Ep. 96: Fujiko Wins Judo Match as Yawara Joins Company and Sayaka Returns
Aired on February 3, 1992
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Fujiko secures an ippon victory in the final moments of her match. Marilyn recruits female students to sustain the judo club, while Jigoro vanishes from the gym, leaving a French fan searching for his autograph. The Tsurukame president announces Yawara’s company employment, prompting Matsuda to caution against exploitation as he pursues both her athletic and personal identity. Coach Yuutenji concludes his recruitment efforts are futile. Meanwhile, Jigoro and Yuutenji speculate on Sayaka’s location. After ten months of training, she finally returns to the gym, immediately seeking a bath.
Episodes
- Ep. 92 · Jigoro manipulates the competition format while Paddy-field devises a strategic lineup for the team judo event.
- Ep. 93 · Kyon-Kyon Risks Her Life
- Ep. 94 · Sayuri secures victory through resilience while Fujiko faces intense psychological pressure
- Ep. 95 · Fujiko struggles with nerves but gains confidence through Shinnosuke's romantic encouragement during the match.
- Ep. 96 · Fujiko Wins Judo Match as Yawara Joins Company and Sayaka Returns
- Ep. 97 · Graduation Ceremony Aftermath and Sayaka's Public Judo Challenge
- Ep. 98 · Sayaka announces training while Jigoro enters Fujiko for the All Japan Judo Championship
- Ep. 99 · Yawara Takes On Her First Task at Tsurukame Agency Amidst Rivalry
- Ep. 100 · Yawara chooses Kato Chu over All Japan due to scheduling conflict