Masaki Kajishima
Director
Ai: Tenchi Muyo! (2014)
Season 1
In this story, the world is in chaos, thanks to Washu. Now in order to save it, Tenchi Masaki must go undercover as a student teacher at an all-girls school. Unfortunately for him, trouble always comes his way as he has a hard time dealing with the hijinks of his new students.
Released Oct. 6, 2014
Episode 4 min
14+
Genres: Animation, Anime, Comedy, Science Fiction, Short
Keywords: tmdb.short-film, tmdb.anime, tmdb.undercover, tmdb.teacher, tmdb.disguise, tmdb.teaching, tmdb.school-life + 5 more, tmdb.undercover-investigation, imdb.anime-animation, tmdb.based-on-manga, mdblist.anime-dub, imdb.hand-drawn-animation
Watch Providers: Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel
Production Companies: Anime International Company, AIC PLUS+
Network: Tokyo MX
S1E1 - Tenchi's Arrival
Tenchi is lost in the wooded mountain outside Junai Academy and has violent encounters with the main characters of the series there before he is able to arrive. Ukan Kurihara introduces him to the class where he will be the student teacher. All primary characters who are high school student are conveniently members of this single class.
Oct. 6, 2014, midnight
S1E2 - Orientation
Momo Kawanagare, the Student Council President, gives Tenchi a tour of the school. The council's Vice President, Treasurer and Auditor Hana Saryu, Touri Fueyama, and Hachiko. The latter three strip, tie, and gag Tenchi and take out torture devices in an effort to "question" him.
Oct. 7, 2014, midnight
S1E3 - Tenchi Departs
In the show's first flashback, Washu explains to Tenchi that two people got caught in a dimensional warp during her experiments and she needs him to return them to their previous location for her. He is sent back in time and quickly "finds" a child Momo and they use his phone to look for her partner.
Oct. 8, 2014, midnight
S1E4 - Looking Back Part 1
A summary of episodes 1 to 4
Oct. 9, 2014, midnight
S1E5 - Underground Unrest
Tenchi escapes the student council and, while looking for a place to put his clothes back on, finds himself in the old school building and ends up being caught by the president, vice president, and bodyguard of the Science Club, Yuki Fuka, Rui Aoi, and Beni Kinojyou. They also tie, gag, and strip him.
Oct. 13, 2014, midnight
S1E6 - Dodging a Bullet
Following a tracker hidden on Tenchi, the council interrupts the Science Club and discover the large excavation project under the building. Tenchi protects Momo as a cave-in occurs and they all have to flee.
Oct. 14, 2014, midnight
S1E7 - One Day Down
Tenchi returns to the simple Inn that Tenchi is sharing with Sasami, Ayeka, and Ryoko. They pledge their support in helping Tenchi with his task. Washu sends a box of armor and charms she says he'll need for the job.
Oct. 15, 2014, midnight
S1E8 - Tenchi Encounter
In an episode that heavily references the story of Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto, Tenchi and Momo encounter Inukai Takeru, Sasa Morihiko, and Tome Tamaomi (retainers of the Emperor's prince in the original story), who resemble Hachiko, Touri, and Hana. While Tenchi continues their search, they come along, in search of a monster ravaging the area. They discover and have a short battle with a Ryoko (the monster) that doesn't recognize Tenchi. First Class Detective Mihoshi arrives in a battle suit to arrest her. (In the original story, the prince and the three retainers defeat an Oni).
Oct. 16, 2014, midnight
S1E9 - Festival Preparation
Tenchi tries to negotiate between the Science Club who are begging for funds from the council, who says they are misappropriating the money they have gotten. Ukan tells him teachs can't interfere.
Oct. 20, 2014, midnight
S1E10 - Looking Back Part 2
A summary of episodes 6 to 9
Oct. 21, 2014, midnight
S1E11 - Walking the Maze
This episode features prominent references to Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark. Tenchi and Hachiko wander a cavernous warehouse full of booby-traps to gather resources for the upcoming Cultural Festival. According to Hachiko, a guidebook is needed to navigate it. The Science Club follows them and immediately get lost and end up running for their lives from a giant rolling iron ball. Tenchi and Hachiko also have to run and lose the guidebook.
Oct. 22, 2014, midnight
S1E12 - Stuck Together
Tenchi amd Hachiko have to team with Beni to find their way out of the warehouse. When Beni tries to smash her way out, she activates the robot Goriki, which starts attacking them. Hachiko's wooden sword is broken, which reduces her to a crying mess.
Oct. 23, 2014, midnight
S1E13 - Break Right Through
Beni and Hachiko temporarily cured by using a broom for a weapon) can't defeat Goriki and Tenchi is forced to take it down with the Tenchi-ken. A dazed Beni is hazily aware of the extreme power he shows in the battle. Everyone finds their way out. Yuki and Rui run off with a cart full of "borrowed" supplies for the festival.
Oct. 22, 2014, midnight
S1E14 - Slip of the Tongue
Hachiko and Kinojo may be strong, but they're not the best pair to be stuck in a labyrinth with.
Oct. 23, 2014, midnight
S1E15 - Looking Back Part 3
A summary of episodes 11 to 14
Oct. 29, 2014, midnight
S1E16 - Tenchi's Discovery
After witnessing an abrupt end to a pitched battle, Tenchi and young Momo start to draw closer to their goal.
Oct. 27, 2014, midnight
S1E17 - The Festival Begins
Looks like the school is getting a new transfer student. Meanwhile, Ryoko puts on a masterclass in cooking.
Oct. 28, 2014, midnight
S1E18 - Tenchi's Kiss
A massive misunderstanding and flare-up of egos lands Tenchi in an unexpected, yet major role in Hachiko's play.
Oct. 29, 2014, midnight
S1E19 - Tenchi's Metamorphosis
That's "Mr. Tenchi" to you! Our ponytailed hero braves treacherous nature and bewildering encounters en route to his new gig: assistant teacher at an all-girls' high school.
Oct. 30, 2014, midnight
S1E20 - Looking Back Part 4
A summary of episodes 16 to 19
Nov. 6, 2014, midnight
S1E21 - Banquet of Beauty
The Student Council and the Science Club light up the runway; The group learn that beauty is a game for the grown-ups.
Nov. 10, 2014, midnight
S1E22 - Calm before the Storm
A massive flare-up of egos lands Tenchi in an unexpected, major role in Hachiko's play.
Nov. 4, 2014, midnight
S1E23 - The Opening Announcement
The Student Council gets psyched up for Sports Day; Ms. Kurihara's explanation raises the stakes for the clubs, and even more so for Tenchi.
Nov. 5, 2014, midnight
S1E24 - Obstacle Course
Goriki makes an appearance, throwing the first challenge into disarray and the Student Council still has teamwork on their side.
Nov. 6, 2014, midnight
S1E25 - Looking Back Part 5
A summary of episodes 21 to 24
Nov. 17, 2014, midnight
S1E26 - Mounted Battle
Goriki's not out of the running yet, and in the second challenge, the Science Club aims to settle the score.
Nov. 10, 2014, midnight
S1E27 - Battle of the Buns
After things wind down, Saryu comes by with an unusual request. The school's factions prepare for a new challenge.
Nov. 11, 2014, midnight
S1E28 - Super-Overtime
Tenchi and Momo share a moment of admiration, but it sounds like our hero may be in for more trouble tomorrow.
Nov. 12, 2014, midnight
S1E29 - Dorm Duty Begins
Goriki makes an appearance, throwing the first challenge into disarray. But the Student Council still has teamwork on their side.
Nov. 13, 2014, midnight
S1E30 - Looking Back Part 6
A summary of episodes 26 to 29
Nov. 25, 2014, midnight
S1E31 - Shrouded in Steam
A small misunderstanding escalates into a big pinch, forcing Momo to run for cover as Tenchi overhears a startling truth
Nov. 17, 2014, midnight
S1E32 - A Disturbing Dinner
In a clandestine ramen meet-up, Tenchi finds out Kinojo has a lot going on under the surface, as does the Science Club's dorm room.
Nov. 18, 2014, midnight
S1E33 - Tenchi's Rescue
Young Momo's link to Kinojo becomes crystal clear at last, and Tenchi attempts to restore order to the past.
Nov. 19, 2014, midnight
S1E34 - Meeting on the Roof
Kinojo and Tenchi have a frank and fraught heart-to-heart as they both count on Momo to save the day.
Nov. 20, 2014, midnight
S1E35 - Looking Back Part 7
A summary of episodes 31 to 34
Dec. 3, 2014, midnight
S1E36 - Courtyard Cookout
A heartfelt cookout to convey sympathy for Tenchi transforms into a day of truce and relaxation for everyone involved.
Nov. 24, 2014, midnight
S1E37 - Mr. Tenchi Begins
Tenchi arrives back in the present with some loose ends to tie up; Tenchi and Washu plan out a mission that brings the story full circle.
Nov. 25, 2014, midnight
S1E38 - Tenchi Taken Captive
Washu and the Science Club stand tall against the attackers. Momo and Kinojo finally find an answer they've both been seeking.
Nov. 26, 2014, midnight
S1E39 - Strange Traces
Tenchi gets an interesting clue about the Science Club's intentions, but the Student Council smells danger.
Nov. 27, 2014, midnight
S1E40 - Looking Back Part 8
A summary of episodes 36 to 39
Dec. 11, 2014, midnight
S1E41 - Clash in the Ruins
The Science Club and their new allies square off with the Student Council to buy time as Tenchi goes treasure hunting.
Dec. 15, 2014, midnight
S1E42 - The Decision
Kinojo and Tenchi have a frank and fraught heart-to-heart. Count on Momo to step in and save the day... Or to try, anyway.
Dec. 2, 2014, midnight
S1E43 - Gathering Storm
As Tenchi and the others regroup with the Student Council, the Science Club finds a new mission and Ms Kurihara intercepts a telling communication.
Dec. 3, 2014, midnight
S1E44 - Declaration of War
Tenchi's friends hold a barbecue with the Student Council and invite the Science Club to party with them as well.
Dec. 4, 2014, midnight
S1E45 - Looking Back Part 9
A summary of episodes 41 to 44
Dec. 19, 2014, midnight
S1E46 - The Corruption Scandal
The event that leads to the start of this series and how Tenchi became a teacher trainee
Dec. 8, 2014, midnight
S1E47 - Search and Seizure
The Science Club asks for Tenchi and his friends help looking for the treasure that they are so eager to find.
Dec. 9, 2014, midnight
S1E48 - The Scandal Breaks
Upon meeting Mihoshi, Tenchi and the others learn more about the current situation, but certain that they were abducted by the Science Club, the Student Council launches an attack to rescue them.
Dec. 10, 2014, midnight
S1E49 - The Big Showdown
The intense showdown for the presidency gets underway; Momo decides that she won't let Fuka drag her down.
Dec. 11, 2014, midnight
S1E50 - Looking Back Part 10
A summary of episodes 46 to 49
Dec. 26, 2014, midnight
S1E51 - Breakdown of Trust
Ryoko and Ayeka confront the Student Council while the rest of the gang help the Science Club look for the treasure they are seeking.
Dec. 15, 2014, midnight
S1E52 - Demons Descend
Upon finding the treasure, Tenchi discovers that not only it, but Momo and Beni as well are somehow connected to his mission
Dec. 16, 2014, midnight
S1E53 - Showdown in the Ruins
As Tenchi and the others regroup with the Student Council, the Science Club finds a new mission. Ms. Kurihara intercepts a telling communication.
Dec. 29, 2014, midnight
S1E54 - Bombarded
Galactic forces have their eye on what's happening on Earth. As for the Student Council and the Science Club, all's fair in love and elections.
Dec. 18, 2014, midnight
S1E55 - Karmic Encounter
Momo faces the hardest decision of her life, while Washu squares off with old adversaries in a battle of wits.
Dec. 19, 2014, midnight
S1E56 - Adrift
Ethics go out the window as the Science Club campaign makes the most of its guile and technology.
Dec. 22, 2014, midnight
S1E57 - Asunder
Tenchi continues to chase after shadows, while Washu and her very reluctant adversaries strive for a deal.
Dec. 23, 2014, midnight
S1E58 - Over and Over
Even in the face of disastrous consequences, Momo refuses to run or hide. In a rooftop heart-to-heart, she tells Tenchi what drives her.
Dec. 24, 2014, midnight
S1E59 - One and Only
Tenchi's dimensional dance winds down and the path to fixing what's been broken is clear, but it demands one brave sacrifice.
Dec. 25, 2014, midnight
S1E60 - Once in a Lifetime
For Tenchi and his friends, even the students of Junai, some things never really change, even when everything does.
Dec. 26, 2014, midnight
Network: Tokyo MX
Episode Runtime: 4 min.
Season Runtime: 240 min.
Released: Oct. 6, 2014
Last Air Date: Dec. 29, 2014, midnight
Status: Canceled
Certification: TV-14 / 14+
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