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The Best Episodes of Your Lie in April Season 1

Every episode of Your Lie in April Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Your Lie in April Season 1!

Kousei Arima was a genius pianist until his mother's sudden death took away his ability to play. Each day was dull for Kousei. But, then...
Genres:AnimationComedy
Network:Fuji TV

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Monotone / Colorful" is the best rated episode of "Your Lie in April" season 1. It scored 7.6/10 based on 1021 votes. Directed by Kyohei Ishiguro and written by N/A, it aired on 10/10/2014. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Friend A".

  • Monotone / Colorful
    7.6/101,021 votes

    #1 - Monotone / Colorful

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/10/2014

    Kousei's life has been dull and gray. His friends Tsubaki and Watari try their best to cheer him up but there's not more color in his life; His eyes don't sparkle. However, there's this new girl who might just be able to change all that.

    Director: Kyohei Ishiguro

    Writer: N/A

  • Friend A
    8.1/10913 votes

    #2 - Friend A

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/17/2014

    Kousei, Tsubaki & Watari sit down to watch Kaori's performance which ends up being completely unlike anything else they've seen. Kaori just seems to have a way with music completely different to how Kousei was taught.

    Director: Takahiro Harada

    Writer: N/A

  • Inside Spring
    8.0/10869 votes

    #3 - Inside Spring

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/24/2014

    Kousei and Kaori spend some time together and get to talking about Kousei's past. Will he ever be able to play a piano again? What happens if he can never overcome his fear, will color ever return to his life?

    Director: Kazuya Iwata

    Writer: N/A

  • Departure
    9.0/101,152 votes

    #4 - Departure

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/31/2014

    Kousei and Kaori arrive just in time for the competition, however without a chance to practice the piece how will Kousei be able to perform? And how can he survive on stage with the memories of his mother still haunting him?

    Director: Kyohei Ishiguro, Ayako Kono

    Writer: N/A

  • Gray Skies
    7.8/10832 votes

    #5 - Gray Skies

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/7/2014

    Kaori is recovering from her accident after the performance, and Kousei, Watari, and Tsubaki are starting to realise the new feelings that are brewing in their group.

    Director: Takashi Kojima, Masashi Ishihama

    Writer: N/A

  • On the Way Home
    8.3/10846 votes

    #6 - On the Way Home

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/14/2014

    Kaori is pushing Kousei to the limits in an attempt to bring back his musical skills. Tsubaki has to figure out where her feelings are pointing her.

    Director: Yoshihide Ibata

    Writer: N/A

  • The Shadows Whisper
    7.8/10791 votes

    #7 - The Shadows Whisper

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/21/2014

    The Maihou Music Competition has started and Kousei is starting to feel his fears catching up with him. At the same time some old rivals have appeared and are set on competing with Kousei.

    Director: Takahiro Majima

    Writer: N/A

  • Let It Ring
    8.5/10844 votes

    #8 - Let It Ring

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/28/2014

    Takeshi Aiza and Emi Igawa. These two have a strong rivalry with Kousei. But what drives them to play piano?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Resonance
    8.9/10895 votes

    #9 - Resonance

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 12/5/2014

    It's Kousei's turn to take the stage, and everyone is waiting to see whether or not he will be able to play. How will he be able to perform with the memories of his mother still floating in his mind?

    Director: Miyuki Kuroki

    Writer: N/A

  • The Scenery I Shared with You
    9.1/101,103 votes

    #10 - The Scenery I Shared with You

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/12/2014

    During the Maihou Music Competition, Kousei has trouble hearing the notes. He tries drawing on dear memories to help him through his performance.

    Director: Takahiro Harada

    Writer: N/A

  • Light of Life
    8.2/10804 votes

    #11 - Light of Life

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 12/19/2014

    The qualifiers are up, but Kousei is sure he already knows where he placed. Takeshi and Emi however are desperate to see how their greatest rival was marked.

    Director: Kyohei Ishiguro, Takahiro Kawakoshi

    Writer: N/A

  • Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
    8.0/10770 votes

    #12 - Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 1/9/2015

    School's over and Summer break has begun, as long as you're not in Summer School. For Kousei and Kaori though there's not break yet, as they have to prepare for the Gala Concert. Tsubaki though just wants to spend whatever time she can with her friends, as the future is so uncertain. Can Saki help Kousei hear the music?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Love's Sorrow
    9.1/101,017 votes

    #13 - Love's Sorrow

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 1/16/2015

    Kousei has taken the stage at the Gala Concert. Endeavoring to put on a performance without Kaori. This is his chance to prove his abilities as a pianist and try to come to terms with the memory of his mother.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Footsteps
    8.5/10845 votes

    #14 - Footsteps

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 1/23/2015

    Kousei, Tsubaki and Watari visit Kaori in the hospital, but she insists everything is fine. Tsubaki reflects on her past with Kousei and considers if she has romantic feelings for him. Meanwhile, Kousei makes an important decision about his future.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Liar
    8.1/10786 votes

    #15 - Liar

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 1/30/2015

    Tsubaki is frustrated as she sees her friends moving forward, afraid that she might be left behind. Kousei finds it difficult to keep visiting Kaori in the hospital. Hiroko comes across a promising young talent.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Two of a Kind
    8.1/10767 votes

    #16 - Two of a Kind

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 2/6/2015

    Kousei's concerns for Kaori temporarily subside as he runs into her on the street and they go shopping. Nagi can't take the harsh criticism she receives with Kousei as her piano teacher.

    Director: Miyuki Kuroki

    Writer: N/A

  • Twilight
    7.8/10757 votes

    #17 - Twilight

    Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 2/13/2015

    Nagi is feeling the pressure of her upcoming performance, and is struggling to deal with it. But as she learns, every performer goes through the same emotions.

    Director: Ayako Kono

    Writer: N/A

  • Hearts Come Together
    8.7/10854 votes

    #18 - Hearts Come Together

    Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 2/20/2015

    Nagi and Kousei finally take the stage. Despite acting as Nagi's support during their performance, Kousei challenges Nagi to reach her full potential.

    Director: Toshimasa Ishii

    Writer: N/A

  • Goodbye, Hero
    8.2/10787 votes

    #19 - Goodbye, Hero

    Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 2/27/2015

    After Nagi and Kousei's performance Takeshi is pumped. It's his turn to take the stage. What will his music say about himself? What will he convey to the audience?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Hand in Hand
    8.9/10896 votes

    #20 - Hand in Hand

    Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 3/6/2015

    Unable to come to grips with the idea that Kousei has feelings for Kaori, Tsubaki lashes out. Kousei, meanwhile, continues to avoid visiting Kaori in the hospital.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Snow
    9.1/101,046 votes

    #21 - Snow

    Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 3/13/2015

    Kousei breaks down and stops playing piano after he witnesses Kaori's health waning. The Eastern Japan Piano Competition continues.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Spring Wind
    9.7/102,861 votes

    #22 - Spring Wind

    Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 3/20/2015

    Knowing her time is limited, Kaori undergoes a risky operation, hoping to have the chance to play with Kousei on stage one more time.

    Director: Kyohei Ishiguro, Miyuki Kuroki

    Writer: N/A