Synopsis
Reclusive novelist Makio Koudai has always preferred the company of books—but when her sister and brother-in-law pass away, Makio unexpectedly becomes the guardian of her 15-year-old niece, Asa Takumi. As they navigate grief, clashing personalities, and the challenges of living together, the two slowly open their hearts to each other, discovering warmth, understanding, and the meaning of family.
Episodes
Season 11
OverflowWhen 15-year-old Asa loses her parents to an accident, she's taken in by her strange aunt, Makio.24m2
WrapMakio's friend visits to meet Asa. Later, Makio meets with an old acquaintance for some advice.24m3
DiscardMakio and Asa return home to sort through her family's belongings, and Asa attends middle school graduation.24m4
CowerAsa begins high school as Makio grapples with the new responsibilities of being her guardian.24m5
DecideAsa struggles to choose an extracurricular activity as she recalls old memories of Minori.24m6
OverlapAs Asa enters summer break, Makio finds herself growing closer with Kasamachi-kun.24m7
Leave in WritingAs Makio weighs what to do with Minori's journal, she meets Emiri's mother and learns of Minori's past.24m8
WanderAfter discovering Minori's journal, Asa begins skipping school, prompting Makio to search for her.24m9
IntersectAsa returns to school and tries her hand at writing lyrics, while Makio battles writer’s block.24m10
BindAsa continues working on original lyrics while her classmates face struggles of their own at school.24m11
Set FreeWith Valentine's Day approaching and no Valentine, Asa asks others about their plans in hopes of chocolate.24m12
FindAsa auditions as her band's vocalist. Meanwhile, Makio and Michiko meet up while Kasamachi runs into Tono.24m13
Morning Is HereA chance meeting at the station leads Asa to invite Chiyo to her band club’s upcoming performance.24m
OverflowWhen 15-year-old Asa loses her parents to an accident, she's taken in by her strange aunt, Makio.24m2WrapMakio's friend visits to meet Asa. Later, Makio meets with an old acquaintance for some advice.24m3DiscardMakio and Asa return home to sort through her family's belongings, and Asa attends middle school graduation.24m4CowerAsa begins high school as Makio grapples with the new responsibilities of being her guardian.24m5DecideAsa struggles to choose an extracurricular activity as she recalls old memories of Minori.24m6OverlapAs Asa enters summer break, Makio finds herself growing closer with Kasamachi-kun.24m7Leave in WritingAs Makio weighs what to do with Minori's journal, she meets Emiri's mother and learns of Minori's past.24m8WanderAfter discovering Minori's journal, Asa begins skipping school, prompting Makio to search for her.24m9IntersectAsa returns to school and tries her hand at writing lyrics, while Makio battles writer’s block.24m10BindAsa continues working on original lyrics while her classmates face struggles of their own at school.24m11Set FreeWith Valentine's Day approaching and no Valentine, Asa asks others about their plans in hopes of chocolate.24m12FindAsa auditions as her band's vocalist. Meanwhile, Makio and Michiko meet up while Kasamachi runs into Tono.24m13Morning Is HereA chance meeting at the station leads Asa to invite Chiyo to her band club’s upcoming performance.24mCast
