Ep. 52: Ataru rescues an injured bird that becomes a raccoon to repay him
Aired on December 8, 1982
Ataru provides assistance to a bird suffering from injuries. The injured creature subsequently undergoes a transformation, taking on the form of a raccoon. Following this change, the new raccoon decides to reside with Ataru. This living arrangement is established as a method for the creature to return the kindness and aid previously shown by Ataru during its time of need.
Episodes
- Ep. 48 · Princess Kurama faces a new challenge after being awakened by Ataru
- Ep. 49 · Ten Spreads Cavities by Biting Ten People to Visit Ataru's Class
- Ep. 50 · Ataru Meets Mendou's Sister Ryouko Amidst Forbidden Romance Plans
- Ep. 51 · Ten shelters a kotatsu spirit, causing stairway blockage and family conflict
- Ep. 52 · Ataru rescues an injured bird that becomes a raccoon to repay him
- Ep. 53 · Ataru secures a bathhouse attendant position expecting to harass women but faces unexpected consequences
- Ep. 54 · Lum Organizes the Class's End-of-Year Party While Ataru Questions Her Literal Interpretation
- Ep. 55 · Musashi the Bad Boy Becomes a Food Thief in Ancient Japan
- Ep. 56 · Ten seeks revenge on Ataru during noisy class despite Onsen-Mark's threats