Your Lie in April

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  • Season 1

Monotone / Colorful

Episode 1

Monotone / Colorful

Fri Oct 10 2014

Directed by, Kyohei Ishiguro |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kousei's life has been dull and gray. His friends Tsubaki and Watari try their best to cheer him up but there's not more color in his life; His eyes don't sparkle. However, there's this new girl who might just be able to change all that.

Episode 2

Friend A

Fri Oct 17 2014

Directed by, Takahiro Harada |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kousei, Tsubaki & Watari sit down to watch Kaori's performance which ends up being completely unlike anything else they've seen. Kaori just seems to have a way with music completely different to how Kousei was taught.

Episode 3

Inside Spring

Fri Oct 24 2014

Directed by, Kazuya Iwata |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kousei and Kaori spend some time together and get to talking about Kousei's past. Will he ever be able to play a piano again? What happens if he can never overcome his fear, will color ever return to his life?

Episode 4

Departure

Fri Oct 31 2014

Directed by, Kyohei Ishiguro | Ayako Kono | Kazuya Iwata |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kousei and Kaori arrive just in time for the competition, however without a chance to practice the piece how will Kousei be able to perform? And how can he survive on stage with the memories of his mother still haunting him?

Episode 5

Gray Skies

Fri Nov 07 2014

Directed by, Takashi Kojima | Masashi Ishihama |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kaori is recovering from her accident after the performance, and Kousei, Watari, and Tsubaki are starting to realise the new feelings that are brewing in their group.

Episode 6

On the Way Home

Fri Nov 14 2014

Directed by, Yoshihide Ibata |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kaori is pushing Kousei to the limits in an attempt to bring back his musical skills. Tsubaki has to figure out where her feelings are pointing her.

Episode 7

The Shadows Whisper

Fri Nov 21 2014

Directed by, Takahiro Majima |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

The Maihou Music Competition has started and Kousei is starting to feel his fears catching up with him. At the same time some old rivals have appeared and are set on competing with Kousei.

Episode 8

Let It Ring

Fri Nov 28 2014

Directed by, Hidetoshi Takahashi |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Takeshi Aiza and Emi Igawa. These two have a strong rivalry with Kousei. But what drives them to play piano?

Episode 9

Resonance

Fri Dec 05 2014

Directed by, Miyuki Kuroki |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

It's Kousei's turn to take the stage, and everyone is waiting to see whether or not he will be able to play. How will he be able to perform with the memories of his mother still floating in his mind?

Episode 10

The Scenery I Shared with You

Fri Dec 12 2014

Directed by, Takahiro Harada |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

During the Maihou Music Competition, Kousei has trouble hearing the notes. He tries drawing on dear memories to help him through his performance.

Episode 11

Light of Life

Fri Dec 19 2014

Directed by, Kyohei Ishiguro | Takahiro Kawakoshi |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

The qualifiers are up, but Kousei is sure he already knows where he placed. Takeshi and Emi however are desperate to see how their greatest rival was marked.

Episode 12

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

Fri Jan 09 2015

Directed by, Riki Fukushima |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

School's over and Summer break has begun, as long as you're not in Summer School. For Kousei and Kaori though there's not break yet, as they have to prepare for the Gala Concert. Tsubaki though just wants to spend whatever time she can with her friends, as the future is so uncertain. Can Saki help Kousei hear the music?

Episode 13

Love's Sorrow

Fri Jan 16 2015

Directed by, Ayako Kurata |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kousei has taken the stage at the Gala Concert. Endeavoring to put on a performance without Kaori. This is his chance to prove his abilities as a pianist and try to come to terms with the memory of his mother.

Episode 14

Footsteps

Fri Jan 23 2015

Directed by, Tomotaka Shibayama |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kousei, Tsubaki and Watari visit Kaori in the hospital, but she insists everything is fine. Tsubaki reflects on her past with Kousei and considers if she has romantic feelings for him. Meanwhile, Kousei makes an important decision about his future.

Episode 15

Liar

Fri Jan 30 2015

Directed by, Takeshi Yajima |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Tsubaki is frustrated as she sees her friends moving forward, afraid that she might be left behind. Kousei finds it difficult to keep visiting Kaori in the hospital. Hiroko comes across a promising young talent.

Episode 16

Two of a Kind

Fri Feb 06 2015

Directed by, Miyuki Kuroki |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kousei's concerns for Kaori temporarily subside as he runs into her on the street and they go shopping. Nagi can't take the harsh criticism she receives with Kousei as her piano teacher.

Episode 17

Twilight

Fri Feb 13 2015

Directed by, Ayako Kono |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Nagi is feeling the pressure of her upcoming performance, and is struggling to deal with it. But as she learns, every performer goes through the same emotions.

Episode 18

Hearts Come Together

Fri Feb 20 2015

Directed by, Toshimasa Ishii |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Nagi and Kousei finally take the stage. Despite acting as Nagi's support during their performance, Kousei challenges Nagi to reach her full potential.

Episode 19

Goodbye, Hero

Fri Feb 27 2015

Directed by, Kosaya |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

After Nagi and Kousei's performance Takeshi is pumped. It's his turn to take the stage. What will his music say about himself? What will he convey to the audience?

Episode 20

Hand in Hand

Fri Mar 06 2015

Directed by, Takeshi Yajima |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Unable to come to grips with the idea that Kousei has feelings for Kaori, Tsubaki lashes out. Kousei, meanwhile, continues to avoid visiting Kaori in the hospital.

Episode 21

Snow

Fri Mar 13 2015

Directed by, Ayako Kurata | Tomotaka Shibayama |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Kousei breaks down and stops playing piano after he witnesses Kaori's health waning. The Eastern Japan Piano Competition continues.

Episode 22

Spring Wind

Fri Mar 20 2015

Directed by, Kyohei Ishiguro | Miyuki Kuroki |

Written by, Takawo Yoshioka |

Knowing her time is limited, Kaori undergoes a risky operation, hoping to have the chance to play with Kousei on stage one more time.