Shugo Chara! Season 1 Episode 25 Episode 25 - Nadeshiko! Goodbye Despite Spring!?

When Amu hears that Nadeshiko is leaving Seiyo Elementary, she is saddened and wants to make her last day a memorable one. However, Nadeshiko seems to be acting strangely and avoiding everyone. Amu decides to investigate and finds out that Nadeshiko is actually hiding a secret - she is a boy named Nagihiko!

Nagihiko explains that he dresses up as a girl because of a family tradition in which a son is chosen to perform as a female dancer in a festival. He has been doing this since he was a child, and his parents have passed away, so he feels the need to carry on the tradition for their sake. Nagihiko fears that if his true gender is revealed, he will disappoint his family and they will no longer see him as a worthy successor.

Amu is shocked but understanding and offers to keep the secret. However, Nagihiko feels guilty for hiding the truth from his friends and decides to come clean. He performs a traditional dance, revealing his true gender to everyone. To his surprise, his friends are accepting and supportive, and they praise him for his bravery in keeping up the tradition.

Nagihiko realizes that his friends love him for who he is, regardless of his gender or family traditions. He promises to continue dancing and be true to himself. On his final day at Seiyo Elementary, Nagihiko bids farewell to his friends with tears in his eyes. Amu gives him a special gift, thanking him for all the memories they shared together.

The episode ends on a bittersweet note, as Nagihiko leaves Seiyo Elementary and Amu reflects on their friendship. She realizes that even though people may have secrets and different backgrounds, they can still connect and form strong bonds. The episode teaches a valuable lesson about accepting others for who they are and how true friendships can last even after goodbyes.