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The Best Episodes of Your Lie in April Season 1

Every episode of Your Lie in April Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Your Lie in April Season 1!

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Kousei Arima was a genius pianist until his mother's sudden death took away his ability to play. Each day was dull for Kousei. But, then he meets a violinist named Kaori Miyazono who has an

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 1 - Monotone / Colorful
    7.7/10(1502 votes)

    #1 - Monotone / Colorful

    S1:E1

    Kousei's life has been dull and gray. His friends Tsubaki and Watari try their best to cheer him up but there's not more color in his life; His eyes don't sparkle. However, there's this new girl who might just be able to change all that.

    Director:Kyohei Ishiguro
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  2. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 2 - Friend A
    8.1/10(1364 votes)

    #2 - Friend A

    S1:E2

    Kousei, Tsubaki & Watari sit down to watch Kaori's performance which ends up being completely unlike anything else they've seen. Kaori just seems to have a way with music completely different to how Kousei was taught.

    Director:Takahiro Harada
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  3. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 3 - Inside Spring
    8.0/10(1296 votes)

    #3 - Inside Spring

    S1:E3

    Kousei and Kaori spend some time together and get to talking about Kousei's past. Will he ever be able to play a piano again? What happens if he can never overcome his fear, will color ever return to his life?

    Director:Kazuya Iwata
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  4. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 4 - Departure
    9.0/10(1694 votes)

    #4 - Departure

    S1:E4

    Kousei and Kaori arrive just in time for the competition, however without a chance to practice the piece how will Kousei be able to perform? And how can he survive on stage with the memories of his mother still haunting him?

    Directors:Kyohei Ishiguro, Ayako Kono, Kazuya Iwata
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  5. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 5 - Gray Skies
    7.9/10(1251 votes)

    #5 - Gray Skies

    S1:E5

    Kaori is recovering from her accident after the performance, and Kousei, Watari, and Tsubaki are starting to realise the new feelings that are brewing in their group.

    Directors:Takashi Kojima, Masashi Ishihama
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  6. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 6 - On the Way Home
    8.3/10(1265 votes)

    #6 - On the Way Home

    S1:E6

    Kaori is pushing Kousei to the limits in an attempt to bring back his musical skills. Tsubaki has to figure out where her feelings are pointing her.

    Director:Yoshihide Ibata
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  7. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 7 - The Shadows Whisper
    7.8/10(1191 votes)

    #7 - The Shadows Whisper

    S1:E7

    The Maihou Music Competition has started and Kousei is starting to feel his fears catching up with him. At the same time some old rivals have appeared and are set on competing with Kousei.

    Director:Takahiro Majima
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  8. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 8 - Let It Ring
    8.5/10(1282 votes)

    #8 - Let It Ring

    S1:E8

    Takeshi Aiza and Emi Igawa. These two have a strong rivalry with Kousei. But what drives them to play piano?

    Director:Hidetoshi Takahashi
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  9. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 9 - Resonance
    9.0/10(1367 votes)

    #9 - Resonance

    S1:E9

    It's Kousei's turn to take the stage, and everyone is waiting to see whether or not he will be able to play. How will he be able to perform with the memories of his mother still floating in his mind?

    Director:Miyuki Kuroki
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  10. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 10 - The Scenery I Shared with You
    9.2/10(1776 votes)

    #10 - The Scenery I Shared with You

    S1:E10

    During the Maihou Music Competition, Kousei has trouble hearing the notes. He tries drawing on dear memories to help him through his performance.

    Director:Takahiro Harada
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  11. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 11 - Light of Life
    8.3/10(1210 votes)

    #11 - Light of Life

    S1:E11

    The qualifiers are up, but Kousei is sure he already knows where he placed. Takeshi and Emi however are desperate to see how their greatest rival was marked.

    Directors:Kyohei Ishiguro, Takahiro Kawakoshi
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  12. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 12 - Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
    8.0/10(1148 votes)

    #12 - Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

    S1:E12

    School's over and Summer break has begun, as long as you're not in Summer School. For Kousei and Kaori though there's not break yet, as they have to prepare for the Gala Concert. Tsubaki though just wants to spend whatever time she can with her friends, as the future is so uncertain. Can Saki help Kousei hear the music?

    Director:Riki Fukushima
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  13. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 13 - Love's Sorrow
    9.1/10(1544 votes)

    #13 - Love's Sorrow

    S1:E13

    Kousei has taken the stage at the Gala Concert. Endeavoring to put on a performance without Kaori. This is his chance to prove his abilities as a pianist and try to come to terms with the memory of his mother.

    Director:Ayako Kurata
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  14. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 14 - Footsteps
    8.6/10(1274 votes)

    #14 - Footsteps

    S1:E14

    Kousei, Tsubaki and Watari visit Kaori in the hospital, but she insists everything is fine. Tsubaki reflects on her past with Kousei and considers if she has romantic feelings for him. Meanwhile, Kousei makes an important decision about his future.

    Director:Tomotaka Shibayama
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  15. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 15 - Liar
    8.1/10(1167 votes)

    #15 - Liar

    S1:E15

    Tsubaki is frustrated as she sees her friends moving forward, afraid that she might be left behind. Kousei finds it difficult to keep visiting Kaori in the hospital. Hiroko comes across a promising young talent.

    Director:Takeshi Yajima
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  16. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 16 - Two of a Kind
    8.1/10(1143 votes)

    #16 - Two of a Kind

    S1:E16

    Kousei's concerns for Kaori temporarily subside as he runs into her on the street and they go shopping. Nagi can't take the harsh criticism she receives with Kousei as her piano teacher.

    Director:Miyuki Kuroki
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  17. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 17 - Twilight
    7.9/10(1139 votes)

    #17 - Twilight

    S1:E17

    Nagi is feeling the pressure of her upcoming performance, and is struggling to deal with it. But as she learns, every performer goes through the same emotions.

    Director:Ayako Kono
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  18. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 18 - Hearts Come Together
    8.8/10(1285 votes)

    #18 - Hearts Come Together

    S1:E18

    Nagi and Kousei finally take the stage. Despite acting as Nagi's support during their performance, Kousei challenges Nagi to reach her full potential.

    Director:Toshimasa Ishii
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  19. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 19 - Goodbye, Hero
    8.3/10(1174 votes)

    #19 - Goodbye, Hero

    S1:E19

    After Nagi and Kousei's performance Takeshi is pumped. It's his turn to take the stage. What will his music say about himself? What will he convey to the audience?

    Director:Kosaya
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  20. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 20 - Hand in Hand
    9.0/10(1392 votes)

    #20 - Hand in Hand

    S1:E20

    Unable to come to grips with the idea that Kousei has feelings for Kaori, Tsubaki lashes out. Kousei, meanwhile, continues to avoid visiting Kaori in the hospital.

    Director:Takeshi Yajima
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  21. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 21 - Snow
    9.2/10(1609 votes)

    #21 - Snow

    S1:E21

    Kousei breaks down and stops playing piano after he witnesses Kaori's health waning. The Eastern Japan Piano Competition continues.

    Directors:Ayako Kurata, Tomotaka Shibayama
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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  22. Your Lie in April Season 1 Episode 22 - Spring Wind
    9.8/10(5354 votes)

    #22 - Spring Wind

    S1:E22

    Knowing her time is limited, Kaori undergoes a risky operation, hoping to have the chance to play with Kousei on stage one more time.

    Directors:Kyohei Ishiguro, Miyuki Kuroki
    Writer:Takawo Yoshioka

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Monotone / Colorful" is the best rated episode of "Your Lie in April" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 1502 votes. Directed by Kyohei Ishiguro and written by Takawo Yoshioka, it aired on 10/10/2014. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Friend A".