Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun
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EP 1Shizuku and Haru navigate friendship, rivalry, and a monjayaki date after his return to school.
Oct 2, 2012Shizuku Mizutani visits Haru Yoshida, who is skipping school after serving a suspension for fighting. Haru declares them friends, prompting teacher Saeko to pressure Shizuku into persuading him to return to avoid expulsion. Haru’s punk associates exploit his kindness for money, but Shizuku exposes their deceit. Haru confesses his love and returns to school, where his misunderstanding of social norms leads to strange behavior. He asks Shizuku to a monjayaki restaurant, but she declines due to studies. After Haru solves a math problem, Shizuku recalls he was previously the top student. She views him as a rival, studies intensely, and ranks first in the midterms. Finally, she agrees to the restaurant date. During the outing, Haru casually kisses her, leaving Shizuku stunned.
EP 2Shizuku and Haru navigate a monjayaki meal, a stray rooster, and a tutoring arrangement that leads to a rooftop confession.
Oct 9, 2012Shizuku and Haru visit a monjayaki restaurant, where Shizuku eats quickly to avoid Haru’s kiss. Haru finds a stray rooster and seeks an owner as his strange behavior becomes normal. Asako Natsume asks Shizuku to tutor her for a makeup exam to avoid a scheduling conflict with an online community meetup, but Shizuku refuses. Haru agrees to tutor Asako in exchange for attending the meetup. Sasahara introduces himself to Shizuku, explains Haru’s personality, and agrees to care for the rooster. Shizuku eventually tutors Asako after Haru’s lessons fail, helping her pass the exam. However, Haru ruins the meetup by fighting other members. Shizuku misses class for the first time while sitting on the school roof with Haru. Reflecting on his impact, she confesses her love. The epilogue reveals Asako offers occult love advice to her online community.
EP 3Shizuku confesses love to Haru after they build a chicken coop for the school rooster.
Oct 16, 2012Shizuku regains her composure on the rooftop, denying romantic feelings for Haru, who accepts this revelation. Haru, Asako, and Sasayan secure school board approval to keep a rooster, as Sasayan’s cat prevents home care. The group, joined by Shizuku, constructs a coop following a conflict with Haru’s punk acquaintances at a hardware store. Later, Haru and Shizuku walk home, where he notes positive changes since meeting her. Overcome with emotion, Shizuku admits she has fallen in love with him. Haru responds that his feelings may differ. He then receives a text from Mitsuyoshi stating Yuzan is visiting, prompting him to ask Shizuku to stay at her home for the night.
EP 4Haru's Popularity and Shizuku's Jealousy During Summer Break
Oct 23, 2012Shizuku advises Haru to stop glaring at classmates, prompting him to smile and offer help. This change makes him popular among girls, causing Shizuku to feel jealous for the first time. His fame ends when he fights an upperclassman bullying Chizuru Ooshima from Class A. Haru questions if violence is the right way to help, but Shizuku insists people will see his kindness. After a summer mountain trip, the group meets Haru's brother, Yuzan. Shizuku realizes she still has much to learn about Haru due to their strained relationship. Haru asks how to repay Shizuku for always saving him, and she suggests a date as the method of repayment.
EP 5Shizuku learns about Haru's past from Yuzan and he chooses to stay with her.
Oct 30, 2012Shizuku seeks information regarding Haru’s history from Yuzan, who reveals that their father expelled Haru during middle school but now wishes for his return. Haru intervenes, prompting Yuzan to state his desire for Haru to remain in school, partly for Shizuku’s sake. Later, Haru shares his backstory with Shizuku during their walk home. She tells him that while she would be sad if he left, he should go if he wishes to be elsewhere. Haru declares his choice to stay with her. At school, Shizuku reflects on the changes in her life since meeting Haru. Additionally, Class A representative Chizuru thanks Haru for defending her, and Shizuku observes Chizuru’s blushing reaction.
EP 6Shizuku’s Declining Grades and Chizuru’s Social Struggles
Nov 6, 2012Shizuku notices her mock exam ranking drop to 29th as she spends more time thinking about Haru. Meanwhile, Chizuru struggles with introversion and an inability to make friends. Haru meets her at lunch, and the group gathers at the library to devise sociability strategies. A conflict arises between Haru and Shizuku, leading Shizuku to ignore him. Chizuru reflects on her fear of interaction and observes Shizuku’s comfort with solitude. Shizuku explains her avoidance, which Chizuru translates in a surprising outburst. Haru later takes Shizuku to the library for a date, where she states she no longer has feelings for him. Asako becomes sad upon learning of the date and Shizuku’s reluctance to share her experiences.
EP 7Haru and Shizuku navigate complex emotions amid flashbacks and festival preparations.
Nov 13, 2012Haru confides in Chizuru about relationship struggles while recalling Aunt Kyouko’s past attempts to guide him. Shizuku demands personal space, a sentiment Asako supports by noting girls dislike unwanted touch. Haru’s altercation with an upperclassman disrupts Sasayan’s festival money plans and distresses Shizuku. Chizuru conveys Shizuku’s underlying worry to Haru. Later, Shizuku tells Kenji she prioritizes schoolwork over Haru. Haru finds Shizuku, confesses his feelings, and nearly kisses her before stopping due to Asako’s advice. Shizuku flees, revealing hidden affection despite her efforts to suppress emotions. Haru returns home, fondly remembering Shizuku. The narrative explores their mutual but complicated romantic tension through these interactions and internal reflections.
EP 8Haru and Shizuku confront their feelings and misunderstandings at the Syoyo Festival
Nov 20, 2012Haru becomes angry upon seeing Kenji with Shizuku, accidentally striking Shizuku while attempting to punch Kenji. Shizuku later rejects Asako’s advice regarding her relationship with Haru, while Kenji suggests Shizuku’s lack of honesty hurts Haru. Kenji hides Shizuku in a room to avoid Yuzan, where they overhear Haru and Chizuru. Chizuru confesses to Haru, but Kenji and Shizuku emerge as Yuzan arrives. Haru threatens Chizuru before fleeing when noticed. Shizuku finds Haru, and they apologize for their mistakes. Shizuku admits she feared her grades would drop if she loved Haru. Haru hugs her, and she asks for time to consider their relationship, to which he smiles sincerely.
EP 9Shizuku reflects on her relationship with Haru after her father's store fails.
Nov 27, 2012Six months after the school festival, Shizuku’s father’s business collapses for the sixth time. During a study session with Haru, Sasayan, and Asako, Shizuku realizes she has neglected considering her romantic connection with Haru. Inspired by a story about Shizuku’s lack of goldfish, Haru attempts to catch crayfish for her at the river. Shizuku meets Kenji at the library, where he clarifies her priorities. Meanwhile, Asako endures verbal abuse from other girls at the bakery until Mitsuyoshi intervenes, sparking her admiration for him. The group reunites at the river, and Haru later confronts Kenji about his feelings for Shizuku after Kenji returns her pencil. The episode concludes by revealing that Asako gained admission to the school through unconventional methods.
EP 10Asako's Christmas party plans are disrupted by Shizuku, leading to a complex love triangle involving Haru, Kenji, and Chizuru.
Dec 4, 2012Asako organizes a surprise Christmas gathering at Mitsuyoshi's batting cages, but Shizuku ruins the surprise. While purchasing supplies, Haru's punk associates and Kenji join them. The event differs from Asako's expectations yet remains enjoyable. Haru faces a romantic conflict with Shizuku, Chizuru, and Kenji. He warns Kenji to stay away from Shizuku, who questions his feelings. Haru and Shizuku discuss their relationship using Ryuunosuke Akutagawa's The Spider's Thread. Haru admits jealousy regarding Shizuku attending winter Juku with Kenji. After reflection and Kenji's advice, Shizuku confesses her love, relieving Haru. Shizuku attends the cram school, prompting Haru to cause a public scene. In the epilogue, Haru embarrasses Shizuku after class to ensure she goes straight home. They encounter Chizuru with her friend Yuu Miyama, who teases Chizuru about her affection for Haru.
EP 11Kenji Yamaguchi reflects on his elite status and evolving feelings for Shizuku amidst conflict with Haru.
Dec 11, 2012Kenji views himself as elite and capable of attracting women, yet he gradually acknowledges his romantic interest in Shizuku. After accidentally hugging her to avoid a bicycle, he clashes with Haru, who strikes Kenji’s head. Kenji retaliates by hitting Shizuku with a can after dodging an attack. In class, Kenji suggests Shizuku and Haru complement each other, implying he would be a better partner due to his multitasking skills. Shizuku’s compliment makes him feel victorious. Later, Haru offers to walk with a lost Kenji. Kenji notes Haru’s change, but Haru insists only Shizuku has changed. Kenji leaves by taxi while Haru stays at the bus stop, reminiscing about his brother Yuzan. Haru’s family turmoil stemmed from him, leading Yuzan to wish he did not exist, explaining Haru’s avoidance. Shizuku arrives, and Haru hugs her, confessing his suffering from his strange affectionate methods that drive people away. Shizuku realizes her inability to understand him is the core issue.
EP 12Asako navigates year-end social dynamics and romantic confusion with friends
Dec 18, 2012Asako visits batting cages to return an item to Sasayan, where she encounters harassment from a boy named Yana. After Sasayan apologizes, Asako reveals her distrust of boys due to peer pressure, though she is embarrassed by her feelings for Mitsuyoshi. Haru interrupts to mention a picnic arranged by Shizuki. Asako and Haru share taiyaki, where she notes her comfort around him because he likes Shizuku. As the year ends, Asako feels lonely until Shizuku invites her for a sleepover. Haru reassures her of his friendship, causing her to worry about their future dynamic. The group attends Hatsumoude, meeting Kenji, Chizuru, and Yuu. Asako and Chizuru discuss their feelings while hanging wishes. Later, on the roof, Asako and Mitsuyoshi discuss love versus friendship, leading to an accidental confession that leaves him speechless. Sasayan observes this and notes his plan backfired. In the epilogue, Sasayan waits at the shrine before midnight. Asako wakes up after sleeping with Haru and Shizuku and takes a photo of them.
EP 13Haru searches for a mysterious firefly while leaving items behind for his friends to find.
Dec 25, 2012Shizuku studies at home when Haru enters through the window, asking if she has seen "him." Confused by the vague reference, Shizuku urges Yoshida to clarify, but Haru insists on secrecy and departs, forgetting his phone. As Haru searches for the unknown target, he repeatedly leaves objects behind, which his friends collect. Yu retrieves Nagoya, Haru's rooster, and brings it to Haru's house, where the group gathers to return the lost items. They assume Haru is looking for Nagoya, but Shizuku leaves the group to go home. On her way, she encounters Haru, who denies seeking the rooster. He reveals he is actually searching for a glowing firefly, a creature unlikely to appear in winter. Despite Shizuku's skepticism, they spot one, and Haru admits his true goal is to share this moment with Shizuku. Shizuku reflects that many stories about her friends and Haru remain untold. The epilogue shows Yu waiting at Haru's house with Nagoya when Haru and Mitsuyoshi return home.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun have?
- Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun has 13 episodes.
- When did Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun come out?
- Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun came out in 2012.
- Which studio made Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun?
- Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun was produced by Brain's Base.
- Who directed Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun?
- Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun was directed by Hiro Kaburagi.
- Is Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun finished?
- Current status of Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun: Finished.