Japan / SEASON

Season 1

60 listed episodes · First aired October 6, 2014

EPISODE GUIDE

Episodes

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E1Tenchi'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…

E2Orientation

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 …

E3Tenchi 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 tim…

E4Looking Back Part 1

A summary of episodes 1 to 4

E5Underground 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 Scie…

E6Dodging 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.

E7One 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.

E8Tenchi 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 …

E9Festival 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.

E10Looking Back Part 2

A summary of episodes 6 to 9

E11Walking 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. Ac…

E12Stuck 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, whic…

E13Break 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. E…

E14Slip of the Tongue

Hachiko and Kinojo may be strong, but they're not the best pair to be stuck in a labyrinth with.

E15Looking Back Part 3

A summary of episodes 11 to 14

E16Tenchi's Discovery

After witnessing an abrupt end to a pitched battle, Tenchi and young Momo start to draw closer to their goal.

E17The Festival Begins

Looks like the school is getting a new transfer student. Meanwhile, Ryoko puts on a masterclass in cooking.

E18Tenchi's Kiss

A massive misunderstanding and flare-up of egos lands Tenchi in an unexpected, yet major role in Hachiko's play.

E19Tenchi'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.

E20Looking Back Part 4

A summary of episodes 16 to 19

E21Banquet 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.

E22Calm before the Storm

A massive flare-up of egos lands Tenchi in an unexpected, major role in Hachiko's play.

E23The 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.

E24Obstacle Course

Goriki makes an appearance, throwing the first challenge into disarray and the Student Council still has teamwork on their side.

E25Looking Back Part 5

A summary of episodes 21 to 24

E26Mounted Battle

Goriki's not out of the running yet, and in the second challenge, the Science Club aims to settle the score.

E27Battle of the Buns

After things wind down, Saryu comes by with an unusual request. The school's factions prepare for a new challenge.

E28Super-Overtime

Tenchi and Momo share a moment of admiration, but it sounds like our hero may be in for more trouble tomorrow.

E29Dorm Duty Begins

Goriki makes an appearance, throwing the first challenge into disarray. But the Student Council still has teamwork on their side.

E30Looking Back Part 6

A summary of episodes 26 to 29

E31Shrouded in Steam

A small misunderstanding escalates into a big pinch, forcing Momo to run for cover as Tenchi overhears a startling truth

E32A 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.

E33Tenchi's Rescue

Young Momo's link to Kinojo becomes crystal clear at last, and Tenchi attempts to restore order to the past.

E34Meeting on the Roof

Kinojo and Tenchi have a frank and fraught heart-to-heart as they both count on Momo to save the day.

E35Looking Back Part 7

A summary of episodes 31 to 34

E36Courtyard Cookout

A heartfelt cookout to convey sympathy for Tenchi transforms into a day of truce and relaxation for everyone involved.

E37Mr. 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.

E38Tenchi Taken Captive

Washu and the Science Club stand tall against the attackers. Momo and Kinojo finally find an answer they've both been seeking.

E39Strange Traces

Tenchi gets an interesting clue about the Science Club's intentions, but the Student Council smells danger.

E40Looking Back Part 8

A summary of episodes 36 to 39

E41Clash in the Ruins

The Science Club and their new allies square off with the Student Council to buy time as Tenchi goes treasure hunting.

E42The 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.

E43Gathering 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.

E44Declaration of War

Tenchi's friends hold a barbecue with the Student Council and invite the Science Club to party with them as well.

E45Looking Back Part 9

A summary of episodes 41 to 44

E46The Corruption Scandal

The event that leads to the start of this series and how Tenchi became a teacher trainee

E47Search and Seizure

The Science Club asks for Tenchi and his friends help looking for the treasure that they are so eager to find.

E48The 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.

E49The Big Showdown

The intense showdown for the presidency gets underway; Momo decides that she won't let Fuka drag her down.

E50Looking Back Part 10

A summary of episodes 46 to 49

E51Breakdown 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.

E52Demons Descend

Upon finding the treasure, Tenchi discovers that not only it, but Momo and Beni as well are somehow connected to his mission

E53Showdown 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.

E54Bombarded

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.

E55Karmic Encounter

Momo faces the hardest decision of her life, while Washu squares off with old adversaries in a battle of wits.

E56Adrift

Ethics go out the window as the Science Club campaign makes the most of its guile and technology.

E57Asunder

Tenchi continues to chase after shadows, while Washu and her very reluctant adversaries strive for a deal.

E58Over 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.

E59One 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.

E60Once in a Lifetime

For Tenchi and his friends, even the students of Junai, some things never really change, even when everything does.