Original
04/09/2011 - 06/25/2011 Finished
Sekai Ichi Hatsukoi - World's Greatest First Love (Sekaiichi Hatsukoi)
Also known as: 世界一初恋 TV
Literary editor Ritsu Onodera quits his father's publishing company to forge his own path, only to land in Marukawa's manga department under the intense editor-in-chief Masamune Takano. To Ritsu's shock, Takano is his high school sweetheart whose heartbreak once closed him off from love entirely. Reunited and reestablishing their bond, Takano is determined to make Ritsu confess his feelings once more. The series weaves together three couples whose first loves blossom within the competitive manga industry.
24
Total episodes
24
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 24 Filler episodes · 0
Watch on: Crunchyroll
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Sekaiichi Hatsukoi has no filler episodes: all 24 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
24 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | First impressions are the most lasting.04/09/2011 | 04/09/2011 | Canon |
| 2 | A man has free choice to begin love but not to end it.04/16/2011 | 04/16/2011 | Canon |
| 3 | In love there is both dotage and discretion.04/23/2011 | 04/23/2011 | Canon |
| 4 | Adversity makes a man wise.04/30/2011 | 04/30/2011 | Canon |
| 5 | Love is lawless.05/07/2011 | 05/07/2011 | Canon |
| 6 | Go to the sea, if you would fish well.05/14/2011 | 05/14/2011 | Canon |
| 7 | Coming events cast their shadows before them.05/21/2011 | 05/21/2011 | Canon |
| 8 | Looks breed love.05/28/2011 | 05/28/2011 | Canon |
| 9 | The die is cast.06/04/2011 | 06/04/2011 | Canon |
| 10 | Absence makes the heart grow fonder.06/11/2011 | 06/11/2011 | Canon |
| 11 | It never rains but it pours.06/18/2011 | 06/18/2011 | Canon |
| 12 | After a storm comes a calm.06/25/2011 | 06/25/2011 | Canon |
| 13 | A good beginning makes a good ending.— | — | Canon |
| 14 | One cannot love and be wise— | — | Canon |
| 15 | Lingering love breeds mistake.— | — | Canon |
| 16 | Delay in love is dangerous— | — | Canon |
| 17 | Follow love and it will flee thee, flee love and it will follow thee.— | — | Canon |
| 18 | Love is without reason.— | — | Canon |
| 19 | Actions speak louder than words— | — | Canon |
| 20 | Love and envy make a man pine— | — | Canon |
| 21 | Love is blind— | — | Canon |
| 22 | Love goes never without fear— | — | Canon |
| 23 | Love makes the world go round— | — | Canon |
| 24 | Love is bitter-sweet— | — | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Sekaiichi Hatsukoi have?
Sekaiichi Hatsukoi is season 1 of 2 in the franchise: Sekaiichi Hatsukoi and Sekaiichi Hatsukoi 2. All of them have finished airing.
How many episodes does Sekaiichi Hatsukoi have?
This page covers 24 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 48 episodes in total.
What is the best order to watch Sekaiichi Hatsukoi?
It is recommended to watch Sekaiichi Hatsukoi 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 Sekaiichi Hatsukoi online?
Sekaiichi Hatsukoi is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll. 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: Crunchyroll
Is Sekaiichi Hatsukoi a complete anime?
Yes, Sekaiichi Hatsukoi is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
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