07/02/2016 - 09/17/2016 Finished
Hatsukoi Monster (初恋モンスター)
Also known as: First Love Monster
Freshman Kaho Nikaidou is from an influential family, and as such, no one has ever said anything even remotely mean to her, for fear of incurring her household's wrath. Wishing to be around people who will not treat her as special because of her background, she leaves home to live at a dormitory for her new school year. Shortly after arriving, Kaho accidentally wanders into traffic and is saved by a tall, handsome stranger. When she asks for his name, he tells her she is weird and walks away. Having finally met the only person to ever say an unkind word to her, Kaho falls head over heels for her savior. After meeting her rescuer yet again and discovering that his name is Kanade Takahashi, she confesses her love to him. Kanade says he would like for them to be a couple, but that Kaho may not want to date him after she finds out his secret. To her shock, Kaho discovers the startling truth: Kanade is a fifth grader! Deciding that she can't date a fifth grader, Kaho intends to break up with him. But as she spends more time with Kanade, she begins to care for him even more and continues dating him. Hatsukoi Monster follows Kaho's first steps into love with Kanade, her immature, yet kind, fifth grade boyfriend.
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Canon episodes · 12 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Hatsukoi Monster has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Hatsukoi Monster doesn't have a single filler episode: all 12 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 12 episodes of Hatsukoi Monster aired in 2016 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Hatsukoi Monster is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Hatsukoi Monster episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
12 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | So: I'm in Primary School. What Now?07/02/2016 | 07/02/2016 | Canon |
| 2 | Ah, Kasumi House07/09/2016 | 07/09/2016 | Canon |
| 3 | It's My First07/16/2016 | 07/16/2016 | Canon |
| 4 | Sought-After Undies07/23/2016 | 07/23/2016 | Canon |
| 5 | I Know--To the Bath House!07/30/2016 | 07/30/2016 | Canon |
| 6 | Hula-Hoop Hullabaloo08/06/2016 | 08/06/2016 | Canon |
| 7 | Sending My Feelings... (To the Bathroom)08/13/2016 | 08/13/2016 | Canon |
| 8 | Kanade's Telephone Helpline08/20/2016 | 08/20/2016 | Canon |
| 9 | A Hushed and Crabby Love Song08/27/2016 | 08/27/2016 | Canon |
| 10 | A Proper Rom-Com For Once09/03/2016 | 09/03/2016 | Canon |
| 11 | No Peeking! Kanade's Secret Diary09/10/2016 | 09/10/2016 | Canon |
| 12 | Adorable/Abnormable09/17/2016 | 09/17/2016 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Hatsukoi Monster have?
Hatsukoi Monster has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Hatsukoi Monster have?
In total, Hatsukoi Monster has 12 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Hatsukoi Monster?
It is recommended to watch Hatsukoi Monster in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Hatsukoi Monster online?
Hatsukoi Monster is available on the following streaming platforms: Animation Digital Network. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Watch on: Animation Digital Network
Is Hatsukoi Monster a complete anime?
Yes, Hatsukoi Monster is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Hatsukoi Monster have?
No, Hatsukoi Monster does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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