01/07/2018 - 03/25/2018 Finished
Slow Start (スロウスタート)
Hana Ichinose, a 17-year-old high school student who is not only introverted, but also insecure and timid, has just moved and will be attending a new school. To make her situation more difficult, Hana is a "slow start," which means that she missed a year and worries about attending a class where everyone is younger than her. During her introduction, the teacher reveals it is Hana's birthday, which gives her the jumping-off point to meet three of her classmates: Tamate Momochi, a charismatic and extroverted girl; Kanmuri Sengoku, who is shy and small; and the popular and pretty Eiko Tokura. Not wanting to lose the chance to make new friends, Hana's interactions with these three mark the beginning of some beautiful relationships that will change her life.
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 12 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Slow Start 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! Slow Start 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 Slow Start aired in 2018 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 Slow Start is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Slow Start 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 | The First Butterflies01/07/2018 | 01/07/2018 | Canon |
| 2 | Exercise Wears Me Out01/14/2018 | 01/14/2018 | Canon |
| 3 | Teardrops are Falling01/21/2018 | 01/21/2018 | Canon |
| 4 | The Premium Tournament on the Second Floor01/28/2018 | 01/28/2018 | Canon |
| 5 | Kamuri’s Fluffy02/04/2018 | 02/04/2018 | Canon |
| 6 | Sliminess of an Eel02/11/2018 | 02/11/2018 | Canon |
| 7 | Cuffed Wrists02/18/2018 | 02/18/2018 | Canon |
| 8 | Hana's Friends02/25/2018 | 02/25/2018 | Canon |
| 9 | Gorilla in a Swimsuit03/04/2018 | 03/04/2018 | Canon |
| 10 | The Shark's Cousin03/11/2018 | 03/11/2018 | Canon |
| 11 | Tomato Festival03/18/2018 | 03/18/2018 | Canon |
| 12 | Starting Slow03/25/2018 | 03/25/2018 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Slow Start have?
Slow Start 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 Slow Start have?
In total, Slow Start 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 Slow Start?
It is recommended to watch Slow Start 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 Slow Start online?
Slow Start is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Slow Start a complete anime?
Yes, Slow Start 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 Slow Start have?
No, Slow Start 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.
Where can I see Slow Start's score and reviews on MyAnimeList?
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