Sora no Manimani
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- 1EP 1
Saku Ōyagi reunites with childhood friend Mihoshi Akeno and joins the astronomy club.
Jul 7, 2009Saku Ōyagi returns to his hometown after moving away several years earlier to start high school. He previously preferred staying home reading, while his childhood friend Mihoshi Akeno often dragged him outside. Their relationship soured when Mihoshi fell from a tree on their last day together, resulting in Saku breaking his arm and avoiding her since. On his first day of high school, Saku encounters Mihoshi recruiting members for the astronomy club. Although he initially tries to evade her, he learns she was hospitalized and could not see him off years ago. Understanding this, Saku reconciles with Mihoshi and decides to join the astronomy club.
- 2EP 2
Saku's astronomy club gains recognition after Hime joins following a misunderstanding
Jul 14, 2009The astronomy club struggles to recruit members since only Saku has joined. Hime Makita, a classmate, is irritated by Mihoshi and others frequently visiting their classroom, as she prefers spending time alone with Saku. She recalls meeting him on the bus to their school entrance exam and was happy to be placed in the same class. Upon discovering that Saku and Mihoshi are not dating, Hime decides to join the club. This addition allows the astronomy club to finally achieve official recognition. Later, the members travel away from city lights to go stargazing.
- 3EP 3
Saku and the astronomy club visit a planetarium to view summer constellations after rainy weather.
Jul 21, 2009Saku takes a break from the club due to Mihoshi’s persistent behavior and visits the library, where he unexpectedly meets student council president Fumie Kotozuka. Their conversation helps Saku understand that Mihoshi is simply expressing her feelings honestly, leading him to agree to stargaze with her. However, the onset of the rainy season causes Mihoshi to become depressed about the cloudy skies. Following Saku’s suggestion, the astronomy club visits a planetarium to observe summer constellations. Once the rain stops, Mihoshi proposes that the club embark on a summer stargazing camp.
- 4EP 4
Astronomy Club Stargazing Camp and Morning Sunrise Observations
Jul 28, 2009The astronomy club president arranges a stargazing trip, but Hime confronts Mihoshi about her closeness to Saku before departure. Mihoshi confesses her love for him while noting she loves everyone. Upon reaching a northern Japan lake, the group discovers the literature club occupying a large resort, leaving the astronomy members with a dilapidated building. Mihoshi cleans the area, allowing the group to nap until nightfall. Saku and Hime resolve their earlier tension. The club spends the night observing stars and watching the sunrise together.
- 5EP 5
Fumie Rests Astronomy Club After Exhaustion Before Stargazing with Literature Club
Aug 4, 2009Fumie discovers the astronomy club members asleep from exhaustion and bans them from activities for one night. The following day, three men harass Hime and two literature club members. Fumie attempts to intervene, but Saku trips and gets hit in the face. Mihoshi and Hime subdue the attackers, and Saku receives minor first aid for a small cut. Later, while others bathe, Fumie and Saku discuss club activities and agree to invite the literature club members to observe their night operations. Hime guides the group in identifying constellations and the Milky Way, allowing everyone to enjoy a shared stargazing experience.
- 6EP 6
Saku encounters new teacher Nozomu Sōma amid rumors about his connection to Mihoshi
Aug 11, 2009As the new semester begins, Saku spots a tall man on the bus to school. During the welcome back ceremony, he is introduced as Nozomu Sōma, the new world history teacher for Saku's class. Mihoshi addresses him as "Sō-nii," sparking rumors about their relationship. Sōma later becomes the astronomy club adviser, revealing that Mihoshi's father was his college professor and former club adviser. He proposes building a planetarium for the cultural festival, aiming to secure increased funding by placing in the top three of an exhibit popularity contest. Meanwhile, Saku feels irritated by the dynamic between Mihoshi and Sōma. Fumie approaches Saku to assist with the literature club, adding another layer to his school life.
- 7EP 7
Saku Helps Literature Club While Rumors Spread About Him, Mihoshi, and Soma
Aug 18, 2009Saku agrees to assist the literature club despite initial reluctance, causing Mihoshi to feel troubled by his absence. The astronomy club struggles with planetarium construction until Mihoshi hugs Saku after school, sparking rumors after athletic club members witness the pair with Soma. Fumie worries that Saku is overcommitting to the literature club and stressed by the gossip surrounding him, Mihoshi, and Soma. To resolve this, Hime presents Saku with a journal documenting the planetarium's progress. This gesture reinvigorates Saku, prompting him to return his focus and efforts to the astronomy club's ongoing projects.
- 8EP 8
Cultural festival planetarium success followed by invitation to prefectural conference
Aug 25, 2009The cultural festival commences with low attendance at the planetarium until Haruko from a city observatory arrives to assist. Her efforts attract visitors, ensuring the exhibit is well-received throughout the day. Mihoshi expresses gratitude to Saku for his support of the literature club and notes he caused no trouble. Following the event, members feel sad about dismantling the structure but proceed with the removal. The club fails to win prizes and remains unable to afford a telescope. Sayo hosts a small moon festival at her family’s Buddhist temple. Subsequently, the club receives a video letter from the Nogishiro High School astronomy club president, inviting them to the Autumn Stargazing Conference of the Prefectural High School Astronomy Network.
- 9EP 9
Autumn Stargazing Conference at Nogishiro High School
Sep 1, 2009Mihoshi and club members attend the Autumn Stargazing Conference at Nogishiro High School, surprised by the large club size. After sunset, president Ayumi Ōmi explains the stargazing rules: groups observe until moonset, then count stars to measure sky brightness. Saku assists Ayumi with patrol, encountering Hime and second-year Musa, who overreacted to his presence. Once the moon sets, the group reconvenes on the roof. Ayumi reveals to Saku that the astronomy club actually has only nine members, with most participants from other clubs. Takeyasu Roma narrates the autumn sky myth, which the group enjoys. Later, Ayumi confronts Roma, reminding him they were once members of the same astronomy club at Goshima Science Museum.
- 10EP 10
Saku and friends investigate Mihoshi's weekend plans while Saku helps Fumie with a school event.
Sep 8, 2009Saku, Hime, and Edogawa tail Mihoshi and Sōma after overhearing their weekend arrangements, suspecting a date. Their surveillance leads them to a cemetery where Mihoshi honors her father, who died in a car accident, leaving the trio feeling awkward. Meanwhile, Fumie attempts to gift Saku a bookmark from her Hokkaido school trip, but her glasses break when Saku shields her from a stray baseball. Saku offers to walk her home, but they encounter two literature club members who escort Fumie the rest of the way. Later, Saku enlists Fumie's assistance to organize a shooting star viewing event at school. Mihoshi is deeply moved by this gesture, showing her emotional response to the effort made for her.
- 11EP 11
Saku's astronomy club attends a winter stargazing camp with a girl from Takami Girls' School.
Sep 15, 2009Saku's astronomy club participates in a winter stargazing camp with a girl from Takami Girls' School who attended the Autumn Stargazing Conference. Saku, Edogawa, and Hime are underdressed for the cold. While Saku and Edogawa have extra layers, Hime cannot wear them. After freezing on the first day, Hime attempts to visit a closed convenience store during a blizzard and becomes lost. The group realizes she is missing and suspects Mihoshi has gone to search for her. Mihoshi locates Hime, who is near freezing, and they shelter in a small snow cave. They discover they are close to the cabin. Upon returning, they are scolded for their actions but everyone is relieved to have them safe.
- 12EP 12
Astronomy Club Members Stargaze and Face Future Recruitment Challenges
Sep 22, 2009The astronomy club members wake up late and warm up in outdoor baths. Ayumi Ōmi notices Roma stressing over university entrance exams and takes him to buy a study book and have dinner at a fancy restaurant. The group waits until the moon sets on the third night, spending their final night in the mountains stargazing and taking photos. They use eyepieces Mihoshi brought to find Saturn, which is an entrancing sight for everyone. The following spring, Mihoshi has succeeded as club president after Roma graduated and entered into university with Ayumi. Everyone puts in more effort this year for recruiting members, since they are now one member short, and are again in danger of getting disbanded.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Sora no Manimani have?
- Sora no Manimani has 12 episodes.
- When did Sora no Manimani come out?
- Sora no Manimani came out in 2009.
- Which studio made Sora no Manimani?
- Sora no Manimani was produced by Studio Comet.
- Who directed Sora no Manimani?
- Sora no Manimani was directed by Shinji Takamatsu.
- Is Sora no Manimani finished?
- Current status of Sora no Manimani: Finished.