Ep. 48: Godai Confesses His Feelings While Delivering a Pillow to Kyoko's Home
Aired on February 25, 1987

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Kyoko returns home to care for her sick mother, staying longer than planned and causing Godai concern. During a walk with Soichiro, Godai meets Mr. Ichinose, who shares his own courtship story. Unable to leave due to her mother's insistence, Kyoko fabricates a need for a special pillow. Mrs. Chigusa contacts Maison Ikkoku, prompting Godai to visit in a suit to deliver the item. Kyoko’s parents question him about his identity and occupation. When the topic of romance arises, Godai subtly reveals his love for Kyoko. Her parents miss the hint, but Kyoko understands and feels unexpectedly joyful after he departs.
Episodes
- Ep. 44 · Kentaro Turns Pale as Yotsuya Reveals a Frightening Side
- Ep. 45 · Kyoko's Affection and Godai's Final Exam Crisis
- Ep. 46 · Kyoko and friends visit a skating rink where Godai and Mitaka compete in a race for her attention.
- Ep. 47 · Godai Faces Jealousy and Drunken Chaos at the Izakaya
- Ep. 48 · Godai Confesses His Feelings While Delivering a Pillow to Kyoko's Home
- Ep. 49 · Mitaka trains with McEnroe to conquer his fear of dogs
- Ep. 50 · Kyoko Falls in Love at First Sight as a Strange Man Moves into Maison Ikkoku
- Ep. 51 · Even Yotsuya's Shocked! The Day Maison Ikkoku Disappears
- Ep. 52 · Kyoko Visits Soichiro's Grave Alone, Prompting Godai to Follow Her