The Best Episodes Directed By Iku Ogawa

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.0/10(2 votes)

   #1 - Where I Belong

   S1:E89/4/2025

   During a sudden storm, Haru tries to save a trapped Eevee but ends up being rescued by Arcanine — whose trainer is none other than her ex!

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   7.7/10(3 votes)

   #2 - Is That Really the Best Option?

   S1:E69/4/2025

   Tyler's uncle Dan brings his beloved Sealeo to the Pokémon Resort, eager to let her stretch her flippers. But when it's time to leave, Dan can't be found.

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   7.5/10(2 votes)

   #3 - A Pokémon to Help Me!

   S1:E59/4/2025

   A change of plans leaves haru alone and in charge of entertaining new guests Shinx and Luxray. How will she and Psyduck keep things running smoothly?

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   7.5/10(2 votes)

   #4 - I'm a Role Model Now?

   S1:E79/4/2025

   Haru's next task? Showing her new colleague the ropes! But as her little mistakes pile up, she worries if she's the right person for the job.

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   7.0/10(8 votes)

   #5 - Welcome to the Pokémon Resort!

   S1:E412/28/2023

   Haru meets a shy little Pikachu who's trainer really wants him to be more outgoing. But here at Pokémon Resort, everyone is encouraged to be themselves.

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   7.0/10(2 votes)

   #6 - Game battle with Emiri

   S1:E28/25/2022

   Rilakkuma has lots of fun playing video games with a new friend, but the big fuzzy bear gets a little dizzy after playing too much. Next stop: teacups!

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   7.0/10(1 votes)

   #7 - The last parade

   S1:E88/25/2022

   There's only one way to get the power back on in time for the parade; Korilakkuma has to send her remote controlled ducky into the underground maze.

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   6.7/10(11 votes)

   #8 - I'm Haru, the New Concierge!

   S1:E112/28/2023

   For her first day as a concierge at Pokémon Resort, all Haru has to do is enjoy herself on the island as if she were a guest herself!

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   6.6/10(9 votes)

   #9 - What's on Your Mind, Psyduck?

   S1:E212/28/2023

   Psyduck suffers from chronic headaches that erupt into disruptive psychic powers. Can Haru come up with a way to help?

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    6.3/10(8 votes)

    #10 - I Hope I Can Evolve Too…

    S1:E312/28/2023

    When a Magikarp who can't swim well loses his floatie to a passing Wingull, Haru and Psyduck fly after it on a Dragonite to try and get it back.

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    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Suzune’s an idol

    S1:E58/25/2022

    Rilakkuma, Tokio and Kiiroitori are all really hungry; luckily, the park employee that's been helping them notices and kindly buys them lunch.

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