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Your Lie in April
Kousei Arima was a genius pianist until his mother's sudden death took away his ability to play. Each day was dull for Kousei. But, then he meets a violinist named Kaori Miyazono who has an eccentric playing style. Can the heartfelt sounds of the girl's violin lead the boy to play the piano again?
- Cast:
- Natsuki Hanae, Risa Taneda, Ayane Sakura, Ryota Osaka
- Language:
- Japanese
- Country:
- Japan
- Network:
- Fuji TV
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Seasons
Season 1
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 6.6Monotone / Colorful
2014-10-10 · 23mKousei'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.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 6.9Friend A
2014-10-17 · 23mKousei, 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.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 6.7Inside Spring
2014-10-24 · 23mKousei 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?
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E04
Episode 4
★ 7.7Departure
2014-10-31 · 23mKousei 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?
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E05
Episode 5
★ 6.7Gray Skies
2014-11-07 · 23mKaori 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.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 6.9On the Way Home
2014-11-14 · 23mKaori 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.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 6.7The Shadows Whisper
2014-11-21 · 23mThe 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.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 7.1Let It Ring
2014-11-28 · 23mTakeshi Aiza and Emi Igawa. These two have a strong rivalry with Kousei. But what drives them to play piano?
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E09
Episode 9
★ 7.2Resonance
2014-12-05 · 23mIt'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?
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E10
Episode 10
★ 7.4The Scenery I Shared with You
2014-12-12 · 23mDuring the Maihou Music Competition, Kousei has trouble hearing the notes. He tries drawing on dear memories to help him through his performance.
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E11
Episode 11
★ 6.8Light of Life
2014-12-19 · 23mThe 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.
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E12
Episode 12
★ 6.2Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
2015-01-09 · 23mSchool'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?
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E13
Episode 13
★ 7.2Love's Sorrow
2015-01-16 · 23mKousei 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.
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E14
Episode 14
★ 7.0Footsteps
2015-01-23 · 23mKousei, 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.
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E15
Episode 15
★ 6.5Liar
2015-01-30 · 23mTsubaki 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.
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E16
Episode 16
★ 6.6Two of a Kind
2015-02-06 · 23mKousei'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.
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E17
Episode 17
★ 6.1Twilight
2015-02-13 · 23mNagi 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.
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E18
Episode 18
★ 7.2Hearts Come Together
2015-02-20 · 23mNagi and Kousei finally take the stage. Despite acting as Nagi's support during their performance, Kousei challenges Nagi to reach her full potential.
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E19
Episode 19
★ 6.7Goodbye, Hero
2015-02-27 · 23mAfter 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?
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E20
Episode 20
★ 6.9Hand in Hand
2015-03-06 · 23mUnable 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.
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E21
Episode 21
★ 7.4Snow
2015-03-13 · 23mKousei breaks down and stops playing piano after he witnesses Kaori's health waning. The Eastern Japan Piano Competition continues.
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E22
Episode 22
★ 8.2Spring Wind
2015-03-20 · 23mKnowing her time is limited, Kaori undergoes a risky operation, hoping to have the chance to play with Kousei on stage one more time.
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Natsuki Hanae
Kousei Arima (voice)
Risa Taneda
Kaori Miyazono (voice)
Ayane Sakura
Tsubaki Sawabe (voice)
Ryota Osaka
Ryouta Watari (voice)