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Sekaiichi Hatsukoi
04/09/2011 - 06/25/2011 Finished

Sekaiichi Hatsukoi (世界一初恋 TV)

Also known as: Sekai Ichi Hatsukoi - World's Greatest First Love

After having to deal with jealousy from his co-workers for working under his father's name, prideful literary editor Ritsu Onodera is determined to establish himself in the industry. To accomplish this, he quits his job at his father's publishing company and transfers to Marukawa Publishing. But instead of being placed in their literary division, Ritsu finds himself working as the rookie manga editor for the Emerald editing department, a team that operates under extremely tight schedules in order to meet deadlines. There, Ritsu is introduced to the infamous editor-in-chief Masamune Takano, a persistent man who strives for results. As it turns out, Takano is actually Ritsu's high school love, and it is the aftermath of that heartbreak has caused Ritsu's reluctance to fall in love again. Now with the two reunited after several years of separation, the reestablishment of their relationship is marked by Takano's vow to make Ritsu say that he loves him again. Sekaiichi Hatsukoi follows three couples that are interconnected within the manga industry, with each being subject to the budding of first love.

Total episodes

24

Filler episodes

0

% Filler

0.00%

Seasons and Sequels (2)

You may wonder, how many seasons does Sekaiichi Hatsukoi have? Well, currently Sekaiichi Hatsukoi has a total of 2 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.

Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.

Faithful Adaptation: 100% Canon - No Filler

Great news for this guide! Sekaiichi Hatsukoi is a completely faithful adaptation of the original manga that contains no filler episodes.

You can enjoy all 24 episodes in chronological order with the peace of mind knowing that each chapter is canonical content that contributes directly to the development of the main story and character arcs. You don't need to skip any episodes to live the complete and authentic experience of Sekaiichi Hatsukoi.

Episodes of Sekaiichi Hatsukoi (24)

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# Episodes Type
1
First impressions are the most lasting.
CANON
2
A man has free choice to begin love but not to end it.
CANON
3
In love there is both dotage and discretion.
CANON
4
Adversity makes a man wise.
CANON
5
Love is lawless.
CANON
6
Go to the sea, if you would fish well.
CANON
7
Coming events cast their shadows before them.
CANON
8
Looks breed love.
CANON
9
The die is cast.
CANON
10
Absence makes the heart grow fonder.
CANON
11
It never rains but it pours.
CANON
12
After a storm comes a calm.
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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