The BEST episodes of Ainori Love Wagon: Asian Journey

Every episode of Ainori Love Wagon: Asian Journey ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Ainori Love Wagon: Asian Journey!

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.

Last Updated: 3/26/2025Network: Fuji TVStatus: Ended

8.75

4 votes

#1 - You're Even Pretty When You Cry

Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 2/21/2019

AI confesses his feelings to Depparin by reading her a love letter. The next day, she gives him her reply while Hidekun frets on the sidelines.

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8.75

4 votes

#2 - AI in Love

Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 2/14/2019

With Depparin's return, both Hidekun and AI find themselves thinking about her. Knowing Mya has feelings for him, AI decides to let her down easy.

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8.67

6 votes

#3 - Over the Rainbow

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/21/2017

Yume-chin makes a confession to Hatomune, who has one night to decide his response. Then the love bus rolls into the next country: Taiwan.

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8.60

5 votes

#4 - Shy Boy

Season 1 - Episode 21 - Aired 3/15/2018

After talking over his worries with Shacho, Shy Boy finally tells Kasuga how he feels. The next day, he waits in the pouring rain for her answer.

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8.60

5 votes

#5 - In the Arms of the Himalayas

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/27/2018

After hearing of a legend foretelling good luck to those who catch a glimpse of the Himalayas, Yuchan climbs a mountain and makes up her mind.

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8.57

7 votes

#6 - Saving Lives

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/14/2017

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."

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8.50

4 votes

#7 - Origami

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/22/2018

Isamuchan is happy to spend an evening with Yuchan, but he soon realizes that drastic measures are required to make her notice his feelings for her.

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8.43

7 votes

#8 - True Confession

Season 1 - Episode 17 - Aired 2/15/2018

After Asuka's confession, Yu-chan decides to make a declaration of his own, and everyone waits for Asuka's reply. Then it's on to Malaysia!

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8.40

5 votes

#9 - The Shape of Love

Season 1 - Episode 22 - Aired 3/22/2018

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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8.40

5 votes

#10 - Love and Sorrow in Kathmandu

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/6/2018

The members go out to a restaurant for Hidekun's welcome party, but Depparin uses the opportunity to let Yuchan and the male members have it.

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8.40

5 votes

#11 - The Doctor's Tears

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/24/2019

After Moa shares her painful secret, an emotional Dr. Morimori ponders his response. Then the love wagon rolls on to its next destination: Kazakhstan.

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8.38

8 votes

#12 - Say That to My Face!

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/30/2017

A stray remark from Hatomune devastates Yume-chin's confidence, giving Asuka a chance. With stress building up, Depparin gets angry at the staff.

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8.33

6 votes

#13 - Sparkling Tears

Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/18/2018

Depparin waits for an answer after making her confession. On the way to Thailand, one of the members vows to make a fresh start.

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8.33

3 votes

#14 - Half and Half

Season 2 - Episode 20 - Aired 3/14/2019

Depparin gets a huge shock when Kasuga and ShyBoy arrive. He plays Depparin a song, and then they give Tom a pep talk about confessing his feelings.

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8.33

6 votes

#15 - The Fear in her Soul

Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/1/2018

The group learns about gender expression in Thailand before visiting another orphanage. Shy Boy worries about Kasuga hitting it off with Tom.

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8.20

5 votes

#16 - Love Wagon of Tears

Season 1 - Episode 20 - Aired 3/8/2018

Shacho takes Kanya on a nighttime boat ride, but fails to foil her interest in Tom. Shy Boy tries to make things right with Kasuga.

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8.20

5 votes

#17 - Yesterday's Enemy, Today's Friend

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/17/2019

The members put the camping disaster behind them and travel to the legendary city of Samarkand. They're invited to a wedding, and love is in the air.

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8.20

5 votes

#18 - Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

Season 2 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/31/2019

In Astana, Hidekun and new member Mya start spending more time together. Depparin gets upset, but AI unexpectedly tries to cheer her up.

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8.20

5 votes

#19 - Smile

Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/7/2019

The members meet a Japanese man from Karafuto who had been forcibly brought to Kazakhstan after WWII. AI begins to feel Depparin's absence.

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8.17

6 votes

#20 - The Sky Lanterns

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/28/2017

Smitten at first sight, Shy Boy begins spending time with Kasuga. Depparin struggles with the clueless Yu-chan, while Hatomune spends time with Asuka.

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8.17

6 votes

#21 - A Harsh Wind Blows

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/4/2018

Hatomune confesses, then waits for an answer from Asuka. The staff have a surprising announcement for the remaining members.

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8.17

6 votes

#22 - The Moon Above

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/11/2018

Overwhelmed by the fallout from her decision, Asuka has a close call one night. Depparin struggles to choose between Yu-chan and Akira.

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8.14

7 votes

#23 - The Lotus Flower

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/9/2017

The group visits the home of a local family, prompting a discussion about happiness. Asuka seems troubled, while Taka gets advice from Depparin.

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8.14

7 votes

#24 - Robot

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/7/2017

The day after the arguement, Depparin talks with Hatomune, Yu-chan and the staff. Everyone decides to make a fresh start on their journey together.

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8.14

7 votes

#25 - Written on Petals

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/16/2017

With the Love Wagon still rolling through Vietnam, Taka prepares a present for Yume-chin. Then he decides to ask her a very important question.

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