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The Best Episodes of Ikebukuro West Gate Park Season 1

Every episode of Ikebukuro West Gate Park Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Ikebukuro West Gate Park Season 1!

The Best Episodes of Ikebukuro West Gate Park Season 1

Living in an area known for its juvenile crime, 21-year-old Makoto has become a member of a youth gang called the G-Boys. Known for his...

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  1. Background image for Strawberry Episode
    8.1/10(40 votes)

    #1 - Strawberry Episode

    S1:E1

    The carefree Makoto enjoys taking wagers at a bowling alley and getting into mischief with friends in Ikebukuro, where someone evil is on the prowl.

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    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Carrot Episode
    8.7/10(38 votes)

    #2 - Carrot Episode

    S1:E2

    Finally free from police custody, Makoto hears about Rika’s part-time job dating men for money and the suspicious figure who stopped by her funeral.

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    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for Mandarin Orange Episode
    8.6/10(37 votes)

    #3 - Mandarin Orange Episode

    S1:E3

    After an unexpected reunion with an old friend, Makoto must find the missing daughter of a desperate yakuza boss — or else lose a finger.

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    Director:Hideki Isano
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for Shiitake Mushroom Episode
    8.5/10(38 votes)

    #4 - Shiitake Mushroom Episode

    S1:E4

    Unable to turn to the police, Chiaki enlists Makoto’s help in protecting her boyfriend from the yakuza after he angers a dangerous drug dealer.

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    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for Gorilla Episode
    8.5/10(37 votes)

    #5 - Gorilla Episode

    S1:E5

    A former classmate requests that Makoto help hunt down a creepy stalker who is relentlessly harassing a woman from an amateur voyeur website.

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    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for 6th Channel Episode
    8.4/10(33 votes)

    #6 - 6th Channel Episode

    S1:E6

    When a precocious boy Makoto knows from the streets of Ikebukuro is kidnapped, the boy’s mother asks Makoto to help both her son and his abductor.

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    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Yōshichi Episode
    8.5/10(34 votes)

    #7 - Yōshichi Episode

    S1:E7

    When Makoto hears about his mother selling some strange tea, he and Shun sneak into a pyramid scheme seminar in disguise to investigate the situation.

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    Writer:Unknown
  9. Background image for Yōhachi Episode
    8.7/10(33 votes)

    #8 - Yōhachi Episode

    S1:E8

    A group of aggrieved high school girls accosts Masa at the bowling alley, threatening him and demanding cash for a classmate who needs an abortion.

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    Director:Hideki Isano
    Writer:Unknown
  10. Background image for Kyūshū Island Episode
    8.7/10(34 votes)

    #9 - Kyūshū Island Episode

    S1:E9

    Suspicions turn toward the G-Boys after Kana is stabbed by someone dressed in yellow. Meanwhile, the Black Angels declare war in Ikebukuro.

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    Writer:Unknown
  11. Background image for Jutte Episode
    8.7/10(33 votes)

    #10 - Jutte Episode

    S1:E10

    Takashi takes more dramatic action in the aftermath of Shun’s tragedy, causing the battle between the G-Boys and the Black Angels to intensify.

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    Writer:Unknown
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    8.7/10(34 votes)

    #11 - Samurai Episode

    S1:E11

    Makoto hides himself away at home as the showdown between Takashi and Kyoichi approaches — until a new development sends him running to the police.

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    Writer:Unknown

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Strawberry Episode" is the best rated episode of "Ikebukuro West Gate Park" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 40 votes. Directed by Yukihiko Tsutsumi and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/14/2000. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "Carrot Episode".