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Your Lie in April

Your Lie in April
★ 8.6/10•2014•23m•TV-PG•Animation•Comedy•Drama
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I met the girl under full-bloomed cherry blossoms, and my fate has begun to change.

Kousei Arima was a genius pianist until his mother's sudden death took away his ability to play. Each day was dull for Kousei. But, then he meets a violinist named Kaori Miyazono who has an eccentric playing style. Can the heartfelt sounds of the girl's violin lead the boy to play the piano again?

StatusEnded
Runtime23m
LanguageJA
First Air DateOct 10, 2014

Episodes

Episode 1 - Monotone / ColorfulE123m

Monotone / Colorful

Kousei's life has been dull and gray. His friends Tsubaki and Watari try their best to cheer him up but there's not more color in his life; His eyes don't sparkle. However, there's this new girl who might just be able to change all that.

Oct 10, 2014

Episode 2 - Friend AE223m

Friend A

Kousei, Tsubaki & Watari sit down to watch Kaori's performance which ends up being completely unlike anything else they've seen. Kaori just seems to have a way with music completely different to how Kousei was taught.

Oct 17, 2014

Episode 3 - Inside SpringE323m

Inside Spring

Kousei and Kaori spend some time together and get to talking about Kousei's past. Will he ever be able to play a piano again? What happens if he can never overcome his fear, will color ever return to his life?

Oct 24, 2014

Episode 4 - DepartureE423m

Departure

Kousei and Kaori arrive just in time for the competition, however without a chance to practice the piece how will Kousei be able to perform? And how can he survive on stage with the memories of his mother still haunting him?

Oct 31, 2014

Episode 5 - Gray SkiesE523m

Gray Skies

Kaori is recovering from her accident after the performance, and Kousei, Watari, and Tsubaki are starting to realise the new feelings that are brewing in their group.

Nov 7, 2014

Episode 6 - On the Way HomeE623m

On the Way Home

Kaori is pushing Kousei to the limits in an attempt to bring back his musical skills. Tsubaki has to figure out where her feelings are pointing her.

Nov 14, 2014

Episode 7 - The Shadows WhisperE723m

The Shadows Whisper

The Maihou Music Competition has started and Kousei is starting to feel his fears catching up with him. At the same time some old rivals have appeared and are set on competing with Kousei.

Nov 21, 2014

Episode 8 - Let It RingE823m

Let It Ring

Takeshi Aiza and Emi Igawa. These two have a strong rivalry with Kousei. But what drives them to play piano?

Nov 28, 2014

Episode 9 - ResonanceE923m

Resonance

It's Kousei's turn to take the stage, and everyone is waiting to see whether or not he will be able to play. How will he be able to perform with the memories of his mother still floating in his mind?

Dec 5, 2014

Episode 10 - The Scenery I Shared with YouE1023m

The Scenery I Shared with You

During the Maihou Music Competition, Kousei has trouble hearing the notes. He tries drawing on dear memories to help him through his performance.

Dec 12, 2014

Episode 11 - Light of LifeE1123m

Light of Life

The qualifiers are up, but Kousei is sure he already knows where he placed. Takeshi and Emi however are desperate to see how their greatest rival was marked.

Dec 19, 2014

Episode 12 - Twinkle Twinkle Little StarE1223m

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

School's over and Summer break has begun, as long as you're not in Summer School. For Kousei and Kaori though there's not break yet, as they have to prepare for the Gala Concert. Tsubaki though just wants to spend whatever time she can with her friends, as the future is so uncertain. Can Saki help Kousei hear the music?

Jan 9, 2015

Episode 13 - Love's SorrowE1323m

Love's Sorrow

Kousei has taken the stage at the Gala Concert. Endeavoring to put on a performance without Kaori. This is his chance to prove his abilities as a pianist and try to come to terms with the memory of his mother.

Jan 16, 2015

Episode 14 - FootstepsE1423m

Footsteps

Kousei, Tsubaki and Watari visit Kaori in the hospital, but she insists everything is fine. Tsubaki reflects on her past with Kousei and considers if she has romantic feelings for him. Meanwhile, Kousei makes an important decision about his future.

Jan 23, 2015

Episode 15 - LiarE1523m

Liar

Tsubaki is frustrated as she sees her friends moving forward, afraid that she might be left behind. Kousei finds it difficult to keep visiting Kaori in the hospital. Hiroko comes across a promising young talent.

Jan 30, 2015

Episode 16 - Two of a KindE1623m

Two of a Kind

Kousei's concerns for Kaori temporarily subside as he runs into her on the street and they go shopping. Nagi can't take the harsh criticism she receives with Kousei as her piano teacher.

Feb 6, 2015

Episode 17 - TwilightE1723m

Twilight

Nagi is feeling the pressure of her upcoming performance, and is struggling to deal with it. But as she learns, every performer goes through the same emotions.

Feb 13, 2015

Episode 18 - Hearts Come TogetherE1823m

Hearts Come Together

Nagi and Kousei finally take the stage. Despite acting as Nagi's support during their performance, Kousei challenges Nagi to reach her full potential.

Feb 20, 2015

Episode 19 - Goodbye, HeroE1923m

Goodbye, Hero

After Nagi and Kousei's performance Takeshi is pumped. It's his turn to take the stage. What will his music say about himself? What will he convey to the audience?

Feb 27, 2015

Episode 20 - Hand in HandE2023m

Hand in Hand

Unable to come to grips with the idea that Kousei has feelings for Kaori, Tsubaki lashes out. Kousei, meanwhile, continues to avoid visiting Kaori in the hospital.

Mar 6, 2015

Episode 21 - SnowE2123m

Snow

Kousei breaks down and stops playing piano after he witnesses Kaori's health waning. The Eastern Japan Piano Competition continues.

Mar 13, 2015

Episode 22 - Spring WindE2223m

Spring Wind

Knowing her time is limited, Kaori undergoes a risky operation, hoping to have the chance to play with Kousei on stage one more time.

Mar 20, 2015

Actors

Natsuki Hanae

Natsuki Hanae

Kousei Arima (voice)

Risa Taneda

Risa Taneda

Kaori Miyazono (voice)

Ayane Sakura

Ayane Sakura

Tsubaki Sawabe (voice)

Ryota Osaka

Ryota Osaka

Ryouta Watari (voice)

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