Ainori Love Wagon: Asian Journey
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Seasons | 2
Episodes | 44
avg.Runtime | min
First EP | 2017-10-26
Last EP | 2019-03-28
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Seven men and women board a pink bus in search of true love. On a journey through Asia with strangers, their goal is to return to Japan as a couple.
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Season List
season 1 || Season 1
Relesed on | 2017-10-26
1
A New Journey Begins
2017-10-26
The love bus rolls into Vietnam for the start of the trip, with female members Yume-chin, Depparin and Asuka joining the guys in Ho Chi Minh City.
2
Battle of the Sexes
2017-11-02
Yumechin and Taka hit it off at the beach, but their time at the night market doesn't go so well. Depparin starts to have feelings for someone.
3
The Lotus Flower
2017-11-09
The group visits the home of a local family, prompting a discussion about happiness. Asuka seems troubled, while Taka gets advice from Depparin.
4
Written on Petals
2017-11-16
With the Love Wagon still rolling through Vietnam, Taka prepares a present for Yumechin. Then he decides to ask her a very important question.
5
The Smiling Country
2017-11-23
ShyBoy joins the group as they tour Myanmar and learn about the culture of not getting angry. Depparin and Asuka both have their eyes on Yuchan.
6
Say That To My Face!
2017-11-30
A stray remark from Hatomune devastates Yumechin's confidence, giving Asuka a chance. With stress building up, Depparin gets angry at the staff.
7
Robot
2017-12-07
The day after the argument, Depparin talks with Hatomune, Yuchan and the staff. Everyone decides to make a fresh start on their journey together.
8
Saving Lives
2017-12-14
The love wagon rolls into Mandalay to meet Dr. Yoshioka, who's dedicated his life to providing medical care to children, and to discuss "happiness."
9
Over the Rainbow
2017-12-21
Yumechin makes a confession to Hatomune, who has one night to decide his response. Then the love bus rolls into the next country: Taiwan.
10
The Sky Lanterns
2017-12-28
Smitten at first sight, ShyBoy begins spending time with Kasuga. Depparin struggles with the clueless Yuchan, while Hatomune spends time with Asuka.
11
A Harsh Wind Blows
2018-01-04
Hatomune confesses, then waits for an answer from Asuka. The staff have a surprising announcement for the remaining members.
12
The Moon Above
2018-01-11
Overwhelmed by the fallout from her decision, Asuka has a close call one night. Depparin struggles to choose between Yuchan and Akira.
13
Sparkling Tears
2018-01-18
Depparin waits for an answer after making her confession. On the way to Thailand, one of the members vows to make a fresh start.
14
Time to Fight
2018-01-25
The group meets their new member Tom, who has a very unusual relationship status. Yuchan takes extreme measures to look manly.
15
The Fear in her Soul
2018-02-01
The group learns about gender expression in Thailand before visiting another orphanage. ShyBoy worries about Kasuga hitting it off with Tom.
16
Mama
2018-02-08
ShyBoy shows off for Kasuga in various ways, including singing and playing the guitar. His lyrics inspire Asuka to make a decision.
17
True Confession
2018-02-15
After Asuka's confession, Yuchan decides to make a declaration of his own, and everyone waits for Asuka's reply. Then it's on to Malaysia!
18
You Lied
2018-02-22
The group gets to know new member, Shacho. They then talk to a family of Japanese expats about life in Malaysia. ShyBoy learns something disturbing.
19
Broken
2018-03-01
Kanya has her eyes on Shacho, but Tom's life story intrigues her. Kasuga and ShyBoy wonder what to do about their relationship, but can't decide.
20
Love Wagon of Tears
2018-03-08
Shacho takes Kanya on a nighttime boat ride, but fails to foil her interest in Tom. ShyBoy tries to make things right with Kasuga.
21
Shy Boy
2018-03-15
After talking over his worries with Shacho, ShyBoy finally tells Kasuga how he feels. The next day, he waits in the pouring rain for her answer.
22
The Shape of Love
2018-03-22
The Love Wagon makes its final stop in Singapore, where Shacho decides to confess. After they return to Tokyo, one more surprise awaits.
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