My Clueless First Friend
Season 1
2023 • 13 Episodes
Fifth grader Nishimura isn’t too proud of her “Grim Reaper” moniker given by her bullying schoolmates, but the new kid loves it. The once lonely target of everyone’s ridicule starts to get out of her shell with the help of her new cheerful yet airheaded friend, Takada. Together they’ll embark on a sweet and touching journey of summer fun and friendship!
Episodes
1. The Grim Reaper and the Transfer Student
April 9, 2023
Nishimura Akane is always alone, teased by her classmates as the "Grim Reaper". But Takada Taiyou, a new transfer student, quickly takes an interest in her and her rumored deadly curse. Now it's up to the new kid to shake things up in the class!
2. Lunch Duty and Ghost Photographs and Love Letters
April 16, 2023
Be it serving up school lunches, trying to photograph ghosts, or writing love letters, Taiyou just can't get enough of hanging out with Akane. And with his big sister, Yukiko, thrown into the mix, Akane's in for double the affection!
3. Summer Vacation Begins
April 23, 2023
As everyone in class begins to make plans for the upcoming break, Akane finds that she's the only one with a wide open schedule. Luckily, Taiyou's here to make sure that both of them have a fun summer vacation packed to the brim!
4. Grandma's House
April 30, 2023
In the middle of summer vacation, Akane visits her grandma in the countryside. But just as Akane's settling in to relax, her cat, Kuro, breaks out of his cage and runs off! Just then, an unexpected visitor comes knocking...
5. Call Me the Grim Reaper
May 7, 2023
After finding out about Akane's late mother, Taiyou is ridden with guilt from calling her the "Grim Reaper" and has been keeping his distance ever since. As the end of summer vacation looms ever closer, can they ever make up again?
6. Changing Desks, Class Reps, and New Friends
May 14, 2023
With the start of September comes a new school semester, and Akane finds herself seated next to Taiyou. As the class decides on new class reps, Akane finds herself being volunteered for the job, much to the chagrin of an unexpected rival...
7. Field Trips and the Magic of Marinated Eggs
May 21, 2023
The class field trip to the space museum is approaching, but Akane is worried about Taiyou's sudden standoffish behavior. Will Akane be able to enjoy her first school trip with Taiyou? And what secrets lie within Akane's lunch box?
8. Yukata, Jungle Gyms, and Orthopedic Casts
May 28, 2023
Akane accepts Yukiko's invite to her middle school cultural festival, unaware that a yukata date with Taiyou awaits! And as the school field day approaches, nothing can dampen Taiyou's excitement, or so you would think...
9. Run! Shout! Field Day
June 4, 2023
With field day almost here, and Taiyou unable to take part in practice, Akane is determined to make the team relay race a success. But in order to make that happen, she'll have to ask for help from an unexpected ally...
10. My First Time Having Guests Over
June 11, 2023
Umi, Taiyou, and Daichi decide to go to Akane's house to see her cat. Akane can't hide her excitement as she gets ready at home, as she's never had friends come visit before. But unforeseen trouble is just around the corner...
11. The Swift Reaper Alliance, the Cursed Song, and Christmas
June 18, 2023
Akane and Sumire seem to have gotten closer, and Taiyou can't help but feel a little jealous. Akane, Taiyou, and Hino go on a trip to the zoo. And Christmas is just around the corner, which means festivities and romantic dates!
12. The Christmas Party Confession
June 25, 2023
It's Christmas Eve, and the party at Taiyou's house is about to begin. But even with tasty food and presents waiting, Akane and Taiyou can't even look each other in the eye! Is there anyone or anything that can clear up this awkward mood?!
13. 10 Years Later, the Same as Today
July 2, 2023
Retrieve the ticking time bomb planted in classroom 5-1 at once! Taiyou finds himself suddenly entrusted with this top secret mission. The fate of his classmates is in Taiyou's hands! The bomb's location is... inside Akane's locker?!