Kodocha
1996 · Animation, Comedy, Drama · 1 Season · 102 Episodes ·
Sana Kurata has a charmed life. Not only is her mother is a famous, award-winning writer, but she's the star of the hit TV comedy "Child's Toy" while still in the fifth grade. But Sana's biggest concern is Akito Hayama, a pint-sized hellion who's organized the boys in their grade-school class into a mass of unending noise and violence. With the help of Rei, her manager, chauffeur and "pimp," Sana is determined to win back control of the classroom from her new arch-enemy. But as her crusade continues, Sana moves further into Akito's life, and finds that he might not be entirely bad...or entirely safe.
Episodes
1. I'm an Elementary School Student with a PimpSana Kurata, the sixth grader with a "pimp," struggles to deal with her class full of troublemakers.
2. The Whole Classroom Is a Monkey MountainSana continues to confront Akito, and the girls in the class join her.
3. Operation Eyeball, Toothball!Sana learns about Akito's weakness.
4. Lone Wolf, Awooo!Akito has stopped acting up due to Sana's blackmail, but now another boy vies for the "boss monkey" title.
5. Naughty Hayama, Where Are You Going?While Sana get Akito open up, Sana gets a glimpse of a family very different from her own.
6. Chicken-and-Egg Dum-Dum, Too Yucky to EatSana gets the Hayama family to watch her new TV drama.
7. Kurumi and the Wound-Up Love RivalrySana learns of Asako and Rei's past together.
8. A Juice-Drenched First KissSana takes a field trip to help her forget why Rei has been acting so weird.
9. Pinch, Pinch, Sana's LoveSana copes with her surprising first kiss.
10. Tweet-Tweet, Love Flies AwaySana meets Aono, Tsuyoshi's younger sister.
11. Father, You Are His FatherSana goes back to focusing more on her work, taking on several commercials with her Child's Toy co-star, Zenjiro.
12. This Time, Sana Is the Lonely WolfRei signs Sana up for too many commercials, and causes her to forget a promise she made to her friends.
13. My Name Is Going to ChangeTsuyoshi misses school one day, and Akito and Sana get together to help their friend.
14. The Summer of My Promise (1)Everyone is excited about a class camping trip. While Sana looks cheerful as usual, Akito notices that she is worried about something.
15. The Summer of My Promise (2)Akito does his best to comfort a distraught Sana, who's still fearing the potential aftermath of Misako's book getting published.
16. Heart-Pounding Twice OverSana performs in a play and invites her classmates, teachers, and Naozumi.
17. Ah, What a Surprise! Mama's BookMisako's book "My Daughter and I" has been released.
18. A Hungry Pair Plays Hide-and-SeekSana stays the night with the Hayama family.
19. The Daughter Cries, and the Mother Cries, TooSana meets her biological mother and half-sister.
20. Feeling Good with a Sana-chan Quiz!A recap episode set up as quiz show hosted by series mascot, Babbit, and "Child's Toy" host, Zenjiro, recapping from the start of the story to the end of the love-triangle arc.
21. Could Be a Small-Size HayamaSana visits Kamura Academy with Naozumi.
22. Heart of Karate and Announcement of RetirementAkito begins studying karate, but isn't happy with his first lessons.
23. Clear, with Occasional Gone MissingSana helps find Mariko, who sneaks into the set of "Child's Toy" to find Sana.
24. Math Life Drives Me BattyPrincipal Narunaru goes on a business trip, and Ms. Andoh takes this opportunity to threaten Class 3 of failing them and preventing them from advancing to junior high school.
25. A Band-Aid for the Heart?Due to the pond-incident earlier in the school year, where Mami was nearly drowned by Akito and his old goons, Mami is now traumatized and scared of Akito.
26. Cock-a-Doodle-Doo, Morning Is ComingSana's gift to Aono, the little baby chick, has now become a full-grown rooster.
27. Give Me Sympathy and Lend Me MoneyMisako's ex-husband, Ryousuke Kashima asks Sana for a favor, Akito and Tsuyoshi become worried about her and decide to follow them around.
28. Love-Love, Father Hayama's SongSana and Tsuyoshi visit Akito's mother's grave with the Hayama family, which is also Akito's birthday.
29. She's Here! Mother's MotherMisako's mother Shizuka visits Misako and Sana in Tokyo.
30. My Boyfriend Has to Grin and Bear ItAsako stars in a romantic drama with popular performer Takuya Kimochi, and rumors begin.
31. The Snake Stomps in with His Shoes Still OnA tabloid photographer named Kurosaki is determined to get a scoop on Sana.
32. Dad, You've Been ArrestedTsuyoshi's father is thrown in jail, and Tsuyoshi and his sister are picked on by their classmates.
33. Love Tastes Like CurryThe boys and girls of Class 3 battle it out over after-school cleaning chores and is escalated further once Ms. Mitsuya and Mr. Tanaka argue about their upcoming wedding and their life after marriage.
34. A Singing Heart Goes 3, 2, 1It's Zenjiro's birthday so Sana plans to hold a birthday party for him.
35. There Is a Reason for These PresentsTsuyoshi receives an anonymous gift.
36. Take Me to KusatsuWinter vacation brings a trip to the Kurata Hot Springs Inn in Kusatsu.
37. Kiss! Fight! Karate and TrumpetAkito stresses about trying to buy a gift for Sana, and Sana stresses about a job.
38. A Heart-Pounding Kiss at ChristmasSana hosts her and Akito's middle birthday/Christmas party.
39. 100 Haya-Moths and the Scales of FuryMoth versions of Akito, known as Haya-moths, turn everyone into moth versions of themselves.
40. Suddenly, One Day, I'm a Homeless GirlThe Kurata household copes with a major setback.
41. He Got Me BlacklistedSana can not find work. But it seems to be bigger than everyone expects.
42. The Delirious Nick-of-Time DeadlineOnda had asked Sana to write a book. Sana then puts off the book until there's only about a week left.
43. My Boyfriend Is Like a Father to MeReporters believe Sana and Takeshi to be father and daughter, but Sana says that it's not true and then declares that they are lovers.
44. Gomi-kun, Gomi-kun, Where Are You Going?Gomi does some shoplifting, and then he runs away. But, runs into Akito leaving the stolen loot.
45. Mixed Feelings About ValentinesTakeshi misses work, leading everyone to believe he drops out.
46. Am I Wrong for Running Away?Sana's book hit the store shelves, but Mami wasn't mentioned anywhere in the book.
47. Under the Same Roof with YouThe apartment that Sana stayed in gets torn down, and for another week, the Kurata family is homeless.
48. Father, You Are My FatherMisako learns something about Takeshi.
49. This Is Our Last Scene TogetherTakeshi find outs that Sana is actually his daughter.
50. Spring Comes In an Avalanche of TearsDepressed by the death of Takeshi, Sana leaves for the mountains and Akito convinces her to come home.
51. Up to Today, and as of TomorrowA clipshow episode where Zenjiro recruits several of Sana's friends to discuss the relationship between Sana and Akito.
52. The Best Friend I Met in the RestroomIt's the first day of middle school, and Sana meets a new girl, Fuka, in the bathroom. They discover they have much in common.
53. My Life Plan Went Kaput All Because of a KissFuka tells Sana why she slapped Akito, and about how Akito ruined her life by stealing her first kiss in kindergarten.
54. Sana Wasn't Ready for LoveSana tells Tsuyoshi that she doesn't believe in love anymore because of what happened with Rei.
55. The Actress Is Holing Up in the MountainsSana leaves to film a movie in a secluded mountain area.
56. I'm Seriously, Seriously, for Real, SeriousSana and the crew arrive at the movie set location in the mountains.
57. A Fakey Boyfriend Lured in by SushiFuka asks Akito to be her boyfriend, and bribes him with sushi, so she won't lose face to her old friends.
58. Lovey Dovey Times in the MountainsNaozumi confesses his feelings to Sana.
59. Getting Over Injuries and StormsSana gets attacked by Naozumi's fans.
60. Somtimes You Realize You're in Love Once You've Been RejectedUpon finding out that Akito is going out with her best friend, Fuka, she comes to realize her true feelings towards him.
61. I'm Not Going to Cry Just Because My Heart's BrokenSana's mom visits her on the set and tries to cheer her up.
62. This Summer Literally Burned UpSana faces a dangerous situation while filming a movie scene inside the burning mansion.
63. You Can't Believe the RumorsSana deals with tabloid rumors of her and Nauzomi dating.
64. The Truth Has to Be SomewhereNaozumi reveals the true nature of his rationship with Sana on live television broadcast, and also exposes her feelings toward Akito.
65. And Now, Those Two Face a Long GoodbyeAfter mutual confessions, Sana and Akito argue, but they are interrupted by a nurse.
66. Run Away, Run Away, Across the SeaSana and Naozumi leave for New York to star in a Broadway musical together.
67. New York Is Filled with SuspenseStrange incidents keep happening to Sana and Naozumi upon their arrival in New York.
68. The World Is Filled with MysteriesRei goes to Hollywood to find Mr. Hamilton, while Sana and Naozumi begin rehearsals.
69. You Also Have Emerald EyesSana and Naozumi discover the truth about the mysterious ghost they've been seeing.
70. Lunchtime Seems DangerousSana, Rei and Naozumi spend their first night at the hotel and Naozumi encounters the strange man from before.
71. The Mother Was a Complete SurpriseBrad reveals why he is terrorizing Sana and Naozumi.
72. You Found Out Too Much About My SecretBrad tells Naozumi the background of his relationship with Secil.
73. The Stupid American Parent and ChildSecil deals with feeling unwanted and unloved due to her injury.
74. The Mother Is Gleefully Plotting AwayYuko has decided to use Naozumi as a tool to get fame.
75. Where in Manhattan Is My Daughter?Secil runs away after overhearing a conversation between Yuko and Naozumi.
76. Should I Go Home? Maybe I ShouldNaozumi and Sana weigh their options after Naozumi learns of his mother's true intentions.
77. Papa, This Is Your Fault!Naozumi and Sana reconsider their decision to return to Japan and instead meet with the Hamilton family.
78. First and Final Fight Between Parent and ChildAs Yuko's luck runs out, she and Naozumi fight over her treatment of him.
79. There Are Fathers Who Just Can't Be FathersGary and Naozumi attempt to adapt to their newfound relationship.
80. Sing One More Time, 3, 2, 1Sana and Naozumi defy a new law prohibiting singing and music.
81. Hello, Goodbye, My LoveSana and Naozumi recall to their time in New York on their return to Japan.
82. We've Been Getting Along Great Ever SinceNaozumi and Sana re-adjust to life in Japan.
83. Only the Best CouplesSana's friends welcome her back and pay her a visit where she announces that she and Naozumi are officially a couple.
84. The New Manager Is a PYTNaozumi is suspicious of his new manager, Riho.
85. There Were Lines That Just Couldn't Be SaidSana objects to script dialogue that requires her to call another character a "devil."
86. Everything Is Clearer Now That I Can't SeeFuka's temporary blindness allows her to see Sana and Akito's feelings toward each other.
87. Fighting, Separation, How Will It End?Fuka and Akito assess their relationship.
88. So This Kind of Day Has ComeSand decides to quit acting and return to school.
89. Hallelujah on Christmas Eve? My HeartSana reflects on her feelings toward Akito and Naozumi.
90. Mecha Hayama Mama Is Mama Hayama / The Magical Curse Is Uri Uri UrinalIn this fantasy episode, Hayama's father builds a mother robot.
91. The New Year Came and So Did a FanSana's fan club is disappointed by her lack of acting work.
92. The Easiest but Not Math VideoSana doesn't understand the subject she's trying to teach for her new job.
93. They're Appearing with the Same NameSana gets a strange letter from someone using her name.
94. If You Rock and Roll for a Child's Toy SpringSana and Zenjiro are reunited in the new series "Kodocha."
95. Maybe Things Can Go Back to NormalTakaishi and Fuka are now both single. Can Sana and Zenjiro play Cupid and help these two get together?
96. Waiting but Rushing Adults in LoveAsako is getting ready to leave for London but Rei is not ready to give up his career for her. Is this the end of their relationship?
97. The Happiness Project: Now Lend Me MoneyMisako's ex-husband is back again to ask for money. But this time, he is serious. At least, he thinks he is...
98. Big Sis Seems to Be in LoveIt's Akito's sister who falls in love with the "perfect" guy. But it seems that the guy is a massive playboy, and is dating many other girls.
99. The Karate Club Is Great, Come Check It OutSana wants to form a karate club for Akito's sake.
100. The Blackboard Erasers DisappearedThe new karate club member, Nakao, cannot find any meaning in his existence and chooses to rot away in the north wing with the blackboard erasers.
101. All Three of Them DisappearedOther kids started talking bad about Akito and Sana and Jinbou Elementary School's 6th grade Class 3.
102. Kodocha Continues Always and Forever!Sengoku's evil plot to expel Akito is revealed.
