The BEST episodes directed by Koichiro Kuroda

A First Match Full of Surprises
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8.08
25 votes

#1 - A First Match Full of Surprises

Baby Steps - Season 1 - Episode 5

Eiichirō is about to play his first match. He receives advice from the other STC members, but it only makes him more nervous. He doesn't get a chance to calm himself down as he's soon called to the tennis court. His first opponent is Oobayashi Ryo, a player with five years of experience, the assistant captain of the tennis team at Shonan Tech, and a top eight finalist in the prefectural tournament. It's finally time for Eiichirō's first match! This episode covers chapters 8, 9, and 10 in the manga.

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Why
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8.03
37 votes

#2 - Why

The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior - Season 1 - Episode 3

Usa has gotten used to life at the Kawai Complex, but he hasn't gotten any closer to the resident who's always on his mind, Ritsu. As Usa stresses over his lack of progress, life at the Kawai Complex goes on. One day, Mayumi's ex-boyfriend calls her. Despite the fact that he was three-timing her at one point, Mayumi decides to meet with him.

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Forgery
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7.99
75 votes

#3 - Forgery

Gatchaman Crowds - Season 1 - Episode 9

Hajime takes Rui to her apartment, where she cheers him up and Utsutsu heals his wounds. Meanwhile, Katze gives the Crowds program to all the people Rui declined to give it to because they were too dangerous, and have them attack several government buildings along with Umeda. Before going into action, Hajime sets up a 'Gatchannel' live stream, where Rui publicly apologies over the usage of Crowds, urging those that have it to not use it, and Hajime explains that the Gatchaman will confront Katze even if she is still unsure they can win. Inspired by Hajime, Sugane goes to the Gatchaman Cage and tells JJ they do not need his prophesies anymore, and will protect the world on their own.

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Futurism
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7.98
83 votes

#4 - Futurism

Gatchaman Crowds - Season 1 - Episode 3

Ninomiya Rui is a genius who built GALAX, the social networking service powerhouse, and General X, an AI. Rui seeks to update the world by intervening in a broad range of issues. He empowers the people to resolve them by using General X's ability to gather intelligence and match human resources. One day, however, he is faced with a challenge beyond the scope of anyone's abilities, and is forced to consider using a forbidden power...

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Recommended
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7.66
35 votes

#5 - Recommended

The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior - Season 1 - Episode 7

One summer night, the Kawai Complex receives a notice that a flasher is on the loose. Sumiko is worried about Ritsu because of her tendency to be absorbed in a book as she walks around, so she forbids her from reading while walking back from school. A desperate Ritsu asks Usa to serve as her bodyguard.

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Senpai's Such a Closet Perv!! / There's No Way Creepy Senpai Could Go on a Proper Date!!
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7.63
84 votes

#6 - Senpai's Such a Closet Perv!! / There's No Way Creepy Senpai Could Go on a Proper Date!!

Don't Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro - Season 1 - Episode 9

Nagatoro makes a bet that Senpai has lewd books in the club room, but things don’t go quite as she plans. Sakura has a stalker, and she asks Senpai for help getting rid of him.

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Run, Jamie!
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7.47
15 votes

#7 - Run, Jamie!

Argevollen - Season 1 - Episode 6

Unforeseen trouble brings the entirety of the enemy's firepower down on the 8th Unit. But Argevollen, the core of the mission, shuts down and is exposed to vicious long-range artillery fire. Samonji comes up with a plan to continue the mission and protect his men. Jamie runs towards the battlefield to restart Argevollen.

Space Spirit
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7.40
20 votes

#8 - Space Spirit

Date A Live - Season 4 - Episode 4

When the Earth comes under attack by a Spirit from space, Shido attempts to charm her. The problem is, she's closed off her heart and just wants to be left alone.

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The Time Leaper
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7.15
13 votes

#9 - The Time Leaper

RErideD – Derrida, who leaps through time – - Season 1 - Episode 4

To search for more clues about to Mage's whereabouts, Derrida and Vidaux infiltrate company building of Rebuild, the creator of the out-of-control androids. But to do so, they'll first need to navigate the underground tunnels and gain access to the city.

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Your Name
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7.10
10 votes

#10 - Your Name

The Pilot's Love Song - Season 1 - Episode 9

Two days after the Sky Clan bombing, a funeral is held, and Chiharu is sobbing because she lost Mitsuo. Kal-el and Claire meet at the grave that night, and Claire says something unexpected.

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Saurva Never Slips Up?
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7.00
42 votes

#11 - Saurva Never Slips Up?

The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated! - Season 1 - Episode 4

Saurva has come to the human realm to bring down Jahy and then claim the Number 2 title. Lots of ambitions, but little bravery. She tries to challenge Jahy numerous times, but is not even noticed once. With her exceptional inventions she is able to perfectly transform into Jahy, and plots to ruin Jahy's reputation. However, the first person she runs into is the landlord and the boss. This can only mean trouble.

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Endless Avenger
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6.29
7 votes

#12 - Endless Avenger

Active Raid - Season 2 - Episode 2

An experimental Willwear is luring the police out into ambushes. Unit 8 tracks down the user, who has a grudge against the police over an old corruption case. But when they capture him, it turns out to be a different person entirely! The mystery goes deeper than they suspect when they find out a former researcher at the Defense Univeristy is involved...

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