Ep. 43: Sana and Takeshi’s Lovers Declaration Amidst Gomi’s School and Gang Conflicts
Aired on January 31, 1997

Reporters mistakenly identify Sana and Takeshi as father and daughter, prompting Sana to deny this and declare they are lovers. Meanwhile, Gomi faces pressure from his parents to apply to an advanced middle school. In response, Gomi decides to join a gang. News of this decision spreads, leading other students to tease him. Gomi blames Akito for leaking the information. Consequently, Gomi and his new gang friends assault Akito. The episode highlights the contrast between the public misunderstanding of Sana and Takeshi’s relationship and the personal struggles Gomi faces regarding his education and social standing.
Episodes
- Ep. 39 · Two tales featuring Haya-Moth transforming people and a prehistoric remix of early events
- Ep. 40 · The Kurata family faces a setback while Sana and Misako stay optimistic and Rei deals with challenges as Sana's manager.
- Ep. 41 · Sana faces unexpected difficulties in her job search efforts
- Ep. 42 · Sana Frantically Races to Complete the Book Onda Asked Her to Write Before the Deadline
- Ep. 43 · Sana and Takeshi’s Lovers Declaration Amidst Gomi’s School and Gang Conflicts
- Ep. 44 · Gomi steals items, flees, and Akito is wrongly blamed before Gomi confesses.
- Ep. 45 · Takeshi's absence sparks rumors of dropping out as Sana searches for him on Valentine's Day
- Ep. 46 · Sana's Book Release Excludes Mami From Its Contents
- Ep. 47 · Sana's apartment is demolished, leaving the Kurata family homeless for a week