7.6/101,027 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
8.1/10918 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
8.0/10874 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
9.0/101,160 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
7.8/10837 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
8.3/10853 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
7.8/10796 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
8.5/10851 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
8.9/10902 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
9.1/101,111 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
8.2/10811 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
8.0/10775 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
9.1/101,027 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
8.5/10851 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
8.1/10791 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
8.1/10772 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
7.8/10762 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
8.7/10859 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
8.2/10793 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
8.9/10904 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
9.1/101,054 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
9.7/102,890 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
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 1027 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".