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1 / 2- 1EP 1
The light music club seniors face homeroom surprises and recruitment struggles.
Apr 7, 2010Yui, Mio, Ritsu, Tsumugi, and Nodoka discover they share a homeroom class, arranged by teacher Sawako to simplify her memory. Since Azusa is in her junior year of the light music club, the group aims to recruit new members to ensure the club survives their graduation. Their efforts to attract students fail, shifting their focus to a performance for the freshman reception. Afterward, Azusa feels depressed about the lack of new recruits. However, after speaking with Ui and Jun and hearing Yui’s comments, she accepts that the five of them are sufficient for now.
- 2EP 2
The girls sell Sawako's old guitar for a shockingly low price and buy Azusa a pet turtle named Ton.
Apr 14, 2010While clearing the club room, the band discovers an old guitar previously owned by Sawako. Because the instrument has aged, Sawako permits the girls to sell it and contribute the proceeds to the club budget. After purchasing a storage shelf at a home superstore, they take the guitar to a music store, where they are surprised to learn it is valued at only ¥500,000. When Sawako asks about the sale, Ritsu attempts to lie about the value, but this backfires when Sawako requests a receipt, resulting in the club receiving considerably less money. Despite the financial loss, Sawako allows the girls to purchase one item with the funds. Noticing Azusa’s concern over lacking freshmen to mentor, the group decides to buy her a pet turtle, which they name Ton.
- 3EP 3
Ritsu questions her drumming role while Yui attempts to help her stand out more
Apr 21, 2010Ritsu decides to quit drumming after feeling invisible in performance videos, attempting guitar and keyboard without success. Yui tries various methods to make Ritsu stand out but fails. That night, Ritsu remembers her daily practice routine and watches a concert video of The Who, realizing she loves drumming despite not always being in the spotlight. The following day, Tsumugi presents a new song titled "Honey Sweet Tea Time," which was inspired by Ritsu's earlier keyboard attempts. The episode highlights Ritsu's self-doubt and eventual reaffirmation of her passion for the drums through reflection on her musical journey.
- 4EP 4
The light music club seniors travel to Kyoto for a school field trip.
Apr 28, 2010During the train ride, Mio feels annoyed by Yui and Ritsu’s childish behavior and realizes she must supervise them. After visiting shrines and attractions, the group returns to their inn, where the girls’ bad habits continue to irritate both Mio and Sawako. The following day, the group explores Kyoto, but Mio laments that no one wishes to engage in tourist activities. While returning to the train station, they get lost along with Nodoka’s group. Eventually, Mio gives in to the others’ playful nature and relaxes for the remainder of the trip.
- 5EP 5
Azusa and friends stay behind while seniors travel to Kyoto.
May 5, 2010With the light music club seniors away in Kyoto, Azusa, Ui, and Jun spend time together. Concerned that Ui would be lonely without her sister, Azusa and Jun arrange a sleepover at Ui’s house, with Azusa assisting her underclassmen in the jazz club in return. The next morning brings rain, leading the trio to visit an arcade where Ui achieves a home run in a batting game. Azusa then remembers she must feed Ton. Back in the light music club room, the three girls hold a jam session. The other members return the following day, presenting Azusa with a keychain that is part of a set spelling out "light music club".
- 6EP 6
Yui gets soaked in rain and wears Sawako's maid outfit while Azusa helps with her guitar.
May 12, 2010During a heavy downpour, Yui becomes drenched while protecting her guitar. She dries her clothes in a maid costume crafted by Sawako until reprimanded. Azusa assists Yui with guitar maintenance. When rain persists the next day, friends suggest storing the instrument in the clubroom overnight, causing Yui anxiety. The following day, Yui is delighted to retrieve her guitar and brings it to class, but Sawako instructs her to put it away.
- 7EP 7
Mio feels watched until a hair sticker is revealed, leading to a fan club tea party hosted by Nodoka.
May 19, 2010Mio feels uneasy believing she is being watched, but the cause is merely a sticker in her hair. Nodoka visits with fan club members, prompting memories of the previous year when Mio sought student council help regarding a stalker. She met former president Megumi Sokabe, who was actually her fan club leader seeking more attention before graduation. Mio and the band performed a private concert as a farewell gift. Megumi then handed the presidency to Nodoka. Now, Nodoka requests a special tea party since she has not yet done anything for the club. Mio is initially embarrassed by the required skits and service but warms up while viewing a slideshow of her time with the band. The event concludes with a performance and a group photo, which Azusa sends to Megumi.
- 8EP 8
Yui and Ritsu struggle with university decisions while Nodoka shares past memories.
May 26, 2010Yui and Ritsu face difficulties while completing university application forms due to their indecisiveness regarding their future paths. Nodoka recounts her history with Yui, explaining how they became friends in kindergarten and noting Yui's personal growth since joining the light music club. Mio and Ritsu subsequently share their own meeting story, highlighting how Ritsu supported a nervous Mio during fourth grade when she had to read her award-winning essay aloud. When Yui tries to list "musician" as her career choice, her attempt is rejected, causing Nodoka to laugh. Despite seeking advice from classmates, Yui remains confused and suggests she will simply do her best, a response that is also rejected.
- 9EP 9
Yui enters a talent show to repay her neighbor while preparing for finals with Azusa's help
Jun 2, 2010With final exams approaching, Yui faces academic pressure until a neighbor, whom she frequently assists, mentions a post-exam talent show. Determined to express her gratitude, Yui decides to participate despite concerns from her friends about managing both responsibilities. Azusa joins the performance and helps Yui study. After completing their tests, the pair performs their routine. Although they do not win the competition, Yui presents her participation prize to the elderly woman as a token of thanks. Ultimately, Yui successfully passes her exams with high scores, balancing her social obligations with her academic duties.
- 10EP 10
Sawako Meets Norimi and Yui Joins Death Devil Band
Jun 9, 2010Sawako’s clubmates follow her to a meeting with Norimi, a guitarist from the former light music club Death Devil. Norimi explains that the band was hired to play at a classmate’s wedding, but Sawako refuses to join due to her public image. When the other girls fail to persuade her, Yui volunteers to play guitar instead. However, Yui inadvertently shifts the band’s style toward a cute aesthetic, prompting Sawako to take the stage and demonstrate the group’s true rock identity. Although her secret passion is exposed, Sawako maintains her popularity among the freshmen.
- 11EP 11
The girls struggle with the heat and install an air conditioner despite Yui's allergy.
Jun 16, 2010On a sweltering day, the club members notice Ton shedding in his tank and seek relief from the heat. They drag Sawako from the staff room so Tsumugi can retrieve a larger aquarium. The group questions the lack of air conditioning in their room, discovering that Ritsu failed to submit a request because she missed student council meetings. After appealing to the student council, an air conditioner is installed. However, the relief is short-lived as Yui collapses, realizing she is allergic to the cold air.
- 12EP 12
The girls attend a mountain rock festival with Sawako's tickets and agree to perform next year.
Jun 23, 2010As summer vacation begins, the group abandons their planned training camp to attend a mountain rock festival, utilizing tickets provided by Sawako. They adhere to her rigorous survival guide before the event commences. While Mio becomes captivated by the music, Tsumugi and Yui experience disappointment due to unavailable food options. The friends subsequently split up to enjoy performances by different acts. Mio is drawn to a left-handed guitarist, whereas Sawako headbangs to a heavy metal band in isolation. Following a day of musical enjoyment, the group gathers under the night sky to listen to distant bands. They conclude their time together by making a mutual promise to perform at the subsequent summer festival.
- 13EP 13
Azusa spends time with Ui and Jun, dreaming of the band before a festival outing.
Jun 30, 2010While her bandmates study for exams, Azusa relaxes with Ui, experiencing strange dreams about them. The group visits a swimming pool where Jun regrets not joining the light music club. They later encounter Yui and the others, attending a summer festival together before getting separated in the crowd. Jun considers joining the club if no other members are found by next year. Azusa worries about being alone and vows to ensure the upcoming school festival performance is a success.
- 14EP 14
Ritsu and Tsumugi bond while Yui and Nodoka struggle with homework and cake strawberries.
Jul 7, 2010Ritsu spends time with Tsumugi after failing to invite Mio, visiting an arcade and a candy store where Tsumugi admires inexpensive goods. Simultaneously, Yui hosts Nodoka for homework assistance but becomes distressed when Nodoka eats the strawberry from her cake. Tsumugi desires a physical bond with Mio similar to Ritsu’s, asking Ritsu to strike her, but Ritsu refuses. Ritsu tries training Tsumugi to act foolish enough for Mio to hit her, yet this fails. Tsumugi then eats the strawberry from Mio’s cake, causing Mio to cry. After direct requests fail, Tsumugi finally receives a hit only after suggesting Ritsu would be popular with girls if she were male.
- 15EP 15
School Marathon Race and Yui's Disappearance
Jul 14, 2010After summer break, students face a 5000 metres marathon that Yui dreads. The course view from Sawako's car fails to improve her mood. During the race, Yui becomes distracted, and fatigue sets in for all runners. They attempt various methods to stay motivated. Upon reaching a steep hill, the group realizes Yui is missing and begins searching. Ui deduces Yui is at an old lady's house after injuring her knee. In the final stretch, Yui fears no mochi for the last place finisher. This motivates everyone to sprint. Mio, unwilling to be last, trips and rolls extravagantly across the finish line. The group enjoys red bean soup and rice cakes while Sawako continues her search for Yui.
- 16EP 16
Azusa attempts to practice with club members but faces various interruptions and distractions.
Jul 21, 2010Azusa decides the light music club needs more practice after noticing recent slacking. She approaches Tsumugi for guitar lessons, but her plans to practice with Mio are interrupted when Ritsu needs help, leading the group to spend the evening at Ritsu's house. The following day, Azusa finds Yui in the club room and ends up cleaning Ton's tank instead of playing music. Yui struggles to read sheet music for a composition by Tsumugi, so Azusa assists her. Yui then reminds Azusa of her unique qualities and gives her a personalized keychain, shifting the focus from strict practice to personal connection and support within the group.
- 17EP 17
The club room is closed for repairs, forcing the girls to seek alternative practice locations.
Jul 28, 2010With the club room unavailable for repairs, the members search for a suitable place to practice. They attempt to write lyrics for a song composed by Tsumugi but fail to find space within the school. Consequently, they rent a studio, yet spend the session debating lyrics and exhaust their time without practicing. The room reopens the next day. That evening, Ui assists Yui with lyric writing but catches a cold. Yui, who typically depends on Ui, takes care of her sick friend. This experience makes Yui realize Ui's significance, prompting her to compose lyrics dedicated to her. These new lyrics are subsequently approved by the rest of the club members, marking a moment of personal growth and appreciation within the group.
- 18EP 18
Mio and Ritsu prepare for Romeo and Juliet roles while Azusa worries about concert rehearsals.
Aug 4, 2010Mio and Ritsu are dismayed to be cast as Romeo and Juliet in their class play. Mio struggles with stage pressure, while Ritsu fails to act ladylike enough. After rejecting other girls' training, they hold a cram session, impersonating each other to find the key to their roles. Tsumugi notices Mio’s lack of confidence and arranges for her to work as a maid in a high-end cafe to overcome embarrassment. Although Mio gains some confidence, she insists this experience differs from being on stage. Meanwhile, Azusa becomes concerned that everyone is focused on play rehearsals, leaving no one to prepare for the upcoming live concert.
- 19EP 19
Romeo and Juliet play preparation and overnight practice session at school
Aug 11, 2010Seniors prepare for a play while Azusa worries about insufficient concert practice. During the performance, the crew realizes Juliet's gravestone is missing but borrows a replacement from the occult club in time. After the successful show, the girls apologize to Azusa and decide on an overnight practice session at school. Later, they browse closed stalls, find the missing gravestone, and thank the occult club. The next morning, Sawako gives the girls special After School Tea Time T-shirts for their upcoming performance.
- 20EP 20
The girls perform at the school festival wearing matching shirts and sing new songs
Aug 18, 2010The performers take the stage for their school festival act, discovering that the audience is dressed in identical shirts to theirs, a sight that deeply touches Yui. They sing two new tracks, during which Yui expresses gratitude to those who supported her, receiving appreciation in return. Following the show, the group reflects on their shared history and feels sorrow realizing this is their final year together. Despite the melancholy, they successfully encourage one another to lift their spirits and move forward.
- 21EP 21
Yui's accidental haircut and the girls' decision to attend the same university together.
Aug 25, 2010As graduation yearbook photos approach, Yui uses Ui as a model for hairstyles but feels strange wearing her hairpin. Although the seniors have completed club activities, the group utilizes the light music club room to study for entrance exams, despite Yui and Ritsu still undecided on their university choices. During the photo session, Yui sneezes while trimming her bangs and accidentally cuts them short, resulting in a new appearance. After the pictures are taken, the girls discover that Mio declined a university recommendation to remain with her friends. Inspired by this, Yui, Ritsu, and Mio submit their preference applications to Sawako, choosing to enroll at the same women's university as Tsumugi.
- 22EP 22
Azusa Bakes Chocolate Cake for Seniors' Valentine's Day Entrance Exams
Sep 1, 2010Seniors prepare for entrance exams while Azusa, assisted by Ui and Jun, bakes a chocolate cake for Valentine's Day. Nervous about presenting the gift and their upcoming graduation, Azusa receives encouragement from her friends. The cake is well received, prompting a quick White Day gift from Yui. The following day, Azusa makes an expensive prayer at the shrine for the girls' success. She subsequently learns that all of them have passed their entrance exams, resolving her worries about their future.
- 23EP 23
Yui and friends spend after school time at the club room before graduation
Sep 8, 2010Despite school closing until the next day's graduation, Yui and her friends choose to remain in the club room rather than leave. They struggle to find activities to occupy their time, eventually clearing out their desks and taking a tour of the student council room. The group then asks Azusa to purchase lunch for everyone. Seeking a meaningful way to mark their departure, the girls decide to record an album featuring their songs to leave behind as a memory after they graduate.
- 24EP 24
Graduation Ceremony!
Sep 15, 2010On graduation day, Yui arrives late and tears her tights, while Azusa accidentally hits her head. The group clutches a class-signed card, but Yui’s attempt to conceal it during the ceremony raises Sawako’s suspicions. They eventually present the gift to thank her for teaching them. After the classroom clears, leaving farewell notes on the chalkboard, the girls retreat to the light music club room, where Azusa follows. Overwhelmed by her emotions, Azusa breaks down and pleads with them not to graduate. To comfort her, the girls perform a special song composed specifically for her.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does K-ON!! have?
- K-ON!! has 26 episodes.
- When did K-ON!! come out?
- K-ON!! came out in 2010.
- Which studio made K-ON!!?
- K-ON!! was produced by Kyoto Animation.
- Who directed K-ON!!?
- K-ON!! was directed by Naoko Yamada.
- Is K-ON!! finished?
- Current status of K-ON!!: Finished.