Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso
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EP 1Kousei Arima encounters violinist Kaori Miyazono on a double date after losing his ability to play piano
Oct 10, 2014Following his mother's death when he was twelve, piano prodigy Kousei Arima lost the ability to play and feels stuck in time. His childhood friend Tsubaki Sawabe invites him to a double date with their other friend, Ryouta Watari. At the meeting spot, Kousei sees a girl playing a melodica. This girl is Kaori Miyazono, who is rumored to have feelings for Watari. To Kousei's surprise, she is also a violinist. This encounter marks a significant moment in Kousei's life as he reconnects with music through this new friend. The story explores his emotional journey and the impact of these childhood friends on his recovery.
EP 2Kaori performs the Kreutzer Sonata while Kousei observes as Friend A
Oct 17, 2014Kaori Miyazono leads Kousei Arima and others to a concert hall hosting a violin competition. The audience recognizes Kousei as the former piano prodigy, creating a tense atmosphere. During the event, the fourth contestant, Kaori, takes the stage to perform the Kreutzer Sonata. She deviates from the sheet music to create a unique interpretation, displaying beauty in her execution. Afterward, she runs toward Ryouta Watari in a cinematic manner. Watching this interaction between the hero and heroine from the sidelines, Kousei feels he is merely playing the role of Friend A.
EP 3Kousei Arima plays piano for Kaori Miyazono at a café after school
Oct 24, 2014Kousei Arima meets Kaori Miyazono on his way home from school and accompanies Ryouta Watari at a café. Kaori enjoys waffles while children attempt to play Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star on an old upright piano. She commands Kousei to perform, and his music fills the room until he stops due to losing his hearing when concentrating. Kaori then appoints Kousei as her accompanist. By securing the audience's nomination, Kaori qualifies for the second round of the preliminaries. This sequence marks a pivotal moment where Kaori takes charge of Kousei's musical participation, setting the stage for their future collaboration and her competitive journey in the upcoming tournament rounds.
EP 4Kaori and Kousei face the second round preliminaries with intense musical collaboration
Oct 31, 2014On the day of the second round of the preliminaries, Kaori and Kousei wait in the venue hallway. Seeing Kousei nervous, Kaori head-butts him and says, "I know you can do it." Their musical journey begins with Kaori playing the violin with her whole body. Kousei plays precisely to keep pace, but as he focuses, the notes disappear and he can no longer hear the piano. His accompaniment spins out of control, and he abruptly stops. Kaori also stops playing. Smiling, she whispers to him, "Again..."
EP 5Kousei visits hospitalized Kaori and faces her request to enter a piano competition
Nov 7, 2014Tsubaki, Watari, and Kousei rush to the hospital to see Kaori after her competition performance. Kousei and Kaori were disqualified from the final round because they stopped playing, yet Kaori offers no reproach, deepening Kousei's guilt. Her persistent questions about his piano playing and ability to forget haunt him. Several days later, Kousei sees Kaori back at school after discharge. Although he tells himself not to misunderstand the situation when Watari is with her, he encounters Kaori again on his way home. During this meeting, Kaori implores Kousei to enter a piano competition, leaving him to grapple with her words and his own feelings.
EP 6Kousei confronts his past while Kaori pushes him toward a competition and Tsubaki feels isolated.
Nov 14, 2014Kousei is shocked to hear a recording of his own piano playing while his friends listen. Kaori reveals she has already submitted his entry for a competition without consulting him, asking why he plays. This prompts Kousei to practice alone with the instrument. Meanwhile, Tsubaki feels excluded as she observes the growing closeness between Kousei and Kaori, realizing she cannot fully enter their musical world. During the final days of her junior high summer, Tsubaki injures her leg during a game, leading to a difficult loss for her team. Despite this devastating incident, Kousei is the one who comes to support her during her suffering.
EP 7Kousei prepares for the competition while Kaori offers encouragement and rivals await.
Nov 21, 2014As the competition nears, Kousei masters his piece but doubts its personal authenticity. He collapses in class and visits the infirmary, where Kaori reassures him that he remains himself regardless of his struggles. After enduring hardship, he finds a simple resolution. On the day of the event, Kousei fears he cannot perform, yet Kaori’s spirit sustains him. At the venue, Takeshi Aiza and Emi Igawa wait for his arrival. These two pianists, once admired rivals from his youth who envied his past success, now anticipate his return to the stage.
EP 8Takeshi performs with thunderous applause while Emi finds renewed motivation through Kousei and Kaori.
Nov 28, 2014Takeshi, the competition favorite, has waited two years for Kousei, striving to reach his level through tenacious work. His performance earns thunderous applause. Emi, who once admired young Kousei and vowed to become a pianist, lost her drive after he disappeared, becoming an erratic performer for years. Reunited with Kousei at this event, she delivers the performance of her life, merging her emotions with the swelling music to captivate the audience. Kaori senses a deep resonance within Emi's playing, reflecting on the impact of their shared history and the return of Kousei to the musical scene.
EP 9Emi performs passionately for Kousei while he confronts his mother's ghost before playing.
Dec 5, 2014Emi delivers an intense piano performance to express her emotions to Kousei, the musician she previously admired. Immediately after finishing her set, she approaches him directly but finds herself speechless, having exhausted all her feelings through the music. Kousei then takes his place at the piano. As he prepares to play, the spirit of his deceased mother appears to speak with him. This encounter marks the beginning of Kousei's musical journey as he faces his past. The narrative focuses on the emotional weight of their interactions and the internal struggles Kousei must overcome while reconnecting with his art and the people who influence his life.
EP 10Kousei's piano performance falters as he faces his mother's trauma.
Dec 12, 2014Kousei begins his piano performance with strong momentum, but his playing deteriorates midway through the piece. The audience notices the inconsistency and begins to murmur, raising doubts about the rumors that he can no longer hear his own music. Kaori, Tsubaki, and Watari watch from the crowd, silently cheering him on, while Emi and Takeshi observe with concern after finishing their own performances. Alone on stage, Kousei struggles internally, confronting the deep-seated trauma associated with his mother as he attempts to recover his composure and continue playing despite the growing uncertainty surrounding his abilities.
EP 11Kousei's performance concludes as Hiroko Seto comments on the emotional depth of his piano playing.
Dec 19, 2014After his performance ends, Kousei returns to the waiting room at the competition venue to find Hiroko Seto, a friend of his late mother. As Japan's leading pianist, Hiroko observes the emotion in Kousei's playing and remarks that the piano extracts everything from its performer, leaving Kousei perplexed by her statement. The competition results are subsequently posted. Takeshi and Emi notice Kousei's strangely cheerful expression, realizing that he has undergone significant personal change and maturity since their last encounter. This shift in demeanor highlights his growth amidst the competitive atmosphere.
EP 12Kaori Invites Kousei to Play Kreisler's Love's Sorrow at the Towa Music Competition
Jan 9, 2015Kaori has been chosen to perform as the Promoters' Choice at the Towa Music Competition gala concert. She invites Kousei to sit at the piano again, selecting Kreisler's Love's Sorrow for the piece. The sheet music was discovered in a bookshelf during Kaori's visit to Kousei's home. This composition holds deep personal significance for Kousei, as his mother played it frequently. Consequently, the melody serves as a painful reminder of her memory, making the performance emotionally difficult for him to undertake.
EP 13Kousei performs Kreisler's Love's Sorrow alone at the gala concert without Kaori
Jan 16, 2015On the day of the gala concert, Kaori fails to appear, leaving Kousei to take the stage by himself. The audience is surprised and murmurs about the unusual situation of the pianist performing without an accompanist. Undeterred, Kousei begins to play Kreisler's Love's Sorrow, a piece cherished by his late mother. The performance proceeds under these unexpected circumstances, marking a significant moment in the event as he delivers the music solo.
EP 14Kousei and friends visit hospitalized Kaori while Tsubaki struggles with changing feelings
Jan 23, 2015Upon learning that Kaori collapsed at home and is now hospitalized after missing the gala concert, Kousei and his companions rush to see her. Kaori attempts to maintain a cheerful demeanor, but her deteriorating health is evident to those around her. Simultaneously, Tsubaki confronts the shifting dynamics in her life. She acknowledges that her long-standing, easygoing relationship with Kousei, which dates back to their childhood, has fundamentally altered due to Kaori's presence. Furthermore, Tsubaki is forced to recognize that her own romantic feelings for Kousei have evolved, creating internal conflict as she navigates these emotional changes alongside the concern for her friend's condition.
EP 15Tsubaki struggles with her feelings as Kousei plans to leave home for music school
Jan 30, 2015Tsubaki experiences confusion upon learning that Kousei intends to leave home to attend a high school with a music course. Those around her, particularly Kashiwagi, recognize that Kousei has evolved beyond the "kid brother" image she previously held. This shift in perception is evident to others as well, including Saito-senpai, who is Tsubaki's boyfriend. The situation highlights a significant change in how Kousei is viewed by his peers and family, causing internal conflict for Tsubaki as she processes these new dynamics and her own emotional response to his departure and maturation.
EP 16Kousei teaches Nagi while Kaori unexpectedly returns to appoint him as Watari's substitute.
Feb 6, 2015Kousei takes on the role of instructor for Nagi, who is Seto-sensei's newest apprentice. Although he initially feels intimidated by the responsibility of teaching for the first time, he gradually adapts to the position. During this period, Kaori makes a sudden appearance before Kousei, despite the fact that she is still supposed to be in the hospital. She assigns him to serve as a substitute for Watari. Following this appointment, the two proceed to go shopping together before heading to the school.
EP 17Kousei struggles to visit Kaori while Nagi shares her school experiences
Feb 13, 2015Tsubaki invites Kousei to accompany her on a hospital visit to see Kaori, but he declines due to his inability to determine the appropriate behavior or conversation topics. His hesitation prevents him from taking action. Concerned by Kousei’s lack of motivation during practice sessions, Nagi attempts to support him by discussing her own school life. During this exchange, Kousei reveals his perspective that playing music holds significance when performed for the sake of others. This conversation highlights the internal barriers Kousei faces regarding his emotional connection to performance and his relationships with those around him.
EP 18Kousei and Nagi perform at the Kurumigaoka Junior High culture festival
Feb 20, 2015Kousei requests permission from Nagi to play at the Kurumigaoka Junior High culture festival, aiming to connect with Kaori through his music. The duo takes the stage, but Kousei abruptly shifts his playing style from a supportive role to an intense, rapid pace. This sudden change creates a sorrowful atmosphere that puts pressure on Nagi. Refusing to yield to Kousei's aggressive musical approach, Nagi struggles to maintain her own performance standards and resist the emotional weight of his playing during the live event.
EP 19Kaori Chooses Surgery to Perform With Kousei After Hearing Their Duet
Feb 27, 2015Following the performance of Kousei and Nagi together, Kaori decides to undergo surgery with the goal of playing alongside Kousei one final time. While she encourages Kousei to intensify his practice routine for his upcoming competition, she simultaneously engages in her own rehabilitation process. Her efforts are dedicated to recovering her ability to return to the stage, ensuring she can fulfill her desire to perform with him again despite her health challenges.
EP 20Kousei retreats from hospital visit as Tsubaki notes his emotional hesitation
Mar 6, 2015Kousei travels to the hospital to visit Kaori, following his usual routine. However, upon discovering that Watari is already present, he decides to withdraw and leave without entering. Tsubaki observes this behavior and becomes annoyed by Kousei's failure to acknowledge his true emotions. She is irritated by his inability to admit his feelings, highlighting the tension in his interactions with those around him. The scene focuses on Kousei's avoidance and Tsubaki's reaction to his emotional state.
EP 21Kousei retreats from music after witnessing Kaori's sudden health decline
Mar 13, 2015Witnessing Kaori’s condition deteriorate rapidly triggers Kousei’s deep-seated fear that music inevitably leads to the loss of loved ones. Overwhelmed by this traumatic realization, he abandons the piano once more. The episode explores his internal struggle as past memories resurface, leaving him isolated and alone in his grief. This narrative moment highlights the psychological barrier preventing him from engaging with music, driven by the belief that his artistic pursuit causes harm to those he cares for most.
EP 22Kousei performs with soul to reach Kaori, supported by those around him
Mar 20, 2015Kousei recognizes that his current stage presence is made possible by the people in his life who support him. He plays the notes they have given him, pouring his entire soul into the performance. His goal is for this music to reach Kaori.
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- How many episodes does Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso have?
- Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso has 22 episodes.
- When did Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso come out?
- Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso came out in 2014.
- Which studio made Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso?
- Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso was produced by A-1 Pictures.
- Who directed Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso?
- Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso was directed by Kyouhei Ishiguro.
- Is Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso finished?
- Current status of Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso: Finished.