Ep. 45: Meiko travels to Hiroshima after receiving the Asahi Literature Prize
Aired on January 29, 1995
Meiko remains in disbelief regarding her Asahi Literature Prize victory, unaware that Miwa submitted her novel. The school community celebrates the news while Meiko struggles to escape a swarm of reporters at her home. Her parents express dissatisfaction, arguing that the personal nature of the work is unsuitable for her social standing. Meanwhile, Ginta and Arimi enjoy a romantic outing. During the award ceremony, Meiko invites Miwa, Yuu, and Miki but abruptly leaves upon hearing a congratulatory message from Namura-san in Hiroshima. This prompt leads her to decide on a trip to Hiroshima to address her unresolved feelings with him directly.
Episodes
- Ep. 41 · Meiko receives a visitor on Christmas while Miki and Yuu face emotional hospital moments
- Ep. 42 · The group visits a shrine for the new year while Miwa tries to separate Yuu and Miki.
- Ep. 43 · Suzu disrupts Yuu's plans by announcing a group ski trip, leading to unexpected fun and a dangerous blizzard incident involving Miki.
- Ep. 44 · Miki struggles with post-graduation plans while Kei returns and Meiko gets a call
- Ep. 45 · Meiko travels to Hiroshima after receiving the Asahi Literature Prize
- Ep. 46 · Meiko and Miki travel to Hiroshima where Miki arranges a final conversation between Meiko and Namura.
- Ep. 47 · Beach Couple Episode Focuses on Meiko's Heartbreak and Namura's Secret Concerns
- Ep. 48 · Miki Forgets Valentine's Day While Meiko Returns Engaged and Tsutomu Reunites with Yayoi
- Ep. 49 · Miki and Meiko discuss dating regrets while Ryouko recalls college memories and Miwa receives an apology