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NANA

Wed, Apr 5, 2006
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  • Drama
Series · Synopsis

Synopsis

Nana Osaki and Nana Komatsu meet while traveling to Tokyo in pursuit of their respective dreams, and decide to be roommates. Although drastically different people, the two become very close and together they find out if their biggest dreams have room for their best friend.

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Cast

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  • Romi Park
    Romi Park
    as Nana Osaki (voice)
  • KAORI
    KAORI
    as Nana "Hachi" Komatsu (voice)
  • Akira Ishida
    Akira Ishida
    as Shinichi "Shin" Okazaki (voice)
  • Megumi Kojima
    Megumi Kojima
    as Sachiko Kawamura (voice)
  • Anna Tsuchiya
    Anna Tsuchiya
    as Nana Osaki (singing voice)
  • Aya Hirano
    Aya Hirano
    as Reira Serizawa (voice)
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Episodes

1 season · 47 episodes

Ended · 47 aired
Season 1
47 episodes · 47 aired
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  • E1
    Prologue: Nana and NANA
    Aired · Wed, Apr 5, 2006 · 25m

    A chance encounter on a snowbound train brings together two girls who share one name — and a single, intertwined destiny.

  • E2
    Love? Friendship? Nana and Shoji
    Aired · Wed, Apr 12, 2006 · 25m

    Nana K. came from a small town, but she always had big city dreams… and a preoccupation with romance, sometimes found in not-so-great places.

  • E3
    Nana and Shoji, Love's Whereabouts
    Aired · Wed, Apr 19, 2006 · 25m

    Life in Tokyo beckons, but Nana K. isn't ready to heed its call — or so say her friends. But just as things look bleak, she runs into a familiar face.

  • E4
    Nana's Love, NANA's Dream
    Aired · Wed, Apr 26, 2006 · 25m

    The Black Stones' star is on the rise, but there's trouble in paradise when Ren receives an offer that leaves Nana O. feeling cold.

  • E5
    Ren's Dreams, NANA's Thoughts
    Aired · Wed, May 3, 2006 · 25m

    Ren's dedication to Trapnest is obvious to Nana O. It's also obvious she has some decisions to make and dreams of her own to chase.

  • E6
    Snowing in Tokyo! Nana and NANA
    Aired · Wed, May 10, 2006 · 25m

    Destiny is just a train ride away, waiting for both Nanas in Tokyo.

  • E7
    Yasu Appears! Room No. 707
    Aired · Wed, May 17, 2006 · 25m

    Another chance encounter leads to an unexpected living arrangement, but Nana K.'s friends are skeptical. Hopefully everyone can learn to get along…

  • E8
    Strawberry Grass and Lotus Flower
    Aired · Wed, May 24, 2006 · 25m

    The Nanas get settled, but the same-name thing is getting tough to navigate. Luckily Nana O. knows the perfect nickname for Nana K.

  • E9
    Nobu Arrives in Tokyo! NANA's Song
    Aired · Wed, May 31, 2006 · 25m

    A routine emerges as the Nanas settle into their life in Tokyo. A makeshift performance foreshadows stages and songs to come…

  • E10
    The Handsome Youth Shin Appears!
    Aired · Wed, Jun 7, 2006 · 25m

    While BLAST searches for a drummer and a bassist, Shouji is tasked with training a newbie at work. Much to his chagrin, her name is Sachiko.

  • E11
    Sachiko, Is This on Purpose?
    Aired · Wed, Jun 14, 2006 · 25m

    An unexpected closure forces Hachi to find a new job, but that's not the only thing she has to worry about. Elsewhere, BLAST may have just found their drummer.

  • E12
    Urgent Approach! Shoji and Sachiko
    Aired · Wed, Jun 28, 2006 · 25m

    As Hachi struggles to pick up the pieces, Shouji faces an important decision. His choice could leave Nana K. shattered.

  • E13
    Sachiko's Tears, Shoji's Determination
    Aired · Wed, Jul 5, 2006 · 25m

    An impromptu trip to a certain restaurant could spell disaster for Hachi.

  • E14
    Family Restaurant of Shambles
    Aired · Wed, Jul 5, 2006 · 25m

    What's the cure for a broken heart? Distraction! Good thing an unexpected acquisition just gave Hachi something to look forward to.

  • E15
    Blast, First Live
    Aired · Wed, Jul 19, 2006 · 25m

    BLAST's first concert is close at hand, and one of Nana O.'s old fans just reappeared out of the blue.

  • E16
    NANA's Love Whereabouts
    Aired · Wed, Jul 26, 2006 · 25m

    Hachi takes an interest in Nana O.'s love life. Good thing she knows exactly who to consult to get all the juicy gossip… or does she?

  • E17
    Trapnest, Live
    Aired · Wed, Aug 2, 2006 · 25m

    Trapnest is entrancing to see live, but Hachi can't help but notice the way Nana O. seems particularly transfixed on the band's guitarist.

  • E18
    Hachi's Prayer, NANA's Thoughts
    Aired · Wed, Aug 9, 2006 · 25m

    Nana O.'s presence at the concert has not gone unnoticed. But what does this encounter bode: a reunion, or just more heartbreak?

  • E19
    NANA's Prize
    Aired · Wed, Aug 16, 2006 · 25m

    Nana and Ren have a conversation about the future. Later, the gang gets together for game night — but they're joined by an unexpected guest.

  • E20
    Sudden Development! Hachi's Fate
    Aired · Wed, Aug 23, 2006 · 25m

    Relationships new and old come to light. Hachi discovers she has a lot in common with Nobu.

  • E21
    Dream of Suite Room
    Aired · Wed, Aug 30, 2006 · 25m

    After an eventful dinner date, Hachi finds herself faced with a difficult decision with far-reaching consequences. Meanwhile, Yasu finds BLAST another opportunity to play!

  • E22
    Wish of July 7th, Hachi's Love
    Aired · Wed, Sep 13, 2006 · 25m

    Trapnest returns from tour, but their homecoming isn't what Hachi dreamed it would be. Later, Takumi's opinion of Hachi causes strife between him, Nobu and Shin.

  • E23
    I Do Not Want to Pass Over to Anybody
    Aired · Wed, Sep 20, 2006 · 25m

    While Nobu wrestles with his feelings for a certain someone, Ren has a surprising proposition for Nana. But those aren't the only relationships getting off the ground…

  • E24
    Hachi's Confused Heart
    Aired · Wed, Sep 27, 2006 · 25m

    A heartfelt confession presents Hachi with a devastating choice.

  • E25
    A Capricious and Selfish Man
    Aired · Sun, Oct 1, 2006 · 25m

    Nana and Ren settle into a temporary living arrangement. Shin compares the different women in his life. Layla and Takumi cross paths in an unexpected place.

  • E26
    The Passing Hachi and NANA
    Aired · Tue, Oct 10, 2006 · 25m

    BLAST's performance is right around the corner, and it promises to be a full house. But when Nana isn't up for celebrating with Hachi, Hachi turns to someone else for comfort.

  • E27
    Hachi's Desired Future
    Aired · Wed, Oct 18, 2006 · 25m

    A meeting is called between (most of) BLAST's members, but what would a meeting be without booze? Hachi and Nobu volunteer to procure the goods!

  • E28
    Hachi and Nobu, Urgent Approach
    Aired · Wed, Oct 25, 2006 · 25m

    Hachi has come to a decision regarding her love life, but will following through on her choice be easier said than done?

  • E29
    The Problem of Expressing Love
    Aired · Wed, Nov 1, 2006 · 25m

    Hachi and Nana have a heart-to-heart about Hachi's feelings for Nobu. Elsewhere, Takumi has an unexpected reaction to Hachi's continued absence.

  • E30
    Breakdown, NANA's Heart
    Aired · Wed, Nov 8, 2006 · 25m

    While Nana starts a new job to make ends meet, Hachi doesn't feel too well at work. The reason behind her illness may change everything about her life in Tokyo — forever.

  • E31
    Hachi's Child, Pregnancy
    Aired · Wed, Nov 15, 2006 · 25m

    Hachi grapples with the discovery of her condition. Takumi makes a declaration that sends Nobu reeling.

  • E32
    Don't Separate the Joined Hands
    Aired · Mon, Nov 20, 2006 · 25m

    Nobu and Nana discuss how he should handle the current situation. Do Layla's red threads bind Nobu and Hachi together, or…?

  • E33
    Hachi's Choice
    Aired · Wed, Nov 29, 2006 · 25m

    Hachi makes up her mind — and, unexpectedly, so does Takumi.

  • E34
    The Broken Strawberry Glass
    Aired · Wed, Dec 6, 2006 · 25m
  • E35
    Reira's Loneliness
    Aired · Wed, Dec 13, 2006 · 25m
  • E36
    Blast's New Song!!
    Aired · Wed, Dec 20, 2006 · 25m
  • E37
    Hachi, High-Class Housewife
    Aired · Wed, Jan 17, 2007 · 25m
  • E38
    The Trigger of Fate
    Aired · Wed, Jan 24, 2007 · 25m
  • E39
    Look, Hachiko
    Aired · Wed, Jan 31, 2007 · 25m
  • E40
    Blast, Debut!
    Aired · Wed, Feb 7, 2007 · 25m
  • E41
    Blast Lodging Together
    Aired · Wed, Feb 14, 2007 · 25m
  • E42
    NANA, Sudden Fit
    Aired · Wed, Feb 21, 2007 · 25m
  • E43
    Blast, Guerilla Live
    Aired · Wed, Feb 28, 2007 · 25m
  • E44
    Blast vs. Trapnest
    Aired · Wed, Mar 7, 2007 · 25m
  • E45
    Blast's First TV Performance
    Aired · Wed, Mar 14, 2007 · 25m
  • E46
    Reunion! Hachi and Shoji
    Aired · Wed, Mar 21, 2007 · 25m
  • E47
    Fireworks Display, Hachi and NANA
    Aired · Wed, Mar 28, 2007 · 25m

    With Nana K and Takumi's wedding two weeks away, both Nana K and Nobu are nervous about seeing each other, but Nana O is determined to bring them together at the fireworks show that the band is attending in disguise.