Sanrio Danshi
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Episodes (12)
EP 1Average high schooler Kouta finds purpose through childhood plushies and a popular classmate's lost item.
Jan 6, 2018Hasegawa Kouta is a completely average second-year high school student who feels something is missing from his life and believes a shining school existence is impossible for someone like him. While out with friends, he helps a missing little girl find her mother and receives a Pompompurin sticker in return. This act triggers memories of his childhood love for Pompompurin, particularly a giant stuffed toy gifted by his beloved grandmother, which he had to discard due to peer pressure. Later, Kouta discovers a lost My Melody keychain at school and realizes it likely belongs to Mizuno Ryu, a flashy and popular student, raising questions about the connection between these items.
EP 2Kouta searches for his lost Pompompurin while befriending Sanrio-loving classmates
Jan 13, 2018Kouta’s classmates, Mizuno Yuu and Yoshino Shunsuke, proudly identify as Sanrio Boys, openly admitting their love for the characters without shame. Kouta struggles to accept their lack of embarrassment and attempts to evade Yuu, who aggressively pursues a friendship. Simultaneously, Kouta discovers that his cherished Pompompurin plush, a gift from his late grandmother, has been mistakenly sent to a recycler. He embarks on a desperate quest to retrieve the toy. Eventually, Yuu and Shunsuke find Kouta at his wit’s end, prompting him to question why they can embrace their passions so freely while he remains unable to do the same.
EP 3Kouta supports Yuu during a heated sibling conflict with his sister Yuri.
Jan 20, 2018Kouta feels relieved after admitting his love for Pompompurin and has bonded with Yuu and Shunsuke. Yuu appears carefree but is actually a responsible older brother caring for his younger sister, Yuri, while their parents work. Despite his efforts, Yuri is in a rebellious phase and rejects his help. When Kouta and Shunsuke visit Yuu while he is sick, they witness a fierce argument between the siblings. Hurt by Yuri’s harsh words, Yuu leaves the apartment in anger. Kouta and Shunsuke chase after him to ensure he is safe and well.
EP 4Shunsuke faces team removal after struggling with isolation and past trauma.
Jan 27, 2018Yuu and his sister Yuri have reconciled, but Shunsuke faces new challenges. Despite being an ace soccer player, he struggles to collaborate with teammates, a behavior linked to his past. The team captain removes him from the regular roster to teach him a lesson. Excluded from practices, Shunsuke grapples with intense personal distress. The narrative explores whether this isolation will lead him to abandon his cherished Hello Kitty, highlighting the tension between his individual skills and the necessity of teamwork.
EP 5Deepening Bonds and Student Council Mediation
Feb 3, 2018Shunsuke resolves his conflicts with his teammates, strengthening the connection between him, Kouta, and Yuu. The trio discusses their mutual enthusiasm for Sanrio in the library, drawing the ire of an angry underclassman. Student council president Seiichirou intervenes to stop a potential altercation between Yuu and the underclassman, Ryo. Rather than letting the matter drop, Seiichirou takes it upon himself to mediate a peaceful resolution between the two conflicting parties, ensuring the dispute is settled through his direct involvement.
EP 6Seiichirou collapses after Ryo discovers his Puroland pass and confronts him.
Feb 10, 2018Ryo discovers Seiichirou’s annual Puroland pass and angrily confronts him regarding the perceived betrayal. Although Seiichirou attempts to visit Ryo at his home to resolve the conflict, his efforts appear futile. The accumulation of pressure from his student council and archery club duties, combined with the stress of trying to work things out with Ryo, becomes overwhelming. Seiichirou suddenly collapses under this strain. The outcome of this incident and its impact on the other boys remains uncertain.
EP 7The Sanrio Boys Enjoy a Joyful Holiday at Puroland
Feb 17, 2018Kouta, Yuu, Shunsuke, Ryo, and Seiichirou, the five members of the Sanrio Boys, reunite to openly share their affection for Sanrio characters. This shared passion allows them to spend their time together in a state of pure happiness. To strengthen their friendship, Seiichirou organizes a special excursion to Puroland. During the visit, the group watches the sparkling Miracle Parade. This experience helps Kouta discover his future aspirations, marking a significant moment for the group as they deepen their bonds through this shared adventure.
EP 8Kouta seeks ways to sparkle through various club activities with friends
Feb 24, 2018Kouta expresses his wish to sparkle to his peers but lacks a clear method. He seeks advice from his friends and attempts several activities to find his path. He joins the soccer team with Shunsuke, works as a library assistant with Ryo, observes the archery club with Seiichirou, and prepares food with Yuu. Each endeavor ends in failure, leaving him without success. Despite these repeated setbacks, Kouta eventually reaches a final decision regarding his goal. The episode concludes with him revealing what he has decided to do after exploring these different options with his companions.
EP 9The boys retreat to Seiichirou's family vacation home to plan a musical but struggle without experience.
Mar 3, 2018After deciding to stage a musical based on Kouta's suggestion, the group travels to Seiichirou's family vacation home for a training camp to organize their plans. Despite their earnest efforts, the complete amateurs lack theater experience and feel lost. To refresh themselves, they spend time enjoying the beach. Later, a sudden storm knocks out the power at night. While the others sleep, Kouta is left alone in the darkened house, feeling frightened by the isolation.
EP 10Ryo Faces Family Move to London Amidst School Festival Preparations
Mar 10, 2018With only one month remaining until the school festival, all roles have been assigned. Ryo is shocked when his father returns with news that his family will relocate to London starting in January. Confused and unwilling to talk to his friends, Ryo begins behaving strangely. Seiichirou, Yuu, and Shunsuke notice his distress. While the boys gather at Seiichirou's house to advance their production, the other four plan a special surprise birthday party to lift Ryo's spirits.
EP 11Kouta falls ill while overworking on musical preparations, causing friction with friends.
Mar 17, 2018As musical preparations reach their final stage, Kouta overexerts himself, making repeated errors that take a severe physical toll and lead to illness. Yuu and the others rally those around them to cover for Kouta while he recovers. Upon his return, Kouta discovers his friends managed the situation effectively without his direct involvement. This realization leads him to believe they do not need him, creating emotional distance. When Yuu and the others attempt to understand his sudden withdrawal and distress, Kouta unexpectedly explodes in anger at them, revealing deep-seated insecurities about his role within the group.
EP 12The boys prepare for the musical performance while Kouta finds his purpose.
Mar 24, 2018Yuu, Shunsuke, Ryo, and Seiichirou observe a frank and passionate exchange between Kouta and his friends. Through this interaction, Kouta finally realizes exactly how he wants to sparkle. The day of the school festival and the musical performance finally arrives. Everything is set for the boys to tackle the musical's performance. Through their performance on stage, they convey the story of how "I" became "we".
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Sanrio Danshi have?
- Sanrio Danshi has 12 episodes.
- When did Sanrio Danshi come out?
- Sanrio Danshi came out in 2018.
- Which studio made Sanrio Danshi?
- Sanrio Danshi was produced by Studio Pierrot.
- Who directed Sanrio Danshi?
- Sanrio Danshi was directed by Masashi Kudou.
- Is Sanrio Danshi finished?
- Current status of Sanrio Danshi: Finished.