Ep 21. Can't Help Myself

In Toradora! season 1 episode 21, titled "Can't Help Myself," the romantic tension between Ryuji and Taiga continues to build. After a misunderstanding causes a rift between them, Taiga turns to her best friend Minori for guidance. Meanwhile, Ryuji struggles to keep his feelings in check and finds himself jealous of Taiga's attention towards another boy. As they navigate their complicated feelings, they both realize the true depth of their affection towards each other. Alongside this, the group's preparations for the school festival continue, but personal problems threaten to disrupt everything. The episode culminates in a surprise confession that leaves both Ryuji and Taiga reeling. As the season draws to a close, the stakes are higher than ever before, and the question of whether they'll be able to confess their feelings and find happiness looms large. The emotions are intense in this episode, and fans of the show will not be disappointed by the twists and turns it takes.