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Episodes (11)
EP 1Ritsuka Uenoyama meets Mafuyu Satō who requests guitar lessons and repairs.
Jul 12, 2019High school student and guitarist Ritsuka Uenoyama attempts to skip gym class to nap, only to discover Mafuyu Satō sleeping in his usual hiding spot. Mafuyu unexpectedly asks Ritsuka to repair and teach him how to play a Gibson ES-330 guitar. Ritsuka declines the request, initiating the narrative of this unlikely pair. The episode also introduces Ritsuka’s older sister, Yayoi Uenoyama, as well as his bandmates Haruki Nakayama, who plays bass, and Akihiko Kaji, who plays drums.
EP 2Ritsuka Teaches Mafuyu Guitar After Bandmates Persuade Him
Jul 19, 2019Ritsuka introduces Mafuyu to his bandmates, Haruki and Akihiko. Following persuasion from the other two members, Ritsuka agrees to teach Mafuyu how to play the guitar. Mafuyu is visibly excited about playing the instrument for the first time. Later, Haruki and Akihiko share the most important aspect of making music with Mafuyu.
EP 3Ritsuka persists in inviting Mafuyu to join the band despite repeated rejections.
Jul 25, 2019Ritsuka is stunned by Mafuyu’s singing voice and invites him to join the band, but Mafuyu declines. Ritsuka refuses to accept this answer and continues to pursue Mafuyu, causing Mafuyu to start avoiding him. During a band practice session, Haruki confronts Ritsuka, urging him to consider Mafuyu’s feelings and perspective regarding the persistent invitations. The episode highlights the growing tension between Ritsuka’s determination and Mafuyu’s discomfort, as Haruki challenges Ritsuka to reflect on the emotional impact of his actions on his bandmate.
EP 4Mafuyu joins the band while Ritsuka practices guitar and Haruki receives a live performance invitation.
Aug 2, 2019Mafuyu makes the decision to officially join the band. To create a song based on a fragment Mafuyu previously sang, Ritsuka resumes playing guitar continuously. Meanwhile, Haruki is working at his part-time job when his friend Koji Yatake visits. Yatake asks if Haruki and his band would be interested in performing at a live show he is organizing. Later, Ritsuka teaches Mafuyu guitar at school as usual. After the lesson, he invites Mafuyu to go look at effect pedals with him.
EP 5Haruki Reflects on Meeting Ritsuka During His Band's Disbandment Era
Aug 9, 2019Ritsuka and his band members prepare for an upcoming live performance. Meanwhile, Haruki and Akihiko go out for drinks, discussing Ritsuka and Mafuyu. Because Akihiko arrived in town on his motorcycle, he requests to stay the night at Haruki's residence. This arrangement prompts Haruki to recall their initial meeting. He remembers that this encounter occurred shortly after his previous band dissolved. At that time, he first met Ritsuka, who had just begun his third year of middle school.
EP 6Ritsuka learns of Mafuyu's ex's death and Akihiko suggests he write lyrics.
Aug 16, 2019Ritsuka is unsettled by a rumor that Mafuyu's former partner has died, though he lacks the courage to confront Mafuyu directly. The situation shifts when Akihiko visits Ritsuka and proposes that Mafuyu write the lyrics for a song Ritsuka composed. Ritsuka realizes he had been considering the same idea. During the subsequent band practice, Ritsuka finally asks Mafuyu to take on the lyric-writing role, bridging the gap between his initial hesitation and the practical needs of the group's music.
EP 7Ritsuka confronts his emotions and seeks guidance from Akihiko while Mafuyu suffers his frustration.
Aug 23, 2019Ritsuka acknowledges his true feelings, directing his resulting frustration and confusion toward Mafuyu. He subsequently speaks with Akihiko, who reassures him that his emotions are normal, though Ritsuka remains uncertain about the propriety of admitting them. Meanwhile, Akihiko observes the dynamic between Ritsuka and Mafuyu, which prompts him to recall his own past experiences with Ugetsu. This sequence highlights Ritsuka's internal struggle with his identity and relationships, while Akihiko’s reflection on his history with Ugetsu provides context for his supportive yet observant role in the current situation.
EP 8Mafuyu struggles with lyrics as finals and rain approach, visited by childhood friend Hiiragi Kashima.
Aug 30, 2019With the live performance date drawing near, the season transitions into the rainy period while the high school students face their final examinations. Mafuyu encounters difficulties in writing lyrics for the upcoming event. During this stressful time, he receives a visit from Hiiragi Kashima, a childhood friend who is also known to Yuki. This encounter occurs amidst the pressure of the approaching show and the academic challenges of the semester, highlighting the personal connections and external pressures affecting the characters as they prepare for the significant musical performance.
EP 9Ritsuka buys guitar strings and confesses feelings to Mafuyu before their concert performance.
Sep 6, 2019During preparations for a concert, Ritsuka and Mafuyu experience a minor disagreement that results in a broken guitar string. Haruki instructs Ritsuka to purchase replacements, prompting Ritsuka to realize that Mafuyu has been consistently attempting to fulfill his requests throughout their time together. While changing the strings, Ritsuka openly shares his true feelings with Mafuyu. Despite the fact that lyrics remain unfinished, the scheduled time for their performance eventually arrives, leading to an unresolved conclusion regarding their musical presentation.
EP 10Ritsuka visits feverish Mafuyu while the band plans their future and name
Sep 13, 2019Ritsuka reflects on his impulsive kiss with Mafuyu during the recent concert. Learning that Mafuyu missed school due to a fever, Ritsuka decides to pay him a visit. The following day, Mafuyu has recovered sufficiently to join the group. The band members gather to celebrate his return to health. During this meeting, they discuss their long-term goals and the future direction of their musical career. A key part of their discussion involves selecting an appropriate name for the group as they attempt to define their identity moving forward.
EP 11Mafuyu and Ritsuka navigate mutual feelings while consulting Haruki and Akihiko about romance in the band.
Sep 20, 2019Mafuyu confesses his romantic feelings to Ritsuka, who is thrilled to learn that the affection is mutual. Despite this joy, Ritsuka recalls his previous stance that band members must not introduce personal relationships into their professional dynamic. To resolve this conflict, the pair decides to discuss the situation with Haruki and Akihiko. Haruki provides a stern lecture regarding the potential complications, while Akihiko offers his congratulations instead. Meanwhile, Haruki, who harbors feelings for Akihiko, observes the interaction from a different perspective, adding a layer of complexity to the group's interpersonal dynamics as they navigate the boundaries between friendship, music, and romance.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Given have?
- Given has 11 episodes.
- When did Given come out?
- Given came out in 2019.
- Which studio made Given?
- Given was produced by Lerche.
- Who directed Given?
- Given was directed by Hiromi Kikuta.
- Is Given finished?
- Current status of Given: Finished.