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The Worst Episodes of Love Through a Prism

Every episode of Love Through a Prism ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Love Through a Prism!

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In early 1900s London, a young Japanese woman enrolls in a famous art school, only to be surprised when rivalry with a gifted classmate becomes romance.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 1 - Black Bread and Iridescent Hope
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Black Bread and Iridescent Hope

    S1:E1

    After weeks at sea, Lili Ichijoin finally arrives in London. She ends up lost, but a stranger shows the way to the academy — and a breathtaking sketch.

    Directors:Kazuto Nakazawa, Tetsuya Takahashi
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  2. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 3 - Lilies
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Lilies

    S1:E3

    Hoping to unearth the secret behind Kit's talent, Lili joins his quest to find the cave, but instead she discovers the beauty of the English countryside.

    Director:Tetsuya Takahashi
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  3. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 4 - His Rough Sketch
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #3 - His Rough Sketch

    S1:E4

    Lili hides her struggles in letters home. While preparing for a prestigious competitive show, she has a fateful meeting with a new student from Japan.

    Director:Shoichi Harita
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  4. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 7 - A Red Rose Has Thorns
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #4 - A Red Rose Has Thorns

    S1:E7

    Back in London and desperate to make ends meet, Lili drowns in work with no time to paint until Catherine suddenly appears with a lucrative proposal.

    Director:Yoshifumi Sasahara
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  5. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 14 - Farewell on the Sea
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #5 - Farewell on the Sea

    S1:E14

    While Lili sends a victory letter home, Kit faces the weight of aristocratic duty as Richard shares his worries about their role in the looming conflict.

    Director:Unknown
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  6. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 15 - Stormy Crossroads
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #6 - Stormy Crossroads

    S1:E15

    Despite a sense of unease, everyone works on their final pieces as Kit attempts a brand new approach. Shin receives a confusing telegram from home.

    Director:Tetsuya Takahashi
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  7. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 18 - Five Years Later, an Engagement Ring
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Five Years Later, an Engagement Ring

    S1:E18

    Five years later. After receiving devastating news, Lili gives up on her two loves: Kit and painting, and seeks solace in Shin. He proposes to her.

    Director:Tetsuya Takahashi
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  8. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 5 - Views of a Honey Gold Summer
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    #8 - Views of a Honey Gold Summer

    S1:E5

    The group visits Kit's sprawling family estate in the Lake District. There, Lili catches a glimpse of the pressures he faces as an aristocrat.

    Director:Penny Hung
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  9. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 6 - An Asymmetrical World
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    #9 - An Asymmetrical World

    S1:E6

    After an afternoon with Kit's prized mare, the group attends a lavish ball, but Lili is missing. When Kit learns why, he arranges a surprise.

    Directors:Kazuto Nakazawa, Shoichi Harita, Masaharu Tomoda
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  10. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 2 - Feeling Blue
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #10 - Feeling Blue

    S1:E2

    Lili adjusts to her new life and tackles her first assignment: painting the sky. As she ponders the theme, she notices that her blue paint is missing.

    Director:Penny Hung
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  11. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 12 - The Golden Ratio Between Them
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #11 - The Golden Ratio Between Them

    S1:E12

    Though it's her last chance to prove herself and stay in London, Lili abandons the final assignment and races to find Kit, who's absent from class.

    Director:Jiro Arimoto
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  12. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 13 - A Collage of Joy and Sorrow
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #12 - A Collage of Joy and Sorrow

    S1:E13

    During a weekend in Dorothy's hometown, Lili faces her feelings. When they return to school, she's shocked by the results of the final assignment.

    Director:Yoshifumi Sasahara
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  13. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 16 - Colorless Cubism of the Heart
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #13 - Colorless Cubism of the Heart

    S1:E16

    Lili also receives orders to return to Japan. In the rain, she searches for Kit, hoping for one more chance to tell him how she truly feels.

    Director:Yuka Hashimoto
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  14. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 17 - A Confession Gone with the Waves
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #14 - A Confession Gone with the Waves

    S1:E17

    As Lili prepares to depart, Peter also announces his plans to transfer. At their farewell party, Catherine arrives with news: Kit's ship is leaving now!

    Director:Shigeru Chiba
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  15. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 19 - Drawn by Destiny
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #15 - Drawn by Destiny

    S1:E19

    Lili stumbles upon an important letter and confronts Shin. After he reveals his strange sighting, they comb the harbour for Kit, hoping for a reunion.

    Director:Shoichi Harita
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  16. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 20 - Love Through a Prism
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Love Through a Prism

    S1:E20

    Resolving to pursue art again, Lili and Shin break off their engagement. Meanwhile, Kit returns home. Will the two star-crossed lovers ever reunite?

    Director:Saki Fujii
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  17. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 9 - A Gradation of Talent and Effort
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #17 - A Gradation of Talent and Effort

    S1:E9

    As she watches him leave, Catherine thinks back on her childhood with Kit. Lili finds Peter brooding over his lack of talent, which soon boils over.

    Director:Yuka Hashimoto
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  18. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 10 - Outlines of Triangles
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #18 - Outlines of Triangles

    S1:E10

    After her outburst, Kit disappears, leaving Lili wracked with guilt. Shin takes her out to cheer her up. Later, Catherine drags her to Astoria House.

    Director:Daisuke Tsukushi
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  19. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 8 - The Perspective of Childhood Friends
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #19 - The Perspective of Childhood Friends

    S1:E8

    While Lili paints the portrait over and over again, their initial friction fades as Catherine opens up. Later, Lili overhears a startling confession.

    Director:Shigeru Chiba
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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  20. Love Through a Prism Season 1 Episode 11 - A Portrait in Sepia
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #20 - A Portrait in Sepia

    S1:E11

    Catherine stands up to Richard and stands up for her new friend. Thinking that Kit has been locked away, Lili rushes to Drunnheim Hall to rescue him.

    Director:Shoichi Harita
    Writers:Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Black Bread and Iridescent Hope" is the worst rated episode of "Love Through a Prism". It scored 6.5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Kazuto Nakazawa, Tetsuya Takahashi and written by Yoko Kamio, Saki Fujii, it aired on 1/15/2026. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Lilies".