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The Best Episodes of Yukikaze Season 1

Every episode of Yukikaze Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Yukikaze Season 1!

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Thirty-three years ago, an alien force known as the "JAM" invaded Earth through a dimensional portal over Antarctica. Earth’s forces managed to drive the JAM away to a distant planet designated as "Fairy." While the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Yukikaze Season 1 Episode 1 - Operation 1
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Operation 1

    S1:E1

    The story begins with footage of the 30 year war, and all the hardships mankind has had with the alien prescense known as "the Jam." We are now shown a group of jets engaging the Jam in a ariel battle. Enter Rei Fukai, a young pilot who gets the honor of flying Yukikaze. On their way back to base, Rei and his co-pilot encounter another jet fighter, it appears to be one of their own, but Yukikaze gives the order that it’s an enemy. Rei shoots it down. Upon his arrival, he is scolded by his superior, and friend, James. He is brought before the commanding officiers and he explains to them how Yukikaze recvealed it to be a Jam. On their way home, James tries to comfort Rei. The next day James takes Rei out for a little relaxation. He tells him stories about how far along Rei has come. Rei seems to be a little cheered up now. The next morning James discusses Yukikaze with his general, Lynn. Later that day Rei and his co-pilot are sent off on a mission…

    Director:Masahiko Okura
    Writers:Hiroshi Yamaguchi, Masahiko Okura, Shin Kibayashi

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  2. Yukikaze Season 1 Episode 2 - Operation 2
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #2 - Operation 2

    S1:E2

    James and an injured Rei watch as the rebuilt Yukikaze takes off for a test run. James informs the general about the successful test flight of the new Yukikaze, but at the same time the entire control tower team seems to be dissapointed in Rei’s previous actions. Elsewhere a dog fight with the Jam is taking place. The auto-piloted Yukikaze destroys the Jam fighter. Unknowingly, Rei is controlling Yukikaze with his mind. He sub-consciously makes Yukikaze attack the landing field back at the base. Later that night, James and the general discuss how Rei doesn’t remember a thing and thought it was just a bad dream. They also discuss how Yukikaze could possibly be linked with him like this. Later Rei meets with a doctor who is against him ever piloting Yukikaze again.. Enraged Rei walks out on her. The next day James goes over the improvements made on Yukikaze with Rei. He informs Rei on his mission for the next day. A team goes out the next morning with Rei piloting the Yukikaze…

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Yukikaze Season 1 Episode 3 - Operation 3
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Operation 3

    S1:E3

    The flying fortess Banshee has been taken over by the JAM. Rei is sent to investigate and try to regain control, but it may prove to be too much for him to handle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Yukikaze Season 1 Episode 4 - Operation 4
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Operation 4

    S1:E4

    Rei and James head to Earth for a field test of an engine model, but are interrupted by 3 JAM planes that followed them. Seeing the ineptness of the Japanese Navy, Rei and James must deal with them. While meeting with the navy officials, they meet the writer Lynn Jackson. Their return trip is interrupted as well…but by whom?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Yukikaze Season 1 Episode 5 - Operation 5
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Operation 5

    S1:E5

    It’s time for pest control. As the end draws near, the SAF go about exterminating all the JAM Human Clones. However, there way back home is blocked by the entire JAM fleet. Can they find the strenght needed to push thru and make it home, or will sacrifices be made?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Operation 1" is the best rated episode of "Yukikaze" season 1. It scored 7/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Masahiko Okura and written by Hiroshi Yamaguchi, Masahiko Okura, Shin Kibayashi, it aired on 8/25/2002. This episode is rated 7.0 points higher than the second-best, "Operation 2".