The episode begins with a baseball game, abruptly interrupted when Ataru is struck by a sharp fly ball headed toward left field. Shortly thereafter, he finds himself being led home, only to learn of a bizarre ultimatum: he has been selected…

The episode begins with Ataru’s friends, Megane and Lum’s Stormtroopers, engrossed in films documenting their tag games at school. Later, a space taxi mistakenly offers Ataru a ride home, and the fare proves exorbitant. Unable to cover the …

This marks the debut of Jariten, Lum’s cousin. He made his grand entrance aboard a colossal peach, immediately establishing a relationship with Ataru that was a volatile mix of antagonism and reluctant acknowledgement.

The scene begins with Lum carefully applying her makeup, preparing for a meeting with Darling at school. Outside, a swallow swoops down to snatch a treat from Jariten’s hand, and swells unexpectedly until it resembles a penguin. Its sudden …

The program introduces Rei, Lum’s former fiancé. It begins with Ataru gazing out his window at the storm while Lum attempts to persuade him to retire for the night. Shinobu encounters Rei and leads him to Ataru's home. Following a lengthy d…

Ataru, Megane, and their companions headed out for lunch at a Gyudon restaurant, where they were taken aback to find Rei devouring food with an astonishing, almost boundless appetite. Throughout the remainder of the episode, Rei pursued Lum…

The first encounter brought them face-to-face with Kintaro, a notoriously ill-tempered boy who kept a flying bear as a pet and was cared for by a redheaded alien nanny. Lum and Jariten discovered him nestled within a giant wind carp, where …

With the assistance of Ataru, Kintaro’s caretaker led the alien children on an exploration of Earth and a typical school for human children. During their visit, Ataru recounted the legend of the original Kintaro, who had been raised in the …

Ataru, unable to bear Lum any longer, had attempted to disappear. His subterfuge was short-lived, however. A chance encounter at a restaurant revealed his presence to Lum, his parents, Shinobu, and Cherry, resulting in an unwelcome pursuit …

The morning Ataru arrived at school, he found every boy gathered, their anticipation palpable – they were awaiting the arrival of the new school nurse, Sakura. Though Ataru seemed unwell, a strange pallor clinging to his face, it was not si…

As Ataru reached for the phone to arrange a date with Shinobu, Lum burst in, instantly provoking Shinobu’s ire. After an abrupt dismissal of Lum, Ataru dedicated the remainder of the episode to attempting contact with Shinobu. However, Lum …

The walk home from school hadn’t been kind to Ataru; a sudden flurry of black cats left him with a painful bump on his head. Later that night, at the stroke of midnight, he was examining the swelling in the mirror, using two reflections to …

Cherry presented Ataru with yellow ribbons; when fastened to her own horns, they would nullify Lum’s abilities. To persuade Lum to wear them, Ataru was forced to stage an elaborate display of affection, convincingly portraying deep devotion…

Following a peculiar episode where he briefly lost command of his limbs after supper, Ataru discovered that Lum possessed a supply of clay suitable for crafting voodoo dolls. He readily exploited this revelation, enjoying the opportunities …

The first time they encountered Oyuki, Lum’s friend and the queen of Neptune, she revealed an astonishing command over ice. While Shinobu tended to a sickly Ataru, Megane and his companions paid a visit. It was then that they stumbled upon …

As Ataru piloted his ultralight aircraft, accompanied by Lum and Jariten, he was struck mid-air by Kintaro. The impact, jolted by a surge of electricity from Lum, unexpectedly hurled them all backward through time, depositing them squarely …

The first encounter involved Kurama, a princess of the karas-tengu people. During a school field trip, Ataru and his companions unexpectedly crossed paths with a karas-tengu, who subsequently arranged for Ataru’s marriage to Kurama. Followi…

To attempt a remedy for Ataru’s persistent flirtations, Kurama employed an unusual gateway between dimensions. Stepping through, Ataru found himself confronted by adversarial reflections of the women he held dear.

Megane and Lum’s scheming led them to devise a plan to humiliate Ataru and drive Lum away from him simultaneously. They arranged for a deliberately unsuitable companion to embarrass him, but Lum quickly uncovered their plot and cleverly tur…

Megane and Lum’s scheming led them to devise a plan to publicly humiliate Ataru and ultimately drive Lum away from him. They arranged for a deliberately unsuitable companion to embarrass him, but Lum quickly uncovered their plot and cleverl…

Mendo, a wealthy nobleman, makes his first appearance, though he remains largely passive until episode twenty-seven. In a recounted tale set in ancient Japan, Mendo presents a familiar cast within the framework of an unusual alien invasion …

Mendo, a wealthy nobleman, makes his first appearance, though he remains largely passive until episode twenty-seven. He recounts a story set in ancient Japan, featuring the familiar characters reimagined within an unusual alien invasion nar…

This is the first time we meet Tsubame, Sakura’s boyfriend, who possesses certain magical talents. To celebrate, Sakura extends an invitation to Ataru, Lum, Shinobu, Megane, Perm, Chibi, and Kakugari for a night at the disco. However, the e…

Kurama transported Ataru through time, intending to assist his father, a man seemingly burdened by an inexplicable fear of women. Their mission then required them to navigate past a stern gatekeeper stationed upon a narrow bridge.

Ataru, Lum, Shinobu, Sakura, Megane, Cherry, and their companions were enjoying a stay at a seaside resort. Throughout the days, an unsettling series of thefts occurred: swimsuits vanished from sunbathers’ belongings. Suspicion quickly fell…

The group remained at the resort when they encountered a man participating in an all-you-can-eat competition. Sakura then divulged that her slender figure was maintained through a diet pill called "Beauty Foods." However, the truth was far …

On Mendo’s first day, he arrived for a proper welcoming ceremony at school. Soon after, he found himself embroiled in a contest with Ataru – a spirited competition for the class presidency that culminated in a draw. This deadlock led to an …

Lum’s computer insisted Mendo was the ideal partner for her, prompting her to bring a peculiar device – a set of constellation scales – to school. She proceeded to weigh Ataru against Mendo using a series of tests performed on the scales. U…

It was during this time that Lum introduced Ataru to Benten, her dearest friend and a goddess in her own right. She whisked him away to another planet, urgently needing his assistance in a peculiar conflict against Benten’s family. The disp…

The mischievous space princess Benten arrives on Earth once more, accompanied by her spirited group of female bikers, ready for a fresh wave of amusement. Predictably, Ataru finds himself entangled with Benten again, while Lum gathers the e…

From their first encounter, Ataru and Kuribayashi were adversaries. Then Lum arrived, and Kuribayashi found himself captivated. Ultimately, Lum agreed to accompany him on a date, hoping to lift his mood.

The morning arrived when parents were invited to visit the school, and an argument arose between Mrs. Mendo and Lum’s mother. To settle their disagreement, Mrs. Moroboshi proposed a solution: she organized a game of chance using a roulette …

Mendo brought an old camera to school, and with it, Ataru was whisked away to other realms. It was Lum who managed to locate him, peering through a classroom window that had remained stubbornly sealed for years.

Each morning, Ataru rises early to jog, hoping to catch sight of girls. On his way to school one day, he intervenes in a would-be suicide, grasping for a fallen coin as he breaks the person’s fall. A subsequent argument between Ataru and Me…

The festivities at the Moroboshi household were modest, yet lively, when young Ran made her first appearance. A charming doll caught Ataru’s attention, leading him unwittingly toward her. Ran then attempted to steal a measure of his vitalit…

Ran extended an invitation to Lum, Ataru, and Ten, promising cookies and tea. However, her true intention was far more mischievous: to steal Ataru’s youthful vitality. She concocted a scheme, creating a perfect duplicate of Ataru with the h…

Lum came into possession of Ataru’s diary, a chronicle detailing events as they would unfold throughout the day. Attempting to exploit this foresight for personal gain, Ataru quickly discovered that the entries were far from straightforward…

Mendo discovered an alien child nestled inside his locker, and subsequently went to extraordinary lengths to conceal its presence. The deception couldn’t last, however, and once the truth was revealed, a remarkable sight unfolded: a veritab…

The math lesson dissolved into slumber; Kuribayashi and his classmates succumbed entirely, save for Ataru and Mendo. Then Lum arrived, discovering the cause of this sudden drowsiness: a diminutive old man and girl wielding peculiar magic. T…

Lum, Mendo, Shinobu, Ran, Ten, Sakura, and Cherry had gathered in the blossoming orchard for an age-old observance. Unbeknownst to them, Ataru was there as well, enjoying a simple picnic amidst the fragrant blooms. As Cherry began her incan…

Ataru popped a lollipop Lum had given him into his mouth, only to find it burned unpleasantly. He bolted off, seeking refuge, and stumbled upon Cherry alongside an odd-looking melon. Hoping for relief, he devoured it. Immediately, Ataru beg…

Ataru often dozed off during class, his slumber punctuated by strange dreams that surfaced in mumbled utterances. Irritated by these nocturnal revelations, his classmates would rouse him, unwittingly releasing a dream demon born from Ataru’…

Unbeknownst to Lum, her father was preparing a formal gathering intended to secure her a suitable match. She returned to her home world, only to find Ataru and Ten discreetly following in her wake.

Unbeknownst to Lum, her father was preparing a formal gathering intended to secure her a suitable match. As fate would have it, Ataru, already privy to this arrangement, and Ten trailed after her as she returned home.

During a school outing, Ataru found himself transported to an underwater realm. Later, while exploring, Ataru, Lum, Shinobu, and Mendou became disoriented within a cavern—an incident that dramatically revealed Mendou’s well-known aversion t…

During a school outing, Ataru found himself transported to a submerged realm. Later, while exploring, Ataru, Lum, Shinobu, and Mendou became disoriented within a cavern—a situation that dramatically revealed Mendou’s well-known dread of dar…

Through an odd twist involving peculiar earmuffs, Ataru and Ten found themselves inexplicably inhabiting each other's forms.

Ataru found himself the keeper of a peculiar white caterpillar, a gift from Lum’s Stormtroopers. This was no ordinary larva; it possessed an extraordinary appetite, consuming far more than any typical caterpillar could.

Ten harbored a silent affection for Sakura, one that went unanswered.

Driven by an ancient hunger, Dracula seeks the lifeblood of a fair maiden, and his gaze has fallen upon Lum.

Driven by an urgent purpose, Lum journeyed into the past, intending to encounter a youthful Ataru and somehow temper his unrestrained passions.

A rivalry sparked between Ataru and Ten, both vying for the notice of the charming young woman who owned the local flower shop.

The group encountered Tsuyuko, a young woman who appeared to carry rain with her.

During a scuffle with Ataru, Ten’s horn snapped clean off, leaving him suddenly weakened and robbed of his fiery breath. Without hesitation, Ataru seized upon this opportune moment.

A sudden, bewildering chaos erupted within the library’s walls as the figures from its countless stories began to materialize. With a desperate plea for assistance, Wendy Darling—familiar to readers of J.M. Barrie's *Peter Pan*—called upon …

Mr. Hanawa secured a position at Ataru’s school, and coinciding with this, Lum was also enrolled there.

The goblin who had taken up residence in Mendo’s private pool was now displaced, seeking a new place to call his own.

Recalling all the mischief Lum had once led her into, Ran hatched a fresh plan—a scheme designed to steal Ataru’s youthful vitality.

Suddenly, Rei arrived, creating immediate chaos as he devoured every lunchbox in sight. Now, Ran found herself determined to recapture his favor.

As a cool evening settled over summer vacation, students at Tomobiki High School hosted a lively disco. But amidst the music and dancing, a shadowy figure appeared, silently following the young women.

Trouble arose when Lum attempted to create duplicates of Ataru, hoping to shield him from Ran’s wrath.

After seeing a television show that made her question the nature of their connection, Lum insisted on a date with Ataru. He initially seemed reluctant, yet as the evening progressed, glimpses of genuine affection surfaced, though he struggl…

Lum, Ataru, Shinobu, and Mendo found themselves spending their summer holiday by the sea. Their adventures began with an unfortunate encounter that roused the ire of a watermelon deity, quickly followed by a visit from a weeping spirit.

A typhoon descended upon Tomobiki, inundating the Moroboshi home with rising floodwaters. Fortunately, Lum possessed a resourceful ingenuity, devising several clever methods to assist her Darling and his parents in navigating the unexpected…

Fueled by an excess of pickled plums, Lum and Ten found themselves delightfully intoxicated. Soon after, Lum began a dizzying flight path, playfully tormenting Ataru’s schoolmates in her pursuit of yet more of the salty delicacies.

As the feline breeding season arrived, Ataru, Lum, and Ten encountered a strikingly lovely creature—a woman possessing distinctly cat-like features.

The Stormtroopers organized a celebration for Lum, but the festivities were abruptly disrupted when Ataru confronted her, loudly accusing her of ruining his life. Hurt and overwhelmed, Lum retreated to her home planet. When she didn't reapp…

Lum’s companions from another world were secretly planning a surprise reunion with her classmates, yet she remained oblivious. This led to a perplexing distance between them, leaving Lum puzzled and deeply saddened by what felt like their a…

Lum, Ataru, Shinobu, and most of the students at Tomobiki—excluding Mendo and his tight-knit group of self-proclaimed “exemplary” pupils—rebel against a newly implemented school regulation that prevents them from venturing off campus for lu…

Ataru, Lum, Mendo, Shinobu, and Jariten decided upon a picnic in a secluded corner of Japan, an area known for its fossil discoveries. Unbeknownst to them, a team of archaeologists was also working there, employing elaborate methods that le…

Once more, Kurama had her people induce a deep slumber, trusting that a prince might one day rouse her from it.

Ten finds himself afflicted with cavities. Remarkably, these can be remedied by biting ten individuals, thereby sharing the affliction. Seeking relief from his discomfort, he makes an unexpected appearance at Ataru’s school.

The arrival of Mendo’s younger sister, Ryoko, marked an unsettling shift; she possessed a talent for manipulation and carried within her a palpable sense of danger.

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Ataru found a small bird injured near his home, and carefully tended to its wounds. In gratitude for this kindness, the bird underwent a remarkable transformation, becoming a raccoon that promptly decided to move in with him.

Ataru secured what seemed like a dream part-time position: a wash attendant at the local bathhouse. He’d envisioned the role with eager anticipation, picturing it as an ideal chance to observe and accost unclothed women. Yet, reality proved…

As Lum began organizing the class’s farewell celebration, Ataru interjected, explaining that New Year’s was a time for shedding one’s identity. He couldn’t quite shake the feeling she might have taken his words with undue seriousness.

Once more, the familiar characters find themselves immersed in a traditional Japanese tale, where Ataru takes on the role of a mischievous pilferer of delicacies, often accompanied by Onsen-Mark and Cherry.

Having endured a barrage of snowballs from Ataru and his companions, Ten plotted retribution. He intended to exact his revenge upon Ataru during class, fueled by a prior threat from Onsen-Mark who had warned the entire room against making a…

Following a disagreement, Lum’s mother asked his father to leave their home, and consequently, he went to stay with Lum.

Lum persuaded Ataru to join her for a skiing excursion, though Mendo, Shinobu, and her personal security detail discovered the plan and trailed behind, eager to stir up trouble. Predictably, Ataru then decided to enter a local ski competiti…

He became a second Ataru when, through a misunderstanding, he found himself unexpectedly betrothed to another young woman; yet, determined to pursue his affections elsewhere, he attempted to slip away and seek out the company of more mature…

A request came in for ten of the peculiar Love-Love Catchballs – novelty items said to reveal a person’s destined romantic partners, one representing a potential female match and another a male. The situation swiftly devolved into pandemoni…

Determined to draw nearer to Ataru, Ryoko devised a masked gathering—more a competition than a celebration—but her brother, Shutaro, vehemently opposed the scheme. He arranged for all of Ataru’s known adversaries to challenge him, effective…

A chill caught from her father settled in Lum, quickly blossoming into something far more widespread—a wave of illness that swept through the ranks of the male students at Tomobiki High.

Following a destructive argument—fueled by the meddling of Ataru and his friends—that left their seaside shop in ruins, a man and his adopted son, Ryunosuke, relocated to Tomobiki High. There, they established a new business within the scho…

One afternoon, Ataru mentioned something to Megane about relinquishing a “position,” a snippet of conversation overheard by Shinobu. Mistaking his words, she believed he was contemplating abandoning Lum. Determined not to lose Mendou in the…

Drawn to Ran’s delicate beauty, Ryunosuke ventured out with her, hoping to cultivate a more feminine air. Everyone around them, save for Ran herself (who remained blissfully unaware of Ryunosuke’s true identity and assumed she was on a date…

Ataru’s outburst regarding Lum's oversight of his birthday prompted her to disappear from school for several days, returning only under the cover of darkness. The situation left them both distressed, leading each to seek solace and counsel …

Having bravely faced Lum’s fiercely hot dinner during their camping trip, Ataru, Mendou, Megane, and Perm set out in search of something more palatable. Lum and Ten followed at a leisurely pace behind. Their quest for food soon led them int…

Following an attempt by Kurama’s tengu allies to transform Ryunosuke into a man with a specially constructed cannon, Ataru unexpectedly found himself altered – now a girl. It's worth noting that Shinobu does not appear in this particular in…

Following a shared infatuation with enchanting love letters – missives that ultimately draw Ataru, Ten, Mendo, Lum, and Shinobu to the inn where their author resides – the group finds themselves lodged in a decidedly unsettling establishmen…

The reappearance of Mendo’s longtime adversary, Tobimaro Mizunokoji, ignited a familiar tension. They resolved then and there to finally resolve their baseball feud, settling it decisively on the field.

Shinobu found herself drawn into the affairs of the wealthy Kobayakawa family, specifically concerning their youngest son, Makoto—an adopted child still grieving his recently deceased father. Unbeknownst to her, Makoto’s older siblings harb…

Ataru was producing and directing a film project for the school. Initially, the production centered around just himself, Lum, and the Stormtroopers; however, it quickly expanded to encompass nearly the entire student body once Ataru secured…

With Ataru’s parents away for three days, he and Lum found themselves alone. It wasn’t long before Lum playfully trapped Ataru inside his own house. Then, a disastrous attempt at cooking resulted in an astonishing spectacle: airplanes and t…

Onsen-Mark shared with the class a tale of a willow tree burdened by a curse, which Ataru dismissed as fanciful nonsense. In his skepticism, he inadvertently freed an elderly man after carving Mendou’s company symbol into the tree's bark. T…

A group including Ataru, Lum, Shinobu, Mendo, Onsen-Mark, Sakura, and Cherry find themselves guests at a grand estate, only to discover that their stay is shadowed by a chilling series of disappearances – each vanishing echoing the grim pro…

Ten’s mother, a firefighter herself, arrived for a visit with her son here on Earth. He had to conceal his ability to breathe fire from her; she held a deep aversion to pyromaniacs and was known to banish offenders to the underworld. His ta…

As Ataru succumbed to poison from one of Ran’s confections, Lum plunged headlong into a realm of magic, desperately seeking an antidote to save his life.

A mishap at the shopping center left Ataru’s mother losing consciousness. While in that state, unsettling dreams began to plague her.

Ryoko hosted a "Summer Xmas" party with a peculiar rule: guests were required to arrive as mixed-gender pairs. The centerpiece of the event was an enormous Christmas tree, and reaching the dance floor—perched high above—demanded a climb to …

Ataru, Lum, Mendo, and Shinobu found lodging at an inn, where they encountered Otama, a timid ghost who attempted, with little success, to frighten an elderly couple each summer. The truth was, however, that the old couple – entirely uninte…

Ryunosuke attempts to conjure a picture of her mother, but finds no assistance from her father in that pursuit. This installment introduces a fresh visual gag showcasing Lum and Ataru.

With the aid of Ten’s Core technology, Ataru, Mendo, and he managed to animate three Sakura sand dolls. Annoyed by this development, Lum sought distraction elsewhere, venturing out on a date with someone else in an attempt to provoke Ataru'…

Frustrated by recent losses to Ataru, Ten resolved to train, seeking assistance from Cherry and Lum in his quest to overcome his longtime rival.

While vacationing at Mendo’s family’s secluded mountain lodge, Lum, Shinobu, Ataru, and Mendou found themselves under assault from a disturbingly animated mass of Tororo yam paste – a bizarre, frenzied torojiru.

Lum, Ran, Benten, and Oyuki learned that their former teacher, CAO-2—a colossal, robotic chalkboard eraser—had arrived on Earth after enduring years stranded on an abandoned world. The first three of them were distinctly unhappy to hear it.

Driven by a desire to heal Mendou’s deep-seated fears, Ataru, Lum, Shinobu, Mendo, and Ryunosuke journeyed through time, arriving in the era when Mendou was a particularly troublesome child—a boy prone to outbursts and displays of aggressio…

An unusual harvest of matsutake mushrooms from Cherry Orchard has left the students and faculty of Tomobiki High – with the notable exceptions of Lum and Cherry himself – consumed by an unsettling desire for distraction, transforming them i…

When Ten incinerated the scarf Lum had painstakingly crafted for Ataru, he found himself compelled to perform a rare and uncomfortable act: an apology. Naturally, Ataru was determined to prolong the ordeal, skillfully drawing it out and eve…

With his parents away for the night on a trip to Atami, Ataru found himself alone with Lum. The thought of a meal prepared by Lum filled him with apprehension, while inside, Mendo and her Stormtroopers braced themselves, rushing to the Moro…

The responsibility fell to Onsen-Mark: he was tasked with shaping Ryuunosuke into something resembling a woman.

The town of Tomobiki is holding its annual Miss Tomobiki competition, offering a prize of 150,000 yen to the chosen winner. Among those vying for the title are Lum, Shinobu, Ran, Sakura, and Ryunosuke.

While enjoying a peculiar, fish-shaped confection given to him by Cherry, Ataru found himself experiencing something extraordinary – a startling separation of his consciousness from his body.

In this compilation episode, Mendo discusses potential vulnerabilities in Ataru’s character with Sakuranbo.

Having rescued his life on no fewer than three occasions from Ten’s mischief, a snow spirit granted Ataru a late-night supper—appearing as a charming young woman with bright pink hair, visible to him alone.

Cherry began to tell Ten a story—a whimsical blend of familiar Japanese folktales. It presented a peculiar scene: Ataru and Lum recast as a kindly elderly couple, and Ten himself woven into the narrative as their son.

Cornered by Shinobu’s insistent maneuvering, Ryunosuke found himself reluctantly agreeing to accompany her on a date – a necessary step in her long-held ambition to acquire and finally wear a brassiere.

Three young students from the space academy pilfered Benten’s necklace, only to then issue a challenge, demanding a confrontation with Benten, Lum, and Oyuki.

Driven by vengeance, Ran attempted to create a duplicate of Lum, yet the endeavor yielded an unexpected result.

Megane found himself constantly on edge at the noodle shop, dealing with Ryuu, a demanding dragon with an insatiable appetite and a sharp tongue for anything less than perfection. This "fast-food customer" devoured mountains of noodles and …

Confined within Mendou’s colossal vault, Ataru and Mendou found themselves trapped as a rising tide began to fill their steel prison. Slowly, relentlessly, the encroaching water chipped away at their sanity, fostering a desperate struggle f…

Ataru found himself at an old-fashioned public bathhouse, sharing the space with Cherry, when he attempted to catch a glimpse of the women’s side. There, Lum, Shinobu, Sakura, Ran, Ryoko, Ryunosuke, Benten, and Oyuki were enjoying a private…

Cherry offered Sakura a small pill, and with it, a startling return—the sudden manifestation of her younger self, eager for games and laughter. The vision was vivid, undeniably real, yet the appearance sparked immediate confusion amongst th…

The series’ second collection of clips features video recordings seemingly designed to showcase both Ran’s difficult upbringing and key moments from past episodes.

Ataru began to tell the story of how he first encountered Sakura, weaving in the narrative of how she ultimately came to be the school nurse at his own institution. Throughout his recollection, familiar scenes from earlier adventures punctu…

The first part of this two-part story finds Ataru and Lum embroiled in a disagreement, culminating in Lum retreating to her spacecraft for the night. However, while asleep, her ship drifts and crashes onto Mendou’s land, leaving her without…

Part Two of this two-part story. In spite of their valiant attempts, all of Lum’s Stroomtroopers—with the exception of Megane—have been taken captive. Ataru narrowly escaped his own imprisonment thanks to Mendou's younger sister, Ryoko, who…

The Hanami festivities took a disastrous turn when Ataru accidentally broke a tree branch, triggering an unexpected tear between realities and whisking Lum away to a parallel world. This was a place where Ataru had once lost a game of tag –…

Ryunosuke misplaced the binding she wore, but felt no need to replace it now that people were finally treating her as a girl. Yet, when gym class brought around a rugby match, the boys’ attention drifted from the game itself and settled ins…

Ran attempted to win Rei’s affection with food, a sincere effort though it ultimately proved unsuccessful. However, in a moment of unexpected closeness, he brushed her face with his lips while cleaning bean paste from her skin. Lum watched …

A melancholy settled over Lum; she’d never shared a kiss with Ataru, and this absence weighed on her. Driven by longing, she devised a peculiar lipstick—a creation imbued with the strange power that any wearer would be compelled to kiss ano…

An unsettling creature has begun to stir, bringing with it a series of peculiar disturbances throughout the town. The nature of this phenomenon remained elusive until Mendo made a startling discovery: every one of his prized octopi had inex…

Benten arrives at Tomobiki High and quickly befriends Ryuunosuke, setting in motion a series of escapades involving both crime-fighting and the rescue of kittens.

A confrontation with Oyuki stirred something unsettling within Ran, dredging up a painful memory from her childhood, intensified by Oyuki’s sharp anger. Throughout the tense exchange, fragments of The Beatles' “Magical Mystery Tour” drifted…

Ten encounters a charming young girl, but their shared moments prove fleetingly short. Elsewhere in this installment, you’ll find sumo wrestling and playful puppies.

Old Man Mendo entrusted young Shutaro with a delicate task: to locate the family’s long-hidden treasure. To Shutaro's dismay, his classmates insisted on accompanying him. And for those classmates, an unwelcome surprise awaited – the treasur…

Enchanted objects lead three of our heroes into a spiritual conflict—a battle culminating in, unexpectedly, slumber.

A peculiar incident occurred at the pet shop: both Lum and Ataru were inadvertently nipped by a cow. Almost immediately thereafter, Lum’s horns began to lengthen and take on the distinct shape of bovine horns, filling her with a profound ho…

With considerable charm, Megane managed to enlist the support of everyone around him for his ambitious project: a film featuring Lum in the leading role.

With Sakura’s wand depleted and in need of replenishment, the way has opened for every spectral spirit to slip through.

Once more, Ten receives a sharp education regarding Oni sweets and humans, as the bond between Ataru and Mendou deepens into unfamiliar territory.

Kurama sought out her partner, only to discover someone worthy of standing against her.

What could the small fox spirit offer in return for Shinobu’s kindness?

The coastal village buzzed with frantic energy, desperately hunting the mischievous goblin responsible for a string of thefts from their stores. Meanwhile, Ryuu found herself wrestling with familiar shadows of the past, complicated further …

The unsettling tale Ataru spun quickly bled into reality, proving impossible for Lum to dispel, regardless of her efforts.

The group rallied to assist Pochi in recovering his cherished blowfish from the clutches of a shadowy, shark-like figure.

A peculiar disturbance has descended upon Tomobiki High, stemming from a stray fragment of supernova—a glittering shard reminiscent of Japanese konpeito candy—lost by Ran. An unsettling resonance echoes through the school, underscored by wh…

The shared fondness for pears has fostered a sense of connection among the students, drawing them all nearer to Ataru.

When Ten unexpectedly inherits abilities from a weary, working-class hero—a man deeply resented by Ran and Lum—he finds himself grappling with the burdens of embodying universal justice.

The Planet Middle School Girl Gang has returned, determined to exact their retribution against Lum. Yet, she finds herself unusually preoccupied, caught up in Ataru’s peculiar challenge: should she manage three whole days without startling …

Lum discovered an otherworldly method for inspiring peak performance in the upcoming talent show, ensuring every participant gave it their absolute all.

Ryoko employed voodoo magic and presented Ataru with a doll resembling her brother, Shutaro—a figure who unknowingly causes him distress. Now, Shutaro finds himself desperately attempting to conceal the truth about the doll’s identity from …

This is the first installment of a two-part story. Shutaro finds himself compelled into an arranged marriage with Asuka Mizunokoji of the formidable Mizunokoji clan—a family locked in generations of bitter conflict with his own, the Mendou …

The second of two episodes unfolded as Asuka, stripped of her protective armor, fled from Ataru, Shutaro, and even her own brother, Tobimaro, consumed by terror. The reason for Asuka’s seclusion was then brought to light: tradition forbade …

Drawn by a film depicting a fox’s enchantment – a spell that transformed a human girl into a fox for a single night – Kitsune sought out Shinobu, hoping she could help him locate his missing gingko nuts. He intended for her to consume them …

Ran and Lum discovered a painful truth about gossip when Ran’s peculiar, chattering flowers—the Ryuugenvillias—began disseminating rumors throughout the town. Soon, these whispers spiraled outwards, impacting nearly everyone's lives. Strang…

A bizarre incident resulted in an egg adhering to Ten’s form. When the egg hatched, it released a peculiar, insectoid being resembling a bee, which then began relentlessly tormenting Ten, insisting he was its father.

It became starkly apparent to Lum precisely how vital her abilities were.

Kaede, once a ninja, yearned for a fresh start amidst the bustle of the city.

A truly horrifying spectacle, reminiscent of the best moments from *The Texas Chain Saw Massacre*.

A delightful, almost dreamlike quality settled over Mendo’s New Year’s celebration the moment Ryoko learned of it.

The group arrived at an island steeped in a peculiar magic: here, a substance known as “poison” possessed the uncanny ability to manifest one’s deepest desires within their very dreams.

The familiar warning persists: a disastrous outcome awaits anyone who partakes of another’s fare – whether it be an Oni consuming human food, or a human indulging in the sustenance of an Oni.

A fairy, appearing unexpectedly, taught Ataru a valuable lesson about the power of joyful thinking. Through her gentle guidance, he began to understand how cultivating happiness within could profoundly shape his world.

It’s a practice everyone becomes familiar with, the quiet consumption of another’s dreams.

With familiar mischief in mind, Ginger, Pepper, and Sugar resumed their antics, determined to drive a wedge between Lum and Ataru.

True to his moniker, Kotatsu Cat successfully captured the elusive Kotatsu, forever proving his namesake.

Ryunosuke’s father attempted to weave Masako into his son’s world through deception and subtle manipulation.

Oyuki’s illness possesses a quality no earthly malady can match; it is chillingly, almost precisely, what it seems. There exists but one possible remedy: the touch of a cat.

Ten discovers an unlikely friendship with a pufferfish, and his playful antics—involving both the fish and a batch of potent Oni candies—stir up considerable chaos throughout Tomobiki Village.

At her mother’s insistence, Asuka confronted her apprehension regarding men with a trip to Tomobiki High School—a venture prompted by her brother's recent romantic entanglements. The experience unfolded much as she had anticipated.

Mistaking the container for something else entirely, Ataru drank a can of eye drops that Lum had carelessly left within reach. The consequence of his error proved peculiar; soon after, each person present experienced unsettling and unusual …

Ran prepared an oden brimming with shiitake mushrooms for Rei, a dish made with care. However, Kotatsu Neko swiftly devoured the entire pot. Mendo and Ataru were briefly present as well.

At Mrs. Mizunokoji’s insistence, Mendo and Asuka were arranged for a romantic outing on the family grounds. However, Ataru, with mischievous intent, intervened to startle Asuka. This unexpected disruption triggered an explosive reaction, se…

A priest appeared and summoned Ataru, Shinobu, Ryu, Lum, Mendo, and Sakura to a massive bell within the grounds of a Shinto shrine.

While clearing out some old belongings, Jariten discovered a fragment of the heart-shaped locket that Lum and Rei once shared during their relationship. At Mendo’s celebratory birthday gathering – an event dedicated to his beloved octopus –…

A middle-aged man and his daughter established a teahouse, which quickly found itself at the center of frequent clashes between the students and faculty of Tomobiki High School.

A spectral girl, who had once known affection for Ataru during her lifetime, yearned for a date with him. Confined largely to a hospital room throughout her life, she’d painstakingly crafted a scarf, mittens, and nearly completed a sweater …

Kitsune attends Tomobiki High, and one day he led his classmates on an unexpected journey, transporting them through the trees via a peculiar, airborne bus back to his own secluded woodland dwelling.

Down at the beach, Ataru, Mendo, Shinobu, Lum, and Ryu were attempting to lure in patrons for the Hamajaya restaurant, though their efforts were consistently undermined by the unfortunate presence of Mr. Fujinami, who seemed determined to f…

Benten arrived for a visit with Lum, and found herself once more in the company of Ryunosuke. However, Mr. Fujinami was determined to persuade her that Ryunosuke was a boy.

Jariten acquired a curious object – a small, enchanted bottle possessing the remarkable ability to reduce any item to a size perfectly suited for its interior.

School discipline reached unprecedented levels following the disruptions caused by the unexpected delivery of packages from space, intended for Lum.

The morning’s breakfast devolved into a familiar squabble between Ataru and Ten, during which he swung wildly and missed his intended target, connecting instead with Lum. The unfortunate impact involved a rice cooker, and the result was sta…

After spending too long exposed to the sun's heat, Jariten developed a fever, and the remedy called for a sudden, intense chill.

A wave of illness struck Ran, who then began summoning Lum's presence with increasingly elaborate requests – an arsenal of exploding dolls, miniature missiles, and similar playful demands.

A familiar octopus, one of Shutaro’s cherished favorites, materialized upon his head and stubbornly refused to disappear.

From the depths of space arrived a centaur, assuming the identity of one Ataru. On Earth, he embarked on a peculiar mission: to attempt a kiss with every female student at his school – an endeavor that consistently ended in frustrated failu…

Aboard a vessel orbiting Earth, an extraterrestrial being meticulously cleaned a designated feeding dish when, with a sudden clatter, it slipped from their grasp.

The summer air hung thick and heavy, an oppressive warmth that seemed to weigh on every soul—everyone, that is, save for Lum.

Lum acquired a small potted plant, from which unexpectedly sprouted a tiny Cupid. Intrigued, she persuaded the miniature cherub to attempt firing an arrow at Ataru, eager to see what might happen.

Ten’s mother was coming to visit, and Jariten wished to present her with a bouquet of carnations as an expression of his affection.

A fugitive alien, resembling a bluebird in form, arrived in Tomobiki and began fulfilling the desires of its inhabitants.

The confrontation between Ryunosuke and her father arrived at its inevitable conclusion. Victory for her would earn the privilege of wearing her mother’s bathing suit.

Drawn by the festive atmosphere, Kitsune arrived at Tomobiki High School for their costume festival, hoping to catch sight of Shinobu.

Those three troublemakers from Lum’s former school are at it once more, attempting to outdo his crew. Now, they’ve devised a scheme, selecting animals specifically tailored to exploit each member of Lum’s gang and their particular vulnerabi…

Driven by his family’s financial woes, Ryunosuke’s father devised a plan intended to revitalize Hamachaya’s fortunes. Simultaneously, through an unfortunate misunderstanding, Mendou inadvertently extended invitations to a seaside excursion,…

Following the tragic death of Ataru's father in an accident with a truck, the considerable wealth of the Moriboshi family unexpectedly allows them to claim three wishes granted by a fallen star.

A peculiar package arrived for Lum – a frog, delivered with some ceremony. Despite Ataru’s protests, she was determined to bestow upon it a kiss.

To effectively banish the troublesome spirit clinging to her, Sakura allowed herself to be inhabited by it. Yet, as the moment approached for its true expulsion, a powerful urge arose – the tempting desire to abandon her duty and indulge in…

With Sakura's enrollment in a new yoga class, the core group found themselves drawn along as well. Seeking a collective spiritual cleansing through what was billed as "group yoga," they soon discovered a less lofty pursuit: an unspoken cont…

As Onsen prepares to depart, Lum orchestrates a farewell gathering. But before his journey begins, there remains a matter of some consequence—a reckoning for the playful mischief the students have inflicted across the years.

To be with her beloved, Sakura faced a peculiar obstacle: Lum's handcrafted soap. Its unusual properties led him to misinterpret her qualities as a lack of affection, mistaking her natural slipperiness for indifference.

Asuka’s persistent flirtations with her brother have driven their mother to a risky proposition: if he can best Asuka in combat, she must relinquish any hope of marrying him. Given their disparate skills, however, his triumph seems all but …

Lum and Ataru journeyed to the shrine, each offering prayers with strikingly divergent hopes—hopes that, remarkably, found fulfillment, albeit through unexpected means intertwined with realities beyond their own.

The Mendo family manipulates the central figures, treating them more like instruments in a private, elaborate game than individuals with their own agency.

A being from beyond our world requested Ten’s assistance, tasking him with recovering an umbrella.

Shinobu proposed a wager with Ataru: she would agree to a date with him should he achieve the highest score on an approaching examination. Unfortunately, diligent study was not among Ataru's strengths, and he subsequently devised a rather o…

Sakura prepares remedies which Lum and Shinobu administer to both Mendo and Ataru. These concoctions induce a peculiar disorientation, yet simultaneously spark remarkable creativity within them.

Mr. Onsen-mark faced a daunting task: he had to make home visits, encountering the families of several of his most challenging students.

As consequence for their unruly behavior, the students were compelled to endure a period of enforced meditation. Amidst this stillness, Ran’s imagination took flight, manifesting in a colossal doll that proceeded to tear across Tokyo with a…

The small fox, devoted to Shinobu, overheard a story suggesting that grasping an Oni’s horn would secure the affection of one’s beloved.

A new admirer has entered Lum’s orbit, and remarkably, he seems unaffected by electrical currents.

Ran’s newest plot for retribution centers around a device with a controlling switch, intended to seize dominion over Ataru’s existence.

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The entire cast appears as the school stages a reimagining of a beloved Japanese folktale.