakamatsu explains that Seo’s behavior causes him stress and insomnia, but a recording of Lorelei’s singing allows him to sleep and feel refreshed. He uses Nozaki’s shoujo manga to confront Seo, though she mistakes his actions for friendship. Later, Nozaki develops a fever and sends an SOS text to Hori, Sakura, and Wakamatsu. The three friends team up to assist Nozaki with his manga work. Their main challenge involves the difficult task of applying screentones to the pages. This collaboration highlights the group's dynamic as they navigate creative hurdles while supporting their friend during his illness.
EP 7Nozaki-kun Misinterprets a Day Off as a Date While Seeking Manga Inspiration
Aug 18, 2014Nozaki agrees to spend his day off with Sakura, who assumes the outing is a romantic date. Instead, Nozaki utilizes the time to gather ideas for his manga. The pair visits a mall where they encounter Mikoshiba at a doll store. Subsequently, Mikoshiba offers to serve as a model for the art club. This sequence highlights the disconnect between Sakura’s expectations and Nozaki’s professional focus on his creative work during their shared time.
EP 8Kashima Confused by Shojo Manga and Hori's Collapse
Aug 25, 2014Kashima becomes bewildered after learning that Hori and his friends are seriously studying Yumeno’s shojo manga. Meanwhile, Hori tasks Nozaki with creating background art, but Nozaki frustrates him by failing to maintain proper perspective and instead placing boxes under the characters to compensate for the error. Misinterpreting Hori’s ambitions, Kashima assumes he wishes to become a princess and replaces his wardrobe with more feminine clothing. During a rehearsal, Hori collapses from exhaustion. Kashima then carries him to the nurse’s office while wearing a bull mask, adding to the chaotic atmosphere surrounding the group's activities.
EP 9Sakura and Nozaki share an umbrella while advising Miyako on handling editor demands
Sep 1, 2014During a rainy day, Sakura and Nozaki realize they have forgotten their umbrellas. Nozaki uses this situation to brainstorm romantic concepts for his manga, specifically focusing on the dynamics of sharing an umbrella. Seo intervenes by lending them her umbrella, allowing Chiyo to enjoy a cherished walk home from school. Meanwhile, the pair witnesses Miyako struggling with the unreasonable suggestions made by her editor, Maeno. They subsequently counsel Miyako to assert herself and resist these excessive demands, highlighting the interpersonal dynamics among the group as they navigate daily school life and creative challenges.
EP 10Nozaki arranges a date while Kashima struggles with a musical role
Sep 8, 2014Nozaki seeks inspiration for his side characters by arranging a movie date between Wakamatsu and Seo. Hori proposes a musical production, causing Kashima to panic because she is tone-deaf and unable to sing. During the rehearsals, Hori engages in a duel with Kashima. The situation shifts when Mikoshiba is volunteered for a part, leading Hori to notice that he resembles Mamiko.
EP 11Nozaki seeks excitement in his manga by testing surprise strategies on Sakura
Sep 15, 2014Nozaki attempts to inject excitement into his manga story by experimenting with various methods to surprise Sakura. Meanwhile, Mikoshiba, Hori, and Wakamatsu are caught in the rain and take shelter at Nozaki's apartment, where they spend the night. Following this event, Nozaki starts using the group as a reference point for developing a new chapter of his manga.
EP 12Chiyo seeks to deepen her bond with Nozaki during a summer festival and fireworks display.
Sep 22, 2014Chiyo attempts to progress her relationship with Nozaki after realizing she has not yet given him the chocolates intended for Valentine’s Day. The pair, accompanied by their friends, attend a summer festival where Chiyo recalls the moment she and Nozaki first met. As the fireworks display begins, Nozaki whispers something to Chiyo, but she fails to hear his words. This event highlights the ongoing development of their connection amidst nostalgic memories and the vibrant atmosphere of the seasonal celebration.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun have?
- Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun has 12 episodes.
- When did Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun come out?
- Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun came out in 2014.
- Which studio made Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun?
- Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun was produced by Doga Kobo.
- Who directed Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun?
- Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun was directed by Kou Matsuo.
- Is Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun finished?
- Current status of Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun: Finished.