Kodocha Season 1 Episode 5 Where are You Going Mr. Dark and Gloomy?

Sana and Akito are both assigned to work together on a school project about famous inventors. However, Akito is not in school, which causes Sana to worry about him. She discovers that Akito has been leaving school early every day to go to his part-time job at a local convenience store.

Sana and Rei decide to confront Akito about his job and why he feels the need to work instead of going to school. Akito reveals that his family is struggling financially and he needs to work to help support them. Sana and Rei are shocked by this revelation and offer to help Akito in any way they can.

Meanwhile, Sana's mother, Misako, is struggling with her own issues. She is trying to balance her career as an actress with her responsibilities as a mother. Misako becomes overwhelmed and decides to take a break from her acting career to focus on her family.

Back at school, Sana and Akito's project is a huge success. Their presentation on Thomas Edison is well-researched and presented, earning them high praise from their teacher. Sana and Akito's friendship continues to grow as they support each other through their respective struggles.