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Love Hina
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Love Hina

Wed, Apr 19, 2000
  • Animation
  • Comedy
  • Drama
Series · Synopsis

Synopsis

Keitaro and his childhood sweetheart make a promise to be accepted at and to meet each other at the prestigous Toudai University before she moved out of his life. About a decade later, Keitaro has become an artist and a daydreamer, having ranked 27th from the last in the national practice exam. When his grandmother leaves the all-girls dormitory, he becomes the residential manager and soon meets up with two Todai applicants who may have been that sweetheart, since he`s forgotten her name. Then there the other tenants like young Shinobu who was in despair until Keitaro helped her, Motoko the swordsmaster who sees men as evil distractions, Su Kaolo the genius child inventor and the sneaky Kitsune.

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Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Yuji Ueda
    Yuji Ueda
    as Keitarō Urashima (voice)
  • Yui Horie
    Yui Horie
    as Naru Narusegawa (voice)
  • Masayo Kurata
    Masayo Kurata
    as Shinobu Maehara (voice)
  • Yuu Asakawa
    Yuu Asakawa
    as Motoko Aoyama (voice)
  • Reiko Takagi
    Reiko Takagi
    as Kaolla Suu (voice)
  • Junko Noda
    Junko Noda
    as Mitsune Konno (voice)
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Episodes

1 season · 24 episodes

Ended · 24 aired
Season 1
24 episodes · 24 aired
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  • E1
    All-Girls Dorm with Outdoor Bath: Hot Springs
    Aired · Wed, Apr 19, 2000 · 25m

    Keitaro Urashima promised a girl 15 years ago that they'd get into Tokyo University together. Now a second-year ronin (failed applicant), he heads to his grandmother's inn to focus on studying. But to his shock, the inn has become an all-girls dormitory—Hinata House!

  • E2
    The Hinata's New Resident Shinobu: Arrow Signs
    Aired · Wed, Apr 26, 2000 · 25m

    Shinobu, the timid daughter of a local diner, faces moving away due to family issues. Unable to voice her feelings, she begins preparing to leave. Just then, she meets Keitaro and the quirky residents of Hinata House, and her life starts to change.

  • E3
    Kendo Girl In Love?: Swordplay
    Aired · Wed, May 3, 2000 · 25m

    When resident swordswoman Motoko returns from a training camp to find a man in the dorm, she declares war on Keitaro. But despite her fierce protests, her heart starts pounding every time she sees him. Is this… love?

  • E4
    The Tokyo U Promise From 15 Years Ago: Diary
    Aired · Wed, May 10, 2000 · 25m

    Keitaro's secret as a mere cram school student is exposed. The girls agree to let him stay as manager—on the condition that he studies hard and gets into Tokyo U. Meanwhile, Naru suggests he consider another university, causing tension and confusion.

  • E5
    Wow, a Trip to Kyoto! Exciting
    Aired · Wed, May 17, 2000 · 25m

    After their entrance exams, Keitaro and Naru both decide to travel—coincidentally to Kyoto, and even on the same train. With broken glasses and blurred vision, they end up spending the trip together without recognizing each other. Back at Hinata House, scandalous rumors start flying.

  • E6
    Keitaro's First Kiss is with...? Journey
    Aired · Wed, May 24, 2000 · 25m

    While the Hinata girls panic over Keitaro and Naru's absence, a news report from Kyoto shocks them—Keitaro's been spotted! As they scramble to find him, Keitaro and Naru encounter a mysterious woman who's failed her university exams, and things get unexpectedly romantic.

  • E7
    First Date, Keitaro's True Feelings: Nowadays
    Aired · Wed, May 31, 2000 · 25m

    Kaolla invents a machine that shows people's dreams on TV. In Naru's dream, a handsome man resembling her old classmate Kentaro appears. Smart, rich, and cool—Kentaro seems like the perfect guy, and Keitaro suddenly finds himself with serious competition.

  • E8
    Kendo Girl and the Legend of the Dragon Palace: Is This a Dream?
    Aired · Wed, Jun 7, 2000 · 25m

    Motoko, struggling with her feelings for Keitaro, is warned by her sister Tsuruko that she's losing focus. Determined to return to her disciplined self, Motoko challenges Keitaro to a duel. But during the match, an exhausted Keitaro collapses into her arms...

  • E9
    The Case of the Missing Hinata Apartment Money: A Mystery
    Aired · Wed, Jun 14, 2000 · 25m

    Keitaro falls asleep while counting the tenants' rent. When he wakes, the money is gone. Panic ensues, and all the Hinata House girls join forces to solve the mystery of the vanished cash in this comedic whodunit.

  • E10
    Who Is the Beautiful Woman Wandering in the Moonlight? Transformation
    Aired · Wed, Jun 21, 2000 · 25m

    Rumors swirl of a beautiful woman wandering the hot spring town, followed by crocodile attacks. Kentaro suspects Kaolla is behind the chaos. Things escalate when Kaolla mysteriously ends up in Keitaro's bed that night…

  • E11
    The Idol Shooting for Tokyo U is a Prep School Student: Sing
    Aired · Wed, Jun 28, 2000 · 25m

    Keitaro's club hosts an idol contest, and Naru unexpectedly wins! As she skyrockets into the limelight with TV appearances and a CD debut, Keitaro begins to feel left behind—just as their paths start to diverge.

  • E12
    Changing After the Wedding? Swordmaster Motoko's Sunday Best: Feminine
    Aired · Wed, Jul 5, 2000 · 25m

    Motoko, terrified of turtles, gets her clothes soiled thanks to Tama-chan. With everything in the wash, she's forced into girly clothes by the others. Keitaro catches sight of her transformed appearance—and is unexpectedly captivated.

  • E13
    The First Kiss Tastes Like Lemon? Marshmallow? Adult
    Aired · Wed, Jul 12, 2000 · 25m

    After witnessing a near-kiss between Keitaro and Naru, Shinobu becomes fixated on the idea of kissing. She starts asking everyone what a kiss means, and when Akiko casually mentions kissing yesterday, Shinobu is thrown into a swirl of jealousy and curiosity.

  • E14
    Naru's Crush Is Now a Tokyo U Professor: Turning Into Love?
    Aired · Wed, Jul 19, 2000 · 25m

    Due to overspending on parties, Hinata House faces a complete utilities shutdown in three days. Keitaro takes on a brutal manga assistant job to help. Meanwhile, Naru runs into her childhood crush, now a Tokyo U archaeology lecturer, rekindling old feelings.

  • E15
    I Love You! Romantic Confession Inside a Cave: Tall Tale
    Aired · Wed, Jul 26, 2000 · 25m

    While watching over Seta's mischievous daughter Sarah, Keitaro and the girls chase her to a forbidden door. Suddenly, the long-sealed door creaks open, leading to a surprising discovery—and an even more surprising confession.

  • E16
    Monkey Performance at the Seaside Teahouse Hinata: A Kiss?
    Aired · Wed, Aug 2, 2000 · 25m

    With financial woes looming, Haruka takes everyone to a beach house to work over the summer. The group must perform a ridiculous play to attract customers, while Keitaro struggles with his feelings for Naru amidst all the chaos.

  • E17
    Mesmerized by Naru on the Haunted Island! Something's Fishy!
    Aired · Wed, Aug 9, 2000 · 25m

    As Hinata House enjoys their beachside stint, Motoko spars daily with Seta. Her sister notices a drop in her sword skills, prompting Motoko to prove herself by battling a local spirit. But the situation grows more eerie than expected…

  • E18
    Girls Dressed in Yukata for the Summer Festival: Let's!
    Aired · Wed, Aug 16, 2000 · 25m

    The summer job ends, and the group heads to a festival in yukata. Keitaro and Naru remain awkward after recent events. Suddenly, Kitsune shocks them all with a heartfelt confession—she's liked Keitaro since the moment they met.

  • E19
    Marry into Money? A Prince from Across the Sea: Warm
    Aired · Wed, Aug 23, 2000 · 25m

    Kaolla's boredom triggers her transformation disease, turning her into an uncontrollable adult version of herself. She turns Hinata House into a jungle! Naru seeks help from Kaolla's sister, Amalla, while Keitaro gets pulled into the madness.

  • E20
    A Sepia-colored Promise with a Sleeping Girl: A Trick?
    Aired · Wed, Aug 30, 2000 · 25m

    Keitaro and Naru form the "Ronin Squad" with Mutsumi, preparing for the next exams. Taking a break, they explore secret passageways in Hinata House with Kaolla and Sarah. They discover a mysterious lifelike doll—until it suddenly begins to speak...

  • E21
    Jealous Outburst? Two Lovebirds on a Boat: Tremble
    Aired · Wed, Sep 6, 2000 · 25m

    Thanks to Naru's tutoring, Keitaro scores surprisingly well on his mock exams for Tokyo University. To show his gratitude, he invites Naru out for a special meal. As the date winds down, Mutsumi appears, and things quickly devolve into yet another study session. But when Mutsumi later invites Keitaro out on a date of her own, sparks begin to fly—and not all of them romantic.

  • E22
    Little Sister Mei's Devious Plan: It Can't Be!
    Aired · Wed, Sep 13, 2000 · 25m

    Naru's younger sister Mei shows up at Hinata House and tries to convince Naru to return home. When Naru refuses, Mei blames Keitaro and hatches a scheme to pair him up with Mutsumi instead. With Kitsune's help, the plan unfolds... trapping Keitaro and Mutsumi in a situation that's more than just close quarters.

  • E23
    Naru Narusegawa - Her Wavering Heart and Keitaro: Crushed
    Aired · Wed, Sep 20, 2000 · 25m

    Naru grows increasingly conflicted, believing Mutsumi is the girl from Keitaro's childhood promise. Just then, the previous manager Hina returns and announces a two-day evacuation for renovations. As the residents temporarily scatter, Naru and Keitaro find themselves alone—giving them time to face unresolved feelings.

  • E24
    Celebrate! Are the Blooming Flowers Tokyo U? Love? Everybody
    Aired · Wed, Sep 27, 2000 · 25m

    Naru finally confesses that she believes Mutsumi is Keitaro's promised girl—and comes to terms with her own feelings for him. Meanwhile, Keitaro discovers the truth about the promise. But with his heart now torn between that old vow and his growing love for Naru, he must make a choice: past or present?