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The Best Episodes of Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1

Every episode of Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1!

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Childhood BFFs Himari and Yu’s vow of friendship hits turbulence when Yu reunites with his first crush in high school. Himari, who’s never known the fuzzy warmth of a crush, now must confront her feelings.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 1 - Anemone Flaccida and Queen of the Night
    7.3/10(208 votes)

    #1 - Anemone Flaccida and Queen of the Night

    S1:E1

    Yu has a passion for accessories. His best friend is his biggest supporter. But are they really just friends?

    Director:Shuuji Miyazaki
    Writer:Nozu Yaemori

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  2. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 2 - The Hibiscus Hair Ornament
    7.9/10(172 votes)

    #2 - The Hibiscus Hair Ornament

    S1:E2

    Yu ponders his next product, and Himari forms a plan to bring Yu and Rion closer together.

    Director:Miyuki Ishida
    Writer:Nozu Yaemori

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  3. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 3 - Tulips and the Face of Love
    7.8/10(176 votes)

    #3 - Tulips and the Face of Love

    S1:E3

    Yu grapples with the reveal of Rion as his first crush, as his relationship with Himari begins to shift.

    Director:Masashi Tsukino
    Writer:Nozu Yaemori

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  4. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 4 - Hydrangea and a New Seed
    7.5/10(146 votes)

    #4 - Hydrangea and a New Seed

    S1:E4

    Himari's decision to break off her friendship with Yu causes a rift in their relationship.

    Director:Daisuke Kurose
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 5 - A Hunk and Morning Glory Yutaka
    7.4/10(118 votes)

    #5 - A Hunk and Morning Glory Yutaka

    S1:E5

    Yu reconciles with Himari, but finds himself at risk of failing classes.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 6 - The Scent of Cherry Sage
    7.6/10(111 votes)

    #6 - The Scent of Cherry Sage

    S1:E6

    Rion is determined to participate in the study group to try to get closer to Yu.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 7 - The Cracked Crocus
    8.0/10(99 votes)

    #7 - The Cracked Crocus

    S1:E7

    The leak of Yu's identity as the creator of You leaves him juggling an uptick in orders from schoolmates.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 8 - Zinnia and Where Passion Lies
    7.7/10(94 votes)

    #8 - Zinnia and Where Passion Lies

    S1:E8

    After his work results in troubles at school, Yu contemplates quitting his craft in accessories.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 9 - Love's Chocolate Cosmos
    8.1/10(90 votes)

    #9 - Love's Chocolate Cosmos

    S1:E9

    Ahead of summer break, Yu admits his feelings for Himari. Meanwhile, Kureha visits to offer Yu a deal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 10 - The Meaning Behind Sunflowers
    8.5/10(137 votes)

    #10 - The Meaning Behind Sunflowers

    S1:E10

    Yu, Himari, and Rion look for inspo for Yu's masterpiece during summer break.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 11 - Goodbye, Sunflower
    7.7/10(92 votes)

    #11 - Goodbye, Sunflower

    S1:E11

    With his decision to feature sunflowers, Yu works on his masterpiece to go head to head with Kureha.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive? Season 1 Episode 12 - Flowers that Bloom Along the Path of Dreams
    8.8/10(103 votes)

    #12 - Flowers that Bloom Along the Path of Dreams

    S1:E12

    As Yu and Himari decide to part ways for their dreams, along comes Himari's day of departure.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Anemone Flaccida and Queen of the Night" is the best rated episode of "Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive?" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 208 votes. Directed by Shuuji Miyazaki and written by Nozu Yaemori, it aired on 4/4/2025. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "The Hibiscus Hair Ornament".