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Kodocha

S1 · E13 · My Name Is Going to Change

Tsuyoshi misses school one day, and Akito and Sana get together to help their friend.

▌ EPISODES

I'm an Elementary School Student with a Pimp
EP 01I'm an Elementary School Student with a Pimp1996-04-05

Sana Kurata, the sixth grader with a "pimp," struggles to deal with her class full of troublemakers.

The Whole Classroom Is a Monkey Mountain
EP 02The Whole Classroom Is a Monkey Mountain1996-04-12

Sana continues to confront Akito, and the girls in the class join her.

Operation Eyeball, Toothball!
EP 03Operation Eyeball, Toothball!1996-04-26

Sana learns about Akito's weakness.

Lone Wolf, Awooo!
EP 04Lone Wolf, Awooo!1996-05-03

Akito has stopped acting up due to Sana's blackmail, but now another boy vies for the "boss monkey" title.

Naughty Hayama, Where Are You Going?
EP 05Naughty Hayama, Where Are You Going?1996-05-03

While Sana get Akito open up, Sana gets a glimpse of a family very different from her own.

Chicken-and-Egg Dum-Dum, Too Yucky to Eat
EP 06Chicken-and-Egg Dum-Dum, Too Yucky to Eat1996-05-10

Sana gets the Hayama family to watch her new TV drama.

Kurumi and the Wound-Up Love Rivalry
EP 07Kurumi and the Wound-Up Love Rivalry1996-05-17

Sana learns of Asako and Rei's past together.

A Juice-Drenched First Kiss
EP 08A Juice-Drenched First Kiss1996-05-24

Sana takes a field trip to help her forget why Rei has been acting so weird.

Pinch, Pinch, Sana's Love
EP 09Pinch, Pinch, Sana's Love1996-05-31

Sana copes with her surprising first kiss.

Tweet-Tweet, Love Flies Away
EP 10Tweet-Tweet, Love Flies Away1996-06-07

Sana meets Aono, Tsuyoshi's younger sister.

Father, You Are His Father
EP 11Father, You Are His Father1996-06-14

Sana goes back to focusing more on her work, taking on several commercials with her Child's Toy co-star, Zenjiro.

This Time, Sana Is the Lonely Wolf
EP 12This Time, Sana Is the Lonely Wolf1996-06-21

Rei signs Sana up for too many commercials, and causes her to forget a promise she made to her friends.

My Name Is Going to Change
EP 13My Name Is Going to Change1996-06-28

Tsuyoshi misses school one day, and Akito and Sana get together to help their friend.

The Summer of My Promise (1)
EP 14The Summer of My Promise (1)1996-07-05

Everyone is excited about a class camping trip. While Sana looks cheerful as usual, Akito notices that she is worried about something.

The Summer of My Promise (2)
EP 15The Summer of My Promise (2)1996-07-12

Akito does his best to comfort a distraught Sana, who's still fearing the potential aftermath of Misako's book getting published.

Heart-Pounding Twice Over
EP 16Heart-Pounding Twice Over1996-07-19

Sana performs in a play and invites her classmates, teachers, and Naozumi.

Ah, What a Surprise! Mama's Book
EP 17Ah, What a Surprise! Mama's Book1996-07-26

Misako's book "My Daughter and I" has been released.

A Hungry Pair Plays Hide-and-Seek
EP 18A Hungry Pair Plays Hide-and-Seek1996-08-02

Sana stays the night with the Hayama family.

The Daughter Cries, and the Mother Cries, Too
EP 19The Daughter Cries, and the Mother Cries, Too1996-08-09

Sana meets her biological mother and half-sister.

Feeling Good with a Sana-chan Quiz!
EP 20Feeling Good with a Sana-chan Quiz!1996-08-16

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.

Could Be a Small-Size Hayama
EP 21Could Be a Small-Size Hayama1996-08-23

Sana visits Kamura Academy with Naozumi.

Heart of Karate and Announcement of Retirement
EP 22Heart of Karate and Announcement of Retirement1996-08-30

Akito begins studying karate, but isn't happy with his first lessons.

Clear, with Occasional Gone Missing
EP 23Clear, with Occasional Gone Missing1996-09-06

Sana helps find Mariko, who sneaks into the set of "Child's Toy" to find Sana.

Math Life Drives Me Batty
EP 24Math Life Drives Me Batty1996-09-13

Principal 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.

A Band-Aid for the Heart?
EP 25A Band-Aid for the Heart?1996-09-20

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.

Cock-a-Doodle-Doo, Morning Is Coming
EP 26Cock-a-Doodle-Doo, Morning Is Coming1996-09-27

Sana's gift to Aono, the little baby chick, has now become a full-grown rooster.

Give Me Sympathy and Lend Me Money
EP 27Give Me Sympathy and Lend Me Money1996-10-04

Misako's ex-husband, Ryousuke Kashima asks Sana for a favor, Akito and Tsuyoshi become worried about her and decide to follow them around.

Love-Love, Father Hayama's Song
EP 28Love-Love, Father Hayama's Song1996-10-11

Sana and Tsuyoshi visit Akito's mother's grave with the Hayama family, which is also Akito's birthday.

She's Here! Mother's Mother
EP 29She's Here! Mother's Mother1996-10-18

Misako's mother Shizuka visits Misako and Sana in Tokyo.

My Boyfriend Has to Grin and Bear It
EP 30My Boyfriend Has to Grin and Bear It1996-10-25

Asako stars in a romantic drama with popular performer Takuya Kimochi, and rumors begin.

The Snake Stomps in with His Shoes Still On
EP 31The Snake Stomps in with His Shoes Still On1996-11-01

A tabloid photographer named Kurosaki is determined to get a scoop on Sana.

Dad, You've Been Arrested
EP 32Dad, You've Been Arrested1996-11-08

Tsuyoshi's father is thrown in jail, and Tsuyoshi and his sister are picked on by their classmates.

Love Tastes Like Curry
EP 33Love Tastes Like Curry1996-11-15

The 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.

A Singing Heart Goes 3, 2, 1
EP 34A Singing Heart Goes 3, 2, 11996-11-22

It's Zenjiro's birthday so Sana plans to hold a birthday party for him.

There Is a Reason for These Presents
EP 35There Is a Reason for These Presents1996-11-29

Tsuyoshi receives an anonymous gift.

Take Me to Kusatsu
EP 36Take Me to Kusatsu1996-12-06

Winter vacation brings a trip to the Kurata Hot Springs Inn in Kusatsu.

Kiss! Fight! Karate and Trumpet
EP 37Kiss! Fight! Karate and Trumpet1996-12-13

Akito stresses about trying to buy a gift for Sana, and Sana stresses about a job.

A Heart-Pounding Kiss at Christmas
EP 38A Heart-Pounding Kiss at Christmas1996-12-20

Sana hosts her and Akito's middle birthday/Christmas party.

100 Haya-Moths and the Scales of Fury
EP 39100 Haya-Moths and the Scales of Fury1997-01-03

Moth versions of Akito, known as Haya-moths, turn everyone into moth versions of themselves.

Suddenly, One Day, I'm a Homeless Girl
EP 40Suddenly, One Day, I'm a Homeless Girl1997-01-10

The Kurata household copes with a major setback.

He Got Me Blacklisted
EP 41He Got Me Blacklisted1997-01-17

Sana can not find work. But it seems to be bigger than everyone expects.

The Delirious Nick-of-Time Deadline
EP 42The Delirious Nick-of-Time Deadline1997-01-24

Onda had asked Sana to write a book. Sana then puts off the book until there's only about a week left.

My Boyfriend Is Like a Father to Me
EP 43My Boyfriend Is Like a Father to Me1997-01-31

Reporters believe Sana and Takeshi to be father and daughter, but Sana says that it's not true and then declares that they are lovers.

Gomi-kun, Gomi-kun, Where Are You Going?
EP 44Gomi-kun, Gomi-kun, Where Are You Going?1997-02-07

Gomi does some shoplifting, and then he runs away. But, runs into Akito leaving the stolen loot.

Mixed Feelings About Valentines
EP 45Mixed Feelings About Valentines1997-02-14

Takeshi misses work, leading everyone to believe he drops out.

Am I Wrong for Running Away?
EP 46Am I Wrong for Running Away?1997-02-21

Sana's book hit the store shelves, but Mami wasn't mentioned anywhere in the book.

Under the Same Roof with You
EP 47Under the Same Roof with You1997-02-28

The apartment that Sana stayed in gets torn down, and for another week, the Kurata family is homeless.

Father, You Are My Father
EP 48Father, You Are My Father1997-03-07

Misako learns something about Takeshi.

This Is Our Last Scene Together
EP 49This Is Our Last Scene Together1997-03-14

Takeshi find outs that Sana is actually his daughter.

Spring Comes In an Avalanche of Tears
EP 50Spring Comes In an Avalanche of Tears1997-03-21

Depressed by the death of Takeshi, Sana leaves for the mountains and Akito convinces her to come home.

Up to Today, and as of Tomorrow
EP 51Up to Today, and as of Tomorrow1997-04-04

A clipshow episode where Zenjiro recruits several of Sana's friends to discuss the relationship between Sana and Akito.

The Best Friend I Met in the Restroom
EP 52The Best Friend I Met in the Restroom1997-04-04

It's the first day of middle school, and Sana meets a new girl, Fuka, in the bathroom. They discover they have much in common.

My Life Plan Went Kaput All Because of a Kiss
EP 53My Life Plan Went Kaput All Because of a Kiss1997-04-11

Fuka tells Sana why she slapped Akito, and about how Akito ruined her life by stealing her first kiss in kindergarten.

Sana Wasn't Ready for Love
EP 54Sana Wasn't Ready for Love1997-04-18

Sana tells Tsuyoshi that she doesn't believe in love anymore because of what happened with Rei.

The Actress Is Holing Up in the Mountains
EP 55The Actress Is Holing Up in the Mountains1997-04-25

Sana leaves to film a movie in a secluded mountain area.

I'm Seriously, Seriously, for Real, Serious
EP 56I'm Seriously, Seriously, for Real, Serious1997-05-02

Sana and the crew arrive at the movie set location in the mountains.

A Fakey Boyfriend Lured in by Sushi
EP 57A Fakey Boyfriend Lured in by Sushi1997-05-09

Fuka asks Akito to be her boyfriend, and bribes him with sushi, so she won't lose face to her old friends.

Lovey Dovey Times in the Mountains
EP 58Lovey Dovey Times in the Mountains1997-05-16

Naozumi confesses his feelings to Sana.

Getting Over Injuries and Storms
EP 59Getting Over Injuries and Storms1997-05-23

Sana gets attacked by Naozumi's fans.

Somtimes You Realize You're in Love Once You've Been Rejected
EP 60Somtimes You Realize You're in Love Once You've Been Rejected1997-05-30

Upon finding out that Akito is going out with her best friend, Fuka, she comes to realize her true feelings towards him.

I'm Not Going to Cry Just Because My Heart's Broken
EP 61I'm Not Going to Cry Just Because My Heart's Broken1997-06-06

Sana's mom visits her on the set and tries to cheer her up.

This Summer Literally Burned Up
EP 62This Summer Literally Burned Up1997-06-13

Sana faces a dangerous situation while filming a movie scene inside the burning mansion.

You Can't Believe the Rumors
EP 63You Can't Believe the Rumors1997-06-20

Sana deals with tabloid rumors of her and Nauzomi dating.

The Truth Has to Be Somewhere
EP 64The Truth Has to Be Somewhere1997-06-27

Naozumi reveals the true nature of his rationship with Sana on live television broadcast, and also exposes her feelings toward Akito.

And Now, Those Two Face a Long Goodbye
EP 65And Now, Those Two Face a Long Goodbye1997-07-04

After mutual confessions, Sana and Akito argue, but they are interrupted by a nurse.

Run Away, Run Away, Across the Sea
EP 66Run Away, Run Away, Across the Sea1997-07-11

Sana and Naozumi leave for New York to star in a Broadway musical together.

New York Is Filled with Suspense
EP 67New York Is Filled with Suspense1997-07-18

Strange incidents keep happening to Sana and Naozumi upon their arrival in New York.

The World Is Filled with Mysteries
EP 68The World Is Filled with Mysteries1997-06-25

Rei goes to Hollywood to find Mr. Hamilton, while Sana and Naozumi begin rehearsals.

You Also Have Emerald Eyes
EP 69You Also Have Emerald Eyes1997-08-01

Sana and Naozumi discover the truth about the mysterious ghost they've been seeing.

Lunchtime Seems Dangerous
EP 70Lunchtime Seems Dangerous1997-08-08

Sana, Rei and Naozumi spend their first night at the hotel and Naozumi encounters the strange man from before.

The Mother Was a Complete Surprise
EP 71The Mother Was a Complete Surprise1997-08-15

Brad reveals why he is terrorizing Sana and Naozumi.

You Found Out Too Much About My Secret
EP 72You Found Out Too Much About My Secret1997-08-22

Brad tells Naozumi the background of his relationship with Secil.

The Stupid American Parent and Child
EP 73The Stupid American Parent and Child1997-08-29

Secil deals with feeling unwanted and unloved due to her injury.

The Mother Is Gleefully Plotting Away
EP 74The Mother Is Gleefully Plotting Away1997-09-05

Yuko has decided to use Naozumi as a tool to get fame.

Where in Manhattan Is My Daughter?
EP 75Where in Manhattan Is My Daughter?1997-09-12

Secil runs away after overhearing a conversation between Yuko and Naozumi.

Should I Go Home? Maybe I Should
EP 76Should I Go Home? Maybe I Should1997-09-19

Naozumi and Sana weigh their options after Naozumi learns of his mother's true intentions.

Papa, This Is Your Fault!
EP 77Papa, This Is Your Fault!1997-09-26

Naozumi and Sana reconsider their decision to return to Japan and instead meet with the Hamilton family.

First and Final Fight Between Parent and Child
EP 78First and Final Fight Between Parent and Child1997-10-03

As Yuko's luck runs out, she and Naozumi fight over her treatment of him.

There Are Fathers Who Just Can't Be Fathers
EP 79There Are Fathers Who Just Can't Be Fathers1997-10-10

Gary and Naozumi attempt to adapt to their newfound relationship.

Sing One More Time, 3, 2, 1
EP 80Sing One More Time, 3, 2, 11997-10-17

Sana and Naozumi defy a new law prohibiting singing and music.

Hello, Goodbye, My Love
EP 81Hello, Goodbye, My Love1997-10-24

Sana and Naozumi recall to their time in New York on their return to Japan.

We've Been Getting Along Great Ever Since
EP 82We've Been Getting Along Great Ever Since1997-10-31

Naozumi and Sana re-adjust to life in Japan.

Only the Best Couples
EP 83Only the Best Couples1997-11-07

Sana's friends welcome her back and pay her a visit where she announces that she and Naozumi are officially a couple.

The New Manager Is a PYT
EP 84The New Manager Is a PYT1997-11-14

Naozumi is suspicious of his new manager, Riho.

There Were Lines That Just Couldn't Be Said
EP 85There Were Lines That Just Couldn't Be Said1997-11-21

Sana objects to script dialogue that requires her to call another character a "devil."

Everything Is Clearer Now That I Can't See
EP 86Everything Is Clearer Now That I Can't See1997-11-28

Fuka's temporary blindness allows her to see Sana and Akito's feelings toward each other.

Fighting, Separation, How Will It End?
EP 87Fighting, Separation, How Will It End?1997-12-05

Fuka and Akito assess their relationship.

So This Kind of Day Has Come
EP 88So This Kind of Day Has Come1997-12-12

Sand decides to quit acting and return to school.

Hallelujah on Christmas Eve? My Heart
EP 89Hallelujah on Christmas Eve? My Heart1997-12-19

Sana reflects on her feelings toward Akito and Naozumi.

Mecha Hayama Mama Is Mama Hayama / The Magical Curse Is Uri Uri Urinal
EP 90Mecha Hayama Mama Is Mama Hayama / The Magical Curse Is Uri Uri Urinal1997-12-30

In this fantasy episode, Hayama's father builds a mother robot.

The New Year Came and So Did a Fan
EP 91The New Year Came and So Did a Fan1998-01-09

Sana's fan club is disappointed by her lack of acting work.

The Easiest but Not Math Video
EP 92The Easiest but Not Math Video1998-01-16

Sana doesn't understand the subject she's trying to teach for her new job.

They're Appearing with the Same Name
EP 93They're Appearing with the Same Name1998-01-23

Sana gets a strange letter from someone using her name.

If You Rock and Roll for a Child's Toy Spring
EP 94If You Rock and Roll for a Child's Toy Spring1998-01-30

Sana and Zenjiro are reunited in the new series "Kodocha."

Maybe Things Can Go Back to Normal
EP 95Maybe Things Can Go Back to Normal1998-02-06

Takaishi and Fuka are now both single. Can Sana and Zenjiro play Cupid and help these two get together?

Waiting but Rushing Adults in Love
EP 96Waiting but Rushing Adults in Love1998-02-13

Asako 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?

The Happiness Project: Now Lend Me Money
EP 97The Happiness Project: Now Lend Me Money1998-02-27

Misako's ex-husband is back again to ask for money. But this time, he is serious. At least, he thinks he is...

Big Sis Seems to Be in Love
EP 98Big Sis Seems to Be in Love1998-02-27

It'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.

The Karate Club Is Great, Come Check It Out
EP 99The Karate Club Is Great, Come Check It Out1998-03-06

Sana wants to form a karate club for Akito's sake.

The Blackboard Erasers Disappeared
EP 100The Blackboard Erasers Disappeared1998-03-13

The 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.

All Three of Them Disappeared
EP 101All Three of Them Disappeared1998-03-20

Other kids started talking bad about Akito and Sana and Jinbou Elementary School's 6th grade Class 3.

Kodocha Continues Always and Forever!
EP 102Kodocha Continues Always and Forever!1998-03-27

Sengoku's evil plot to expel Akito is revealed.