Ep 2. 2 Bridge

Kou Ichinomiya finds himself in yet another strange predicament in "Arakawa Under the Bridge" season 1 episode 2 titled "2 Bridge." After being rescued by Nino, a strange woman living under the bridge, Kou now owes her his life. However, her request for repayment is far from ordinary. Nino wants Kou to stay under the bridge with her, and the other residents.

Kou, a successful businessman from a wealthy family, is completely out of his element in the bizarre community under the bridge. He tries to adjust to his new living situation by learning about the other eccentric residents, including a kappa, a nun, and a man wearing a star mask. However, Kou's pride as a successful businessman makes it challenging for him to accept assistance from the other residents, causing some humorous situations.

In "2 Bridge," Kou gets to know more about Nino. Nino seems to have a unique connection with the bridge, often referring to it as her home. She shows Kou around the area, taking him to a nearby park where she shares stories from her childhood. She also introduces him to the "2 Bridge," a small bridge that only she and Kou can see.

As Kou gets more comfortable living under the bridge, he becomes more involved in the community's activities. The residents are planning a charity event to raise money for a local children's hospital, and Kou is tasked with leading their planning committee. However, his background in business doesn't seem to translate to event planning, causing some friction within the group. The kappa, in particular, seems annoyed with Kou's inability to understand their way of doing things.

Meanwhile, Kou's father becomes aware of his son's living situation and is highly displeased. He sends his butler, Shimazaki, to bring Kou back home. Shimazaki is surprised by the community under the bridge and questions how Kou could end up living in such a place. However, after seeing how happy Kou is with his new friends, Shimazaki decides to leave him be.

As the charity event draws near, tensions rise between Kou and the kappa. However, Nino comes to their aid, offering a unique solution that helps the event run smoothly and raises a lot of money for the hospital. This experience ultimately brings Kou closer to the community under the bridge, making him realize that their way of life, though unusual, is full of joy and friendship.

"2 Bridge" is a humorous and heartwarming episode of "Arakawa Under the Bridge" that showcases the strange and lovable community under the bridge. Kou's growth as a character is evident as he learns to set aside his pride and accept the help of those around him. The episode also introduces more of Nino's backstory and her deep connection to the bridge, adding to the mystery of her character. Overall, "2 Bridge" is a delightful addition to the series.