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7 / 7- 145EP 145filler
Ranma and Akane seek a cure after eating intimacy-enhancing mushrooms at the temple.
Jun 5, 1992The group visits the Mushroom Temple for fungal training and dining. During dinner, Ranma and Akane Tendo are the only ones not poisoned by the soup, but they have consumed mushrooms that increase intimacy. To reverse this effect, the pair travels to a shrine on a mountain to find a remedial mushroom. Ryoga, Kuno, and Mousse follow them, aiming to stop their growing affection for each other. This journey highlights the comedic tension between the characters as they navigate the dangerous terrain and the unwanted romantic feelings induced by the special mushrooms. The episode focuses on their quest for a cure while being pursued by rivals who wish to separate them.
- 146EP 146
Genma Saotome tests Ranma's skills before planning a rematch and seeking reconciliation.
Jun 12, 1992Following a challenge to a match, Genma Saotome determines that Ranma lacks sufficient training. Consequently, the two characters decide to part ways to undergo independent preparation for a second encounter scheduled one week later. During this period, Genma reflects on his son's childhood and realizes that his ultimate desire is simply to embrace Ranma, prioritizing their familial bond over the outcome of their martial arts contest.
- 147EP 147filler
Madame St. Paul's Cry for Help
Jun 19, 1992Picolet Chardin, a master of martial-arts dining, exhibits vampire-like traits after consuming a vat of forbidden blue wine. Concerned for her charge, Madame St. Paul seeks assistance, only to later regret her decision to ask for help.
- 148EP 148filler
Tanabata festival celebrates celestial reunion of Princess and Cowherd on seventh day of seventh month
Jun 26, 1992The narrative centers on Tanabata, a Japanese star festival occurring on the seventh day of the seventh month. This event commemorates the celestial reunion of the Princess and the Cowherd. As these two figures descend from the sky, their tale bears a resemblance to the corresponding Chinese folklore story. The summary highlights the cultural significance of this specific date and the mythological connection between the celestial lovers and their earthly celebration.
- 149EP 149
Akane tests a marriage fortune-telling recipe with Ranma using sakuramochi
Jul 3, 1992Akane receives a recipe for sakuramochi to verify a salesperson's claim that the treat reveals one's marital destiny. The theory states that a cherry blossom mark on the forehead indicates marriage, whereas a cross mark signifies divorce. To determine the outcome, Akane encourages Ranma to eat a piece of the sakuramochi. This action is intended to reveal which symbol appears on his forehead, thereby testing the validity of the fortune-telling method and predicting their future relationship status based on the resulting mark.
- 150EP 150filler
Happosai's Paralytic Mold Technique and Ranma's Mountain Training
Jul 10, 1992Following the failure of the Happo Daikarin explosion technique caused by heavy rain, Happosai develops the Happo Daikabin method, which releases clouds of paralytic mold. Meanwhile, Ranma undergoes training in the mountains alongside Shampoo and Cologne. During this session, he practices dodging a landslide of boulders, an exercise designed to simulate the effects of the Happo Daikabin technique. This sequence highlights the contrast between Happosai's new dangerous invention and Ranma's physical conditioning under the guidance of his mentors.
- 151EP 151
Kuno siblings compete for Ranma's affection through scandalous photo solicitation
Jul 17, 1992Tatewaki Kuno and Kodachi Kuno engage in intense sibling rivalry driven by their shared romantic interest in Ranma. Tatewaki harbors an obsession with Ranma while in female form, whereas Kodachi is infatuated with Ranma in male form. The conflict escalates into a scandal when Tatewaki attempts to solicit suggestive photographs of Ranma in her female appearance. This incident highlights the competitive dynamic between the siblings as they vie for the attention of their mutual love interest, leading to a confrontation centered around the inappropriate request for images.
- 152EP 152filler
Sentaro Daimonji seeks help to protect the Golden Tea Set from theft.
Jul 24, 1992Sentaro Daimonji returns to request assistance from Ranma and Akane. He explains that an opponent intends to steal the golden teapot of Enishi, an item that rival schools have contested for generations. The retrieval process serves as a test designed to evaluate the unity between the orthodox and unorthodox schools of martial arts tea ceremony. This conflict highlights the ongoing struggle over the valuable artifact and the need for cooperation between the different factions to preserve their shared heritage and resolve the long-standing dispute.
- 153EP 153filler
Gosunkugi falls for ghost Kogane Musashi before she must return to the underworld by midnight
Jul 31, 1992Hikaru Gosunkugi meets Kogane Musashi for the first time and immediately falls in love with her. He later discovers with shame that she is a ghost. Kogane is forced to return to the underworld by midnight, leaving Gosunkugi heartbroken.
- 154EP 154filler
Akane, Shampoo, and Ukyo compete in a beauty contest to cook lunch for Ranma at the beach.
Aug 21, 1992At the beach, Akane, Shampoo, and Ukyo Kuonji desire to prepare a lunchtime meal for Ranma. To resolve the conflict over who gets to cook, the three women engage in a beauty contest. Meanwhile, a separate event unfolds elsewhere as a ghost cat pursues Tsubasa Kurenai with the intention of making her his bride. The narrative juxtaposes the romantic rivalry among the three women against the supernatural pursuit involving Tsubasa.
- 155EP 155
Ranma faces a martial arts cheerleading challenge from Seisyun High captain Mariko Konjo
Aug 14, 1992Mariko Konjo, the captain of the Seisyun High School cheerleading squad, issues a challenge to Ranma for a martial arts cheerleading competition. The terms of this contest involve Kuno as collateral. This event marks the first part of a confrontation centered on the unique blend of athletic performance and combat skills. The narrative focuses on the setup of this specific rivalry and the stakes involved for the characters participating in the upcoming match.
- 156EP 156
Ranma and Mariko compete in martial arts cheerleading for Kuno's affection
Aug 14, 1992This segment serves as the second part of a narrative arc involving a martial arts cheerleading competition. Ranma Saotome and Mariko Kurama participate in this specific event during the kendo club tournament. The primary motivation for their involvement in this athletic display is to win the romantic affection of Tatewaki Kuno. The episode focuses on the dynamics of this competition and the characters' efforts to secure Kuno's attention through their performance in the cheerleading discipline.
- 157EP 157filler
Kuno and Kodachi discover ancient instruments with devastating destructive power.
Aug 28, 1992Kuno and Kodachi find the ancient tsuzumi and biwa, respectively, both possessing devastating destructive power when played. Kuno demonstrates the weaponry of his drum, destroying much of the school and putting Principal Kuno in depression. Kodachi later offers Principal Kuno her biwa, allowing him to avenge his shattered ukulele.
- 158EP 158filler
Ryoga's Unrequited Love Delivered by a Black and White Ninja Dog
Sep 4, 1992Ryoga meets Shirokuro, a black and white runaway ninja dog. The animal retrieves a love letter from Ryoga’s backpack and delivers it to Akane. Unaware of the sender, Akane writes a reply explaining she loves someone else and cannot reciprocate. Shirokuro returns the response to Ryoga. However, Ryoga notices his signature is missing from the original letter. Misinterpreting the situation, he believes Akane is in love with him and departs with Shirokuro.
- 159EP 159filler
Ranma and Akane find a seahorse for school while Dr. Tofu visits during a typhoon
Sep 11, 1992Ranma and Akane unearth a seahorse while returning home, prompting Ranma to select it for a class assignment. Meanwhile, a severe typhoon watch leads Kasumi Tendo to invite Dr. Tofu Ono to the Tendo household. The visit is interrupted by a frog hermit with hidden intentions. Dr. Tofu eventually determines that the creature is actually a dragon. It is revealed that exposure to a whirlwind accelerates the dragon's growth, and consuming its flesh grants immortality.
- 160EP 160
Ranma's mother Nodoka plans a visit while Genma hides their cursed forms to avoid ritual suicide.
Sep 18, 1992Nodoka Saotome, the mother of Ranma and wife of Genma, intends to visit the Tendo household. It is disclosed that Nodoka transferred custody of Ranma to Genma, who pledged to train him into a master of anything-goes martial arts. Genma made a solemn vow that if he fails to achieve this goal, both he and Ranma must commit seppuku, a Japanese ritual suicide by disembowelment. Consequently, Ranma and Genma are forced to remain in their cursed forms and conceal their true identities from Nodoka during her upcoming visit. This narrative establishes the high stakes of Genma's promise and the secrecy required to prevent the tragic consequence of his failure.
- 161EP 161
Nodoka attempts to depart Tendo home while Genma obstructs her reunion with Ranma.
Sep 25, 1992Nodoka prepares to leave the Tendo household the next morning. Akane arranges for Ranma and Nodoka to meet at a nearby park and later at a restaurant. Genma intervenes to stop their meeting. Nodoka walks toward a water main that explodes, launching her into the sky. Ranma reluctantly saves her, allowing her to glimpse her son before fainting. Upon waking, she sees Ranma in female form and believes the encounter was a dream. The episode concludes with Ranma and Akane saying "See ya!" to the viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Ranma 1/2 have?
- Ranma 1/2 has 18 episodes.
- When did Ranma 1/2 come out?
- Ranma 1/2 came out in 1989.
- Which studio made Ranma 1/2?
- Ranma 1/2 was produced by Studio DEEN.
- Who directed Ranma 1/2?
- Ranma 1/2 was directed by Tomomi Mochizuki.
- Is Ranma 1/2 finished?
- Current status of Ranma 1/2: Finished.