Karakai Jouzu no Takagi-san 2

Nishikata and Takagi exchange notes, test hypnosis, and skip stones by the river.

In class, Nishikata cannot find his English textbook and is forced to sit next to Takagi, leading to a secret note exchange that flusters him. Later, he attempts to hypnotize her with a coin he made, but she reveals she was only pretending after he asks her to pick her nose. Meanwhile, Mina remains hypnotized after watching a show, leaving her friends Yukari and Sanae concerned. At the river, Nishikata and Takagi plan a stone skipping contest. Takagi claims a high record to distract him, but her actual best is only three skips. When Nishikata nearly falls into the water while searching for a stone, he grabs Takagi’s hand to save her, causing him to fall instead. He denies holding hands, but wonders about it afterward.

Takagi and Nishikata compete with ice while Nishikata changes his hair before Valentine's Day

Takagi and Nishikata engage in a contest to bring the largest piece of ice to school. Nishikata trims his hair and challenges Takagi to identify the change. Meanwhile, Yukari cuts her bangs, which causes Mina to laugh. As Valentine's Day approaches, Nishikata feels stressed about receiving chocolate. Mina prepares chocolate for the entire class, but it is confiscated by the teacher. Additionally, Mano struggles with how to give chocolate to Nakai. These events unfold as the characters navigate their daily interactions and the upcoming holiday.

Nishikata’s tricks backfire while friends enjoy cherry blossoms and the new school year begins

Nishikata invites Takagi to a candy store, but his attempts to trick her fail. Mina organizes a picnic for Yukari and Sanae to view cherry blossoms, where they discuss body weight. Nishikata and Takagi join them, bringing sweets. Later, Nishikata tries to intimidate Takagi by dropping the honorific san, which also backfires. On the first day of the second year, Nishikata attempts to act like an upperclassman, referencing the manga and anime Unrequited Love. However, Takagi has also watched the show, complicating his efforts to maintain his new persona.

Takagi challenges Nishikata to arm wrestling while he buys coffee to appear mature

Takagi issues an arm-wrestling challenge to Nishikata. Meanwhile, Mina contemplates the transient nature of life and feels a sense of pride in her personal growth. Nishikata purchases coffee in an attempt to project a more mature image. During their commute to school, Nishikata attempts to deduce the reason behind Takagi’s absence of her bicycle. These separate moments highlight the characters' interactions and internal reflections on growing up and daily routines.

Nishikata acts cool, eyebrows spark debate, birthday cake mishap, and sneezing rumors

Nishikata attempts to mimic a cool demeanor from a movie he watched the previous day. Meanwhile, Yukari and Sanae discuss how thick eyebrows suggest kindness, but Mina feels they are mocking her. Yukari worries Nishikata is sad because he spends less time with Takagi due to committee meetings. Later, Nishikata bumps into Takagi while picking up his birthday cake. Finally, different groups of classmates sneeze, which in Japan is believed to mean someone is spreading rumors about them.

Nishikata challenges Takagi to dodgeball and a fitness test while Mina and friends chase a cat.

Nishikata proposes a deal to Takagi: she must cease teasing him if he achieves a higher total score than her on the school's physical-fitness test. Later, frustrated with the class camping trip preparation committee, Nishikata issues a dodgeball challenge to Takagi after school. Meanwhile, Mina, Sanae, and Yukari pursue a cat that has stolen Yukari's pastry at a candy store. At the same shop, Takagi and Nishikata purchase snacks for the upcoming camping trip. They are spotted by classmates while eating ramen-cups together, leading to an awkward encounter that highlights their developing dynamic amidst the daily school life events.

Nishikata and Takagi share a cabin during a storm and stargaze after the camp dance

During a class camping trip, Nishikata attempts to prank Takagi in a photo but fails when she makes a funny face. The group splits up for orienteering, leaving Nishikata and Takagi alone in a forest cabin during a thunderstorm. They play a candy guessing game where Takagi teases him about their fingers touching. Later, Yukari cuts her hand while making curry, and she cries while blaming onions despite Sanae and Mina's help. At night, a folk dance spreads a rumor that holding hands at the end ensures love. Nishikata hesitates, but the song ends before they can join hands. Yukari communicates via Morse code from her tent until Tanabe catches her. Nishikata finds Takagi stargazing, and they hide under a rock from Tanabe. She reveals her wish was simply to watch the stars with him.

Nishikata fakes a locked closet, Mina questions the supernatural, and Takagi tends to Nishikata's knee.

Nishikata attempts to frighten Takagi by pretending the sports equipment storage closet door is locked. Meanwhile, Mina ponders the existence of supernatural phenomena. Takagi accompanies Nishikata to the school nurse to treat his scraped knee. Elsewhere, Mina, Sanae, and Yukari discover a lottery ticket and discuss its potential use. Takagi and Nishikata converse about the implications of winning a large monetary prize while at the nurse's office.

Nishikata plays Acchi Muite Hoy while Mina helps Yukari find her talent

Nishikata challenges Takagi to a game of Acchi Muite Hoy, a Japanese variant of Rock/Paper/Scissors. At the school pool, Mina assists Yukari in identifying her specific talents. The following day, Nishikata becomes concerned because he perceives that Takagi is behaving strangely. To address his worries, the pair exchange text messages that evening, communicating their thoughts and feelings through digital correspondence.

Takagi and Nishikata exchange eye drops, play hide-and-seek, and go treasure hunting

On the final morning before summer break, Takagi challenges Nishikata to administer eye drops to one another. Yukari misinterprets the situation and shares the news with Houjou, Sanae, and Mina. Nishikata devises a strategy to win a game of hide-and-seek against Takagi, but his plans are complicated when Hamagushi and Houjou sit nearby. Later, the two main characters discover a map on their way home and embark on a treasure hunt. The episode focuses on Nishikata’s various attempts to outsmart Takagi, resulting in significant embarrassment for him as he navigates these social interactions and games.

Steps, Fireworks, Souvenirs, and Promises

Takagi Challenges Nishikata to Date-Like Activities at the Summer Festival

During the summer festival, Takagi encourages Nishikata to engage in activities resembling a date. Mina, Sanae, and Yukari attend the event wearing yukatas. Nishikata encounters classmates and becomes separated from Takagi, prompting him to search for her. Following the end credits, the pair burns sparklers at the beach.