Kimagure Orange Road Season 1 Episode 1 Transfer Student! Humble First Love!
- April 6, 1987
- 25 min
In the first episode of Kimagure Orange Road, titled "Transfer Student! Humble First Love!", viewers are introduced to the main character, Kyosuke Kasuga, a high school student with extraordinary powers. Kyosuke and his family are psychics, but they try to keep this a secret from their peers to avoid unwanted attention.
Things take an interesting turn for Kyosuke when a new transfer student, a beautiful girl named Madoka Ayukawa, comes to his school. Kyosuke is immediately smitten by her, and he can't help but try to get to know her better. However, Kyosuke has a problem, he is indecisive and awkward around girls making his crush more complicated.
Kyosuke's best friend, Hikaru Hiyama, also has a crush on him, which further complicates the situation. Despite Hikaru's feelings for him, Kyosuke can't help but be drawn to Madoka's mysterious and aloof demeanor.
As the episode progresses, Kyosuke finds himself in a series of comical situations as he tries to impress Madoka while also navigating his relationship with Hikaru. Kyosuke's powers add an extra layer of hilarity to the situations he finds himself in, such as when he tries to use his psychic abilities to impress Madoka and ends up causing chaos instead.
Throughout the episode, viewers get a glimpse into the dynamic between Kyosuke, Hikaru, and Madoka. Hikaru is optimistic and bubbly, while Madoka is more reserved and guarded. Kyosuke is torn between the two, unable to choose who he likes more.
The episode ends on a cliffhanger when Kyosuke confesses his feelings to Madoka, but she rejects him. Despite this setback, Kyosuke remains determined to win her over and the stage is set for future episodes to explore his pursuit of her.
Overall, the first episode of Kimagure Orange Road is a lighthearted and entertaining introduction to the series. It establishes the central love triangle and sets up the plot for future episodes, all while incorporating the supernatural elements that make the show unique. Fans of romantic comedies and coming-of-age stories will likely enjoy this episode and the series as a whole.
