Nana Episode 9: Nobu Arrives in Tokyo! Nana's Song

Manga chapter 9-9

Canon/MED

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8.3

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EPISODE REVIEWS

Cuando Hachi escucha cantar a Nana por primera vez sucede lo inevitable: el magnetismo de Nana despierta algo en el corazón de Hachi y también en el mío. Momento que profundiza su relación y marca el inicio del apoyo incondicional de Hachi a los sueños de Nana.

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Nana K. is such a lucky girl letting her instincts guide her. Then again such characteristics is her charm. It's admirable how she learns to be consciencious of her actions.

Episode Context

Coming off episode 8's exploration of lingering memories and complicated romantic histories, episode 9 broadens Nana Osaki's world by introducing Nobu, a former bandmate whose presence signals the show's gradual pivot toward its music-industry storyline. This episode marks a turning point in the early stretch of the 47-episode run, transitioning from establishing the two Nanas' friendship into building the ensemble cast that will drive the drama forward. It directly sets the stage for episode 10, 'The Pretty Boy Shin Appears!,' continuing the pattern of expanding the character roster and laying groundwork for the band's future.

Runtime22 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateMay 31, 2006

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