The best episode directed by Rika Ota is "Sappy New Year", rated 8/10 from 2 user votes. It was "written by N/A". "Sappy New Year" aired on 9/3/2012 and is rated 0.5 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Calming Gold".
At New Year's, Eru invites Hotaro to join her in paying her family's respects at the town shrine. When Eru agrees to run a quick errand, however, she and Hotaro find themselves in an unexpected and compromising situation.
Director: Rika Ota
Writer: N/A
The Calm is coming. This is a dangerous time for youmu since it is when their powers grow weak. But what does that mean for the ultra-rare half-youmu, Akihito? And Miroku seems to be up to something. What does he have up his sleeve?
Director: Rika Ota
Writer: Jukki Hanada
There's trouble at the beach. The four swim club members are forced to revisit their motivation to swim. After Rei asks Makoto about his odd behavior during the training camp, Makoto tells them about his past.
Director: Rika Ota
Writer: Reiko Yoshida
After hearing about what happened in the past, Rei goes to Samezuka Academy to ask Rin what he wants. The night before Iwatobi and Samezuka leave for regionals, Rin calls Rei to explain how he feels about the relay. And then, Samezuka announces its lineup for the relay.
Director: Rika Ota
Writer: Masahiro Yokotani