Lamune · Episode 9: The Distance Between the two and A Ramune Bottle
The Distance Between the two and A Ramune Bottle
2005-12-0625 min
When Hiromi and Kenji were kids, Kenji traded Hiromi a bottle of lamune for her blue hairpin. Before giving the bottle to her, Kenji took a drink from it, making it where he and Hiromi shared an indirect kiss. Ever since then Hiromi has cherished the bottle. What will she do when the bottle is broken?
1The Hermit Crab and the Straw Hat2005-10-1125 minWhen Kenji Tomosaka moved to a new coastal town, many years ago, he met a girl on the beach who is playing with some hermit crabs. She runs away crying after Kenji puts a crab on her head. When he gets back to his new home he finds out the girl is his next door neighbor and that his and her balcony are close enough he could jump from one to the other. In the present time Kenji wakes up after a strange dream then heads over to wake up Nanami Konoe. He finds her lying in the space between her bed and her wall and helps her out of it. Now begins the story of these two close childhood friends.2The Summer Field and the `Nanami Special`2005-10-1825 minBack when Kenji and Nanami were young, they played on the beach and had a lot of fun. Back in the now, a small conversation between Sakura and Kenji leaves Nanami angry at him, but they end up on good terms again, with some help from Nanami's mother. They then head to Nanami's field, and work a bit there whilst talking about the past.3Little Itoko and Fireworks2005-10-2525 minIn a flashback, we see the first time Nanami took Kenji to her field outside the town. Back in the now, Kenji's cousin Hikari is visiting; she is staying there during summer vacation. In the evening the very same day, Kenji, Nanami, Suzuka, Hikari and Hatano enjoy themselves with fireworks.4The School Council President and her Reward2005-11-0125 minThis episode focuses mostly on Tae. She is taking care of her younger siblings, and has done so a long time, as revealed by a flashback. On top of that, she is also a member of the Student Council, and she is arranging a plan for cleaning up around the town. Most of the main cast volunteer for this, and they all enjoy a day of cleaning up around town.5Starry Sky and Telescope2005-11-0825 minWhen Suzuka and Kenji were kids, they tried to watch a meteor shower, but could not because of where they lived. They decided to make a promise to try and watch again after they moved. In the present, another meteor shower is coming up and Suzuka hears what seems to be Kenji wanting to break their promise.63 people and 2 pearls2005-11-1525 minWhen Kenji, Nanami, and Hikari were kids, they found an oyster with 2 pearls in it. It was decided that Hikari would keep the pearls since there were only two of them. Back in the present, Hikari has enrolled in Kenji's school, causing trouble for him. On top of that, she has begun diving more, but what is she looking for?7Biker Girl and Part-Time Job2005-11-2225 minWhen Misora Ayukawa's bike breaks down, she ends up staying at Kenji's. Although he tries to fix her bike, he ends up making things worse and his father has to fix his screw ups. The next day, Kenji tries to help her find a part time job, but has very little success. Later Kenji tries to apologize to an upset Nanami.8The bond between the two and swaying feelings2005-11-2925 minKenji is asked by Tae to meet her alone after school, but when he goes to meet her, he finds Hiromi instead. Later Nanami asks Kenji what happened, but Kenji doesn't tell her anything. As the class goes on the their trip, Kenji ends up spending more time with Hiromi than Nanami.9The Distance Between the two and A Ramune Bottle2005-12-0625 minWhen Hiromi and Kenji were kids, Kenji traded Hiromi a bottle of lamune for her blue hairpin. Before giving the bottle to her, Kenji took a drink from it, making it where he and Hiromi shared an indirect kiss. Ever since then Hiromi has cherished the bottle. What will she do when the bottle is broken?10The Folk Dance and Overlapping Hearts2005-12-1325 minKenji and Nanami decide to go on a date around the town. Although they have a good time, the bike breaks down on them, stranding them at an inn. Deciding to break the awkwardness of having to share a room, Kenji and Nanami go down to the lake. There Nanami confesses her feelings for Kenji, but will Kenji accept them?11The Typhoon Night and The End of Summer2005-12-2025 minYears ago a typhoon hit and Kenji jumped the gap between his and Nanami's house to comfort Nanami. In the present another typhoon has hit and instead of Kenji going to Nanami, Nanami comes to him. But when Nanami collapses due to stomach pain, Kenji must pull a buggy through the typhoon to get Nanami to the hospital.12100 Loans and 100 Debts2005-12-2725 minRefusing to go to school, Nanami stays by Kenji's side. But no matter how much Nanami wants Kenji to wake up, he still remains in his comatose state. As the seasons pass, everyone starts moving on in their own way. Eventually Nanami returns to school, but continues to visit Kenji everyday.
Lamune★ 63%Synopsis
Lamune tells the story of a boy named Kenji and his childhood friend Nanami. Although, everyone seems to know that they have a relationship, neither are determined to push it anymore than close friends. The story goes through flashbacks, explaining why they are such close friends and any action doesn't seem to push them apart, but draw them closer. (Source: Anime News Network)Note: Later rebroadcasts included short additional scenes that were first released in the DVD volumes.
Characters & Voice Actors
Nanami KonoeMain
Yuuko GotouJP
Kenji TomosakaMain
Kishou TaniyamaJP
Kenryu TomosakaSupporting
Takashi NagasakoJP
HatanoSupporting
Shintarou OohataJP
Misora AyukawaSupporting
Ryouko ShintaniJP
Kagami KonoeSupporting
Erika NarumiJP
Hikari NakazatoSupporting
Akane TomonagaJP
Hiromi SakuraSupporting
Hiroko TaguchiJP
Tae IsawaSupporting
Natsumi YanaseJP
Suzuka TomosakaSupporting
Mikako SatoJP
Danshi Seito ASupporting
Shinnosuke TachibanaJP
Staff
Ayumi MurataTheme Song Performance (ED1)
Hiromi SatouTheme Song Performance (ED2)
Hitoshi FujimaTheme Song Composition (ED2)
Hitoshi FujimaTheme Song Arrangement (ED2)
Akira TakataKey Animation (ep 12)
Takamitsu KounoSeries Composition
Yuugo KannoTheme Song Arrangement (OP)
Saburou OomiyaProducer
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