The BEST episodes of Ikebukuro West Gate Park
Every episode of Ikebukuro West Gate Park ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Ikebukuro West Gate Park!
Living in an area known for its juvenile crime, 21-year-old Makoto has become a member of a youth gang called the G-Boys. Known for his cool head and ability to get things done, Makoto becomes a key troubleshooter for the gang by diffusing tense situations and keeping his friends out of harm's way. However, the death of his girlfriend and an escalating turf war with a rival gang threaten to be more than Makoto can handle.
#1 - Mandarin Orange Episode
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/28/2000
After an unexpected reunion with an old friend, Makoto must find the missing daughter of a desperate yakuza boss — or else lose a finger.
#2 - Carrot Episode
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/21/2000
Finally free from police custody, Makoto hears about Rika’s part-time job dating men for money and the suspicious figure who stopped by her funeral.
#3 - Yōshichi Episode
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/26/2000
When Makoto hears about his mother selling some strange tea, he and Shun sneak into a pyramid scheme seminar in disguise to investigate the situation.
#4 - Shiitake Mushroom Episode
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/5/2000
Unable to turn to the police, Chiaki enlists Makoto’s help in protecting her boyfriend from the yakuza after he angers a dangerous drug dealer.
#6 - Samurai Episode
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 6/23/2000
Makoto hides himself away at home as the showdown between Takashi and Kyoichi approaches — until a new development sends him running to the police.
#7 - Strawberry Episode
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/14/2000
The carefree Makoto enjoys taking wagers at a bowling alley and getting into mischief with friends in Ikebukuro, where someone evil is on the prowl.
#8 - 6th Channel Episode
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/19/2000
When a precocious boy Makoto knows from the streets of Ikebukuro is kidnapped, the boy’s mother asks Makoto to help both her son and his abductor.
#9 - Yōhachi Episode
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/2/2000
A group of aggrieved high school girls accosts Masa at the bowling alley, threatening him and demanding cash for a classmate who needs an abortion.
#10 - Kyūshū Island Episode
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/9/2000
Suspicions turn toward the G-Boys after Kana is stabbed by someone dressed in yellow. Meanwhile, the Black Angels declare war in Ikebukuro.
#11 - Jutte Episode
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/16/2000
Takashi takes more dramatic action in the aftermath of Shun’s tragedy, causing the battle between the G-Boys and the Black Angels to intensify.