Season 1

Marmalade Boy

Season 1

1994tvEnded1 Season · 76 Ep
AnimationComedyDrama

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Network: tv asahi

Season aired: 1994-03-13

Overview

Miki's parents come home from their vacation to announce that they are getting a divorce. But what is more shocking is that they have switched partners with another couple! And to top things off, this other couple has a handsome son, Yuu, who Miki begins to develop feelings for. To make things more disturbing, everyone moves into one house. What will everyone think about Miki's family lifestyle?

About This Season

After Miki's parents return from a trip, she finds out they're divorcing. Things get complicated when they invite another couple to move in with them.

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Episodes · 76

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I want to Fall in Love "He's handsome, but I can't forgive him!"
1

I want to Fall in Love "He's handsome, but I can't forgive him!"

25m1994-03-13

Miki's parents decide to get a divorce and swap partners with the couple they met while on vacation. The couple's son Yuu is attractive but strange.

Side Effects of a Kiss "I don't know what he's thinking."
2

Side Effects of a Kiss "I don't know what he's thinking."

25m1994-03-20

Miki panics as Yuu almost reveals the family secret during an interview at school. Her childhood friend Ginta gets annoyed at Yuu's presence.

Two Kisses "Yuu had a girlfriend?!"
3

Two Kisses "Yuu had a girlfriend?!"

25m1994-03-27

Miki keeps thinking about the mysterious girl next to Yuu in the photo she accidentally found. Yuu and Miki go on a semi-date to a theme park.

Ginta's Confession "I'm not gonna let him take you!"
4

Ginta's Confession "I'm not gonna let him take you!"

25m1994-04-03

Miki gets upset with Ginta for kissing her. When she spots Yuu's ex-girlfriend Arimi at the school gate, she uses her to get away from Ginta.

Legend of Lovers "With all my heart in the medallion."
5

Legend of Lovers "With all my heart in the medallion."

25m1994-04-10

Ginta's confession only serves to frighten his crush. Yuu makes a fool of Ginta, then upsets him even further when he walks into the house after Miki.

Love Game "I hate you, Ginta!"
6

Love Game "I hate you, Ginta!"

25m1994-04-17

Yuu agrees to keep quiet after discovering Meiko's secret. Ginta's cousin Tsutomu shows up to participate in a tennis game at his school.

Hokkaido With Love "What's going on with those two?!"
7

Hokkaido With Love "What's going on with those two?!"

25m1994-04-24

Miki joins Yuu and Ginta after getting separated from her group during the school trip. Arimi asks Ginta to pretend to like her to make Miki jealous.

The Fragrance of an Adult "I'm not jealous!"
8

The Fragrance of an Adult "I'm not jealous!"

25m1994-05-01

Miki and Yuu's parents throw a barbecue to celebrate their children's safe return. Miki gets angry when her father suggests going on a family outing.

Part-Time Job "The war of love depends on sales!"
9

Part-Time Job "The war of love depends on sales!"

25m1994-05-08

While helping Yuu at his part-time job, Miki realizes that he has many admirers. Ginta, Arimi and Tsutomu all show up at the store and cause drama.

Our First Night "Surprise in the bathroom♥"
10

Our First Night "Surprise in the bathroom♥"

25m1994-05-15

Miki and Yuu spend a day shopping and eating together when they get the house all to themselves while their parents go on vacation.

Birthday "Yuu is staring at me..."
11

Birthday "Yuu is staring at me..."

25m1994-05-22

When Yuu's mother calls to wish her son a happy birthday, Miki goes all out and puts together an impressive feast to help him celebrate.

Smash! "I like both Yuu and Ginta..."
12

Smash! "I like both Yuu and Ginta..."

25m1994-05-29

Ginta says that he'll stop seeing Arimi if Miki chooses to be with him. Miki gets chosen to represent her school in an upcoming tennis match.

Love and Friendship "Ginta, please date Arimi!"
13

Love and Friendship "Ginta, please date Arimi!"

25m1994-06-05

Miki talks to Ginta in private about her feelings. Arimi tells a joke that makes Miki sad to think that she's no longer Ginta's closest female friend.

Qualification of Love "You don't deserve Yuu!"
14

Qualification of Love "You don't deserve Yuu!"

25m1994-06-12

Miki is relieved to find that Ginta and Arimi's relationship had just been an act. Arimi shows up to tell Miki that she won't let her have Yuu.

Meiko's Secret "I wanted you to tell me..."
15

Meiko's Secret "I wanted you to tell me..."

25m1994-06-19

Ginta reassures Miki that he'll wait for her to make up her mind. The entire school finds out about Meiko's relationship with her teacher.

A Man's Decision "Please don't quit, Na-chan!"
16

A Man's Decision "Please don't quit, Na-chan!"

25m1994-06-26

Miki struggles with the fact that Meiko kept her relationship a secret from her. Yuu points out that everyone has something they keep to themselves.

Meiko's Separation "I can't say goodbye!"
17

Meiko's Separation "I can't say goodbye!"

25m1994-07-03

Namura calls Meiko to say goodbye. Meiko tells her side of the story to Miki before leaving her to follow Namura back to his hometown.

The Direction of Love "You can't have it the way you wanted."
18

The Direction of Love "You can't have it the way you wanted."

25m1994-07-10

Ginta and Miki come up with a plan to take Meiko on an outing to cheer her up. When they invite Yuu to come along, Arimi asks if she can join them.

Marriage Feud "Don't say it's ridiculous!"
19

Marriage Feud "Don't say it's ridiculous!"

25m1994-07-17

Miki and Yuu's parents finalize their marriages. Yuu sticks by Miki's side to make sure she is feeling okay about the complicated situation.

Doubtful Twosome "Yuu and Satoshi are a couple?!"
20

Doubtful Twosome "Yuu and Satoshi are a couple?!"

25m1994-07-24

Miwa and Yuu are rumored to be an item. Miki challenges Miwa at the school marathon after witnessing a strange exchange between the two boys.

Trip to Karuizawa "Just as I thought... Strange!"
21

Trip to Karuizawa "Just as I thought... Strange!"

25m1994-07-31

Yuu has been too busy to talk to Miki during summer because of work. For some reason, Miwa shows up at their family vacation to see Yuu.

Double Date "I like you, but we don't understand each other!"
22

Double Date "I like you, but we don't understand each other!"

25m1994-08-07

Yuu and Miwa invite Miki and Meiko out to see a movie. Miki stops worrying when she realizes that Yuu wants to help Miwa get together with Meiko.

Shocking Confession "Yuu, what are you talking about?"
23

Shocking Confession "Yuu, what are you talking about?"

25m1994-08-14

Meiko invites her friends to vacation at her family's place in Izu. They meet Arimi and her posse at the beach and get together at night to hang out.

The Secret of His Birth "I can't leave Yuu alone!"
24

The Secret of His Birth "I can't leave Yuu alone!"

25m1994-08-21

Miki becomes concerned about Yuu after learning his secret. Ginta gets showered with attention for his important upcoming tennis match.

Real Kiss "Yuu, I love you!"
25

Real Kiss "Yuu, I love you!"

25m1994-08-28

Miki decides to tag along to support Yuu during the confrontation with his father. During the meeting, unexpected new information comes to light.

New Anxiety "I'm too afraid to be happy."
26

New Anxiety "I'm too afraid to be happy."

25m1994-09-04

Yuu and Miki enjoy an ordinary morning together after their conversation at the beach. Miki hopes that her feelings for Yuu will last forever.

Love Worries "How long will this happiness last?"
27

Love Worries "How long will this happiness last?"

25m1994-09-11

Miki starts to feel insecure when Yuu accepts his mother's job offer to appear in a commercial with a beautiful young model named Suzu.

Unstable Feelings "I'm going to get a part-time job!"
28

Unstable Feelings "I'm going to get a part-time job!"

25m1994-09-18

Yuu gets very busy with his job and commercial shoots. Despite barely having time to see Miki, Yuu makes sure to keep her in his thoughts.

Obstacle to love "I Can't Find The Medallion!"
29

Obstacle to love "I Can't Find The Medallion!"

25m1994-09-25

Miki can't bring herself to tell Yuu that she lost the medallion. Her co-worker Kei, on the other hand, doesn't tell Miki that he has it.

Rival "I Love You, Yuu."
30

Rival "I Love You, Yuu."

25m1994-10-02

Yuu's reluctance to talk about the commercial makes Miki's mind wander to dark places. Kei keeps missing the chance to tell Miki about the medallion.

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