Ep. 5: Natsume seeks the torn Book of Friends page binding a spirit enslaved by Reiko fifty years ago.
Aired on February 3, 2009
A spirit reveals that Natsume's grandmother, Reiko, enslaved him fifty years ago by writing his name on a torn page from the Book of Friends and tying it to a tree in a forest. Natsume must determine if he can locate the missing page to free the spirit. The narrative also explores the reasons behind Reiko's decision to bind the spirit to the tree, raising questions about her intentions and the consequences of her past actions on the current situation.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Natsume and Nyanko-sensei pursue a black cat that steals the Book of Friends from their home.
- Ep. 2 · Natsume and Nyanko-sensei assist Gen, a forest guardian, in locating the spirit that destroyed his partner Sui.
- Ep. 3 · Natsume Investigates Strange Noises at the Hot Spring During Natori's Invitation
- Ep. 4 · Natsume cares for a hatching rare baby spirit Tatsumi while facing a dangerous spirit.
- Ep. 5 · Natsume seeks the torn Book of Friends page binding a spirit enslaved by Reiko fifty years ago.
- Ep. 6 · Taki Tooru's arrival brings mysterious crop circles and a snack-seeking Youkai to Natsume's life.
- Ep. 7 · Natsume loses sight after being poisoned by the spirit pursuing Taki in the cave
- Ep. 8 · Natsume and friends visit a lake inn rumored to house a mermaid while doing homework.
- Ep. 9 · Natsume and Nyanko Sensei attempt to return a mysterious cherry blossom picture to its owner, Miya.