Ep 45. The First Day of the Rest of Your Life!

Ash and his friends are nearing the end of their journey in the Alola region and they can't help but feel bittersweet about it. In this episode titled "The First Day of the Rest of Your Life!", they reflect on all the experiences and memories they have made over the course of their adventure.

The gang helps Professor Kukui and the Pokemon School with their annual clean-up project, which involves clearing the beaches of debris. While they work, they reminisce about all the trials they have faced together, including their recent victory in the Alola League.

Meanwhile, Team Rocket has a scheme to try and capture Pikachu once again, but their plans are foiled by Bewear who shows up unexpectedly. As the friends finish up their work, they are surprised to find that Professor Kukui has a surprise for them.

He reveals that he has prepared a special ceremony to allow the friends to officially graduate from the Pokemon School. The ceremony is complete with traditional Alolan music and dancing, and features each member of the gang reflecting on their time in Alola and the impact it has had on them.

Ash takes a moment to thank all of his friends for supporting him throughout his journey, and is surprised when Professor Kukui asks both him and Pikachu to become ambassadors for the Alola region. This new role means that they will continue to travel the region, promoting everything that Alola has to offer.

While Ash struggles with the idea of leaving his friends behind to take on this new, exciting challenge, he ultimately decides to accept the offer. And with that, the gang shares an emotional farewell as they part ways and begin their new journeys.

"The First Day of the Rest of Your Life!" serves as a fitting conclusion to the Alola region arc, allowing the characters to reflect on their experiences and growth while setting up a new adventure for Ash and Pikachu. It's a heartwarming episode that captures the essence of what has made Pokemon such a beloved franchise over the years.