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Ai Tenchi Muyo! — Season 1

201460 episodes6.9/10 (11 votes)

About this season

In this story, the world is in chaos, thanks to Washu. Now in order to save it, Tenchi Masaki must go undercover as a student teacher at an all-girls school. Unfortunately for him, trouble always comes his way as he has a hard time dealing with the hijinks of his new students.

Episodes (60)

Tenchi's Arrival
E1

1. Tenchi's Arrival

Aired 6 October 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi is lost in the wooded mountain outside Junai Academy and has violent encounters with the main characters of the series there before he is able to arrive. Ukan Kurihara introduces him to the class where he will be the student teacher. All primary characters who are high school student are conveniently members of this single class.

Orientation
E2

2. Orientation

8.0

Aired 7 October 2014 • 4 min

Momo Kawanagare, the Student Council President, gives Tenchi a tour of the school. The council's Vice President, Treasurer and Auditor Hana Saryu, Touri Fueyama, and Hachiko. The latter three strip, tie, and gag Tenchi and take out torture devices in an effort to "question" him.

Tenchi Departs
E3

3. Tenchi Departs

7.0

Aired 8 October 2014 • 4 min

In the show's first flashback, Washu explains to Tenchi that two people got caught in a dimensional warp during her experiments and she needs him to return them to their previous location for her. He is sent back in time and quickly "finds" a child Momo and they use his phone to look for her partner.

Looking Back Part 1
E4

4. Looking Back Part 1

8.0

Aired 9 October 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 1 to 4

Underground Unrest
E5

5. Underground Unrest

6.0

Aired 13 October 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi escapes the student council and, while looking for a place to put his clothes back on, finds himself in the old school building and ends up being caught by the president, vice president, and bodyguard of the Science Club, Yuki Fuka, Rui Aoi, and Beni Kinojyou. They also tie, gag, and strip him.

Dodging a Bullet
E6

6. Dodging a Bullet

8.0

Aired 14 October 2014 • 4 min

Following a tracker hidden on Tenchi, the council interrupts the Science Club and discover the large excavation project under the building. Tenchi protects Momo as a cave-in occurs and they all have to flee.

One Day Down
E7

7. One Day Down

7.0

Aired 15 October 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi returns to the simple Inn that Tenchi is sharing with Sasami, Ayeka, and Ryoko. They pledge their support in helping Tenchi with his task. Washu sends a box of armor and charms she says he'll need for the job.

Tenchi Encounter
E8

8. Tenchi Encounter

6.0

Aired 16 October 2014 • 4 min

In an episode that heavily references the story of Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto, Tenchi and Momo encounter Inukai Takeru, Sasa Morihiko, and Tome Tamaomi (retainers of the Emperor's prince in the original story), who resemble Hachiko, Touri, and Hana. While Tenchi continues their search, they come along, in search of a monster ravaging the area. They discover and have a short battle with a Ryoko (the monster) that doesn't recognize Tenchi. First Class Detective Mihoshi arrives in a battle suit to arrest her. (In the original story, the prince and the three retainers defeat an Oni).

Festival Preparation
E9

9. Festival Preparation

6.0

Aired 20 October 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi tries to negotiate between the Science Club who are begging for funds from the council, who says they are misappropriating the money they have gotten. Ukan tells him teachs can't interfere.

Looking Back Part 2
E10

10. Looking Back Part 2

Aired 21 October 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 6 to 9

Walking the Maze
E11

11. Walking the Maze

7.0

Aired 22 October 2014 • 4 min

This episode features prominent references to Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark. Tenchi and Hachiko wander a cavernous warehouse full of booby-traps to gather resources for the upcoming Cultural Festival. According to Hachiko, a guidebook is needed to navigate it. The Science Club follows them and immediately get lost and end up running for their lives from a giant rolling iron ball. Tenchi and Hachiko also have to run and lose the guidebook.

Stuck Together
E12

12. Stuck Together

6.0

Aired 23 October 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi amd Hachiko have to team with Beni to find their way out of the warehouse. When Beni tries to smash her way out, she activates the robot Goriki, which starts attacking them. Hachiko's wooden sword is broken, which reduces her to a crying mess.

Break Right Through
E13

13. Break Right Through

7.0

Aired 22 October 2014 • 4 min

Beni and Hachiko temporarily cured by using a broom for a weapon) can't defeat Goriki and Tenchi is forced to take it down with the Tenchi-ken. A dazed Beni is hazily aware of the extreme power he shows in the battle. Everyone finds their way out. Yuki and Rui run off with a cart full of "borrowed" supplies for the festival.

Slip of the Tongue
E14

14. Slip of the Tongue

Aired 23 October 2014 • 4 min

Hachiko and Kinojo may be strong, but they're not the best pair to be stuck in a labyrinth with.

Looking Back Part 3
E15

15. Looking Back Part 3

Aired 29 October 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 11 to 14

Tenchi's Discovery
E16

16. Tenchi's Discovery

Aired 27 October 2014 • 4 min

After witnessing an abrupt end to a pitched battle, Tenchi and young Momo start to draw closer to their goal.

The Festival Begins
E17

17. The Festival Begins

Aired 28 October 2014 • 4 min

Looks like the school is getting a new transfer student. Meanwhile, Ryoko puts on a masterclass in cooking.

Tenchi's Kiss
E18

18. Tenchi's Kiss

Aired 29 October 2014 • 4 min

A massive misunderstanding and flare-up of egos lands Tenchi in an unexpected, yet major role in Hachiko's play.

Tenchi's Metamorphosis
E19

19. Tenchi's Metamorphosis

Aired 30 October 2014 • 4 min

That's "Mr. Tenchi" to you! Our ponytailed hero braves treacherous nature and bewildering encounters en route to his new gig: assistant teacher at an all-girls' high school.

Looking Back Part 4
E20

20. Looking Back Part 4

Aired 6 November 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 16 to 19

Banquet of Beauty
E21

21. Banquet of Beauty

Aired 10 November 2014 • 4 min

The Student Council and the Science Club light up the runway; The group learn that beauty is a game for the grown-ups.

Calm before the Storm
E22

22. Calm before the Storm

Aired 4 November 2014 • 4 min

A massive flare-up of egos lands Tenchi in an unexpected, major role in Hachiko's play.

The Opening Announcement
E23

23. The Opening Announcement

Aired 5 November 2014 • 4 min

The Student Council gets psyched up for Sports Day; Ms. Kurihara's explanation raises the stakes for the clubs, and even more so for Tenchi.

Obstacle Course
E24

24. Obstacle Course

Aired 6 November 2014 • 4 min

Goriki makes an appearance, throwing the first challenge into disarray and the Student Council still has teamwork on their side.

Looking Back Part 5
E25

25. Looking Back Part 5

Aired 17 November 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 21 to 24

Mounted Battle
E26

26. Mounted Battle

Aired 10 November 2014 • 4 min

Goriki's not out of the running yet, and in the second challenge, the Science Club aims to settle the score.

Battle of the Buns
E27

27. Battle of the Buns

Aired 11 November 2014 • 4 min

After things wind down, Saryu comes by with an unusual request. The school's factions prepare for a new challenge.

Super-Overtime
E28

28. Super-Overtime

Aired 12 November 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi and Momo share a moment of admiration, but it sounds like our hero may be in for more trouble tomorrow.

Dorm Duty Begins
E29

29. Dorm Duty Begins

Aired 13 November 2014 • 4 min

Goriki makes an appearance, throwing the first challenge into disarray. But the Student Council still has teamwork on their side.

Looking Back Part 6
E30

30. Looking Back Part 6

Aired 25 November 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 26 to 29

Shrouded in Steam
E31

31. Shrouded in Steam

Aired 17 November 2014 • 4 min

A small misunderstanding escalates into a big pinch, forcing Momo to run for cover as Tenchi overhears a startling truth

A Disturbing Dinner
E32

32. A Disturbing Dinner

Aired 18 November 2014 • 4 min

In a clandestine ramen meet-up, Tenchi finds out Kinojo has a lot going on under the surface, as does the Science Club's dorm room.

Tenchi's Rescue
E33

33. Tenchi's Rescue

Aired 19 November 2014 • 4 min

Young Momo's link to Kinojo becomes crystal clear at last, and Tenchi attempts to restore order to the past.

Meeting on the Roof
E34

34. Meeting on the Roof

Aired 20 November 2014 • 4 min

Kinojo and Tenchi have a frank and fraught heart-to-heart as they both count on Momo to save the day.

Looking Back Part 7
E35

35. Looking Back Part 7

Aired 3 December 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 31 to 34

Courtyard Cookout
E36

36. Courtyard Cookout

Aired 24 November 2014 • 4 min

A heartfelt cookout to convey sympathy for Tenchi transforms into a day of truce and relaxation for everyone involved.

Mr. Tenchi Begins
E37

37. Mr. Tenchi Begins

Aired 25 November 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi arrives back in the present with some loose ends to tie up; Tenchi and Washu plan out a mission that brings the story full circle.

Tenchi Taken Captive
E38

38. Tenchi Taken Captive

Aired 26 November 2014 • 4 min

Washu and the Science Club stand tall against the attackers. Momo and Kinojo finally find an answer they've both been seeking.

Strange Traces
E39

39. Strange Traces

Aired 27 November 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi gets an interesting clue about the Science Club's intentions, but the Student Council smells danger.

Looking Back Part 8
E40

40. Looking Back Part 8

Aired 11 December 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 36 to 39

Clash in the Ruins
E41

41. Clash in the Ruins

Aired 15 December 2014 • 4 min

The Science Club and their new allies square off with the Student Council to buy time as Tenchi goes treasure hunting.

The Decision
E42

42. The Decision

Aired 2 December 2014 • 4 min

Kinojo and Tenchi have a frank and fraught heart-to-heart. Count on Momo to step in and save the day... Or to try, anyway.

Gathering Storm
E43

43. Gathering Storm

Aired 3 December 2014 • 4 min

As Tenchi and the others regroup with the Student Council, the Science Club finds a new mission and Ms Kurihara intercepts a telling communication.

Declaration of War
E44

44. Declaration of War

Aired 4 December 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi's friends hold a barbecue with the Student Council and invite the Science Club to party with them as well.

Looking Back Part 9
E45

45. Looking Back Part 9

Aired 19 December 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 41 to 44

The Corruption Scandal
E46

46. The Corruption Scandal

Aired 8 December 2014 • 4 min

The event that leads to the start of this series and how Tenchi became a teacher trainee

Search and Seizure
E47

47. Search and Seizure

Aired 9 December 2014 • 4 min

The Science Club asks for Tenchi and his friends help looking for the treasure that they are so eager to find.

The Scandal Breaks
E48

48. The Scandal Breaks

Aired 10 December 2014 • 4 min

Upon meeting Mihoshi, Tenchi and the others learn more about the current situation, but certain that they were abducted by the Science Club, the Student Council launches an attack to rescue them.

The Big Showdown
E49

49. The Big Showdown

Aired 11 December 2014 • 4 min

The intense showdown for the presidency gets underway; Momo decides that she won't let Fuka drag her down.

Looking Back Part 10
E50

50. Looking Back Part 10

Aired 26 December 2014 • 4 min

A summary of episodes 46 to 49

Breakdown of Trust
E51

51. Breakdown of Trust

Aired 15 December 2014 • 4 min

Ryoko and Ayeka confront the Student Council while the rest of the gang help the Science Club look for the treasure they are seeking.

Demons Descend
E52

52. Demons Descend

Aired 16 December 2014 • 4 min

Upon finding the treasure, Tenchi discovers that not only it, but Momo and Beni as well are somehow connected to his mission

Showdown in the Ruins
E53

53. Showdown in the Ruins

Aired 29 December 2014 • 4 min

As Tenchi and the others regroup with the Student Council, the Science Club finds a new mission. Ms. Kurihara intercepts a telling communication.

Bombarded
E54

54. Bombarded

Aired 18 December 2014 • 4 min

Galactic forces have their eye on what's happening on Earth. As for the Student Council and the Science Club, all's fair in love and elections.

Karmic Encounter
E55

55. Karmic Encounter

Aired 19 December 2014 • 4 min

Momo faces the hardest decision of her life, while Washu squares off with old adversaries in a battle of wits.

Adrift
E56

56. Adrift

Aired 22 December 2014 • 4 min

Ethics go out the window as the Science Club campaign makes the most of its guile and technology.

Asunder
E57

57. Asunder

Aired 23 December 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi continues to chase after shadows, while Washu and her very reluctant adversaries strive for a deal.

Over and Over
E58

58. Over and Over

Aired 24 December 2014 • 4 min

Even in the face of disastrous consequences, Momo refuses to run or hide. In a rooftop heart-to-heart, she tells Tenchi what drives her.

One and Only
E59

59. One and Only

Aired 25 December 2014 • 4 min

Tenchi's dimensional dance winds down and the path to fixing what's been broken is clear, but it demands one brave sacrifice.

Once in a Lifetime
E60

60. Once in a Lifetime

Aired 26 December 2014 • 4 min

For Tenchi and his friends, even the students of Junai, some things never really change, even when everything does.

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