The BEST episodes of SHOSHIMIN: How to Become Ordinary

Every episode of SHOSHIMIN: How to Become Ordinary ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of SHOSHIMIN: How to Become Ordinary!

Kobato, who once had a bitter experience through deduction activities known as "wisdom work," was determined to become an honest and humble citizen. He secretly formed a reciprocal relationship with his classmate, Osanai, who shared the same aspiration, planning to make their high school debut as ordinary citizens and lead peaceful days. However, for some reason, mysterious incidents and misfortunes keep coming one after another into their school lives. Will Kobato and Osanai be able to achieve peaceful days as ordinary citizens?

Last Updated: 3/27/2026Network: TV AsahiStatus: Ended

8.00

25 votes

#1 - Sweet Memory (Part 1)

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/8/2024

To top off their summer sweets tour around the city, Osanai treats Kobato to a Tropical Parfait as thanks for rescuing her. Along with this delicious treat, Kobato is also served the whole truth about Osanai's kidnapping.

7.50

26 votes

#2 - Sweet Memory (Part 2)

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/15/2024

After a long conversation, Osanai and Kobato come to the conclusion that their agreement has failed – and with it, their friendship. From then on, they go their separate ways.

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7.48

27 votes

#3 - C'mere, You Want Some Free Candy?

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/1/2024

When Kobato goes to visit Osanai at her home to invite her to eat candied apples, he learns that she has been kidnapped. Just as he leaves the apartment, he receives a mysterious message from Osanai and, with Kengo's help, sets out to find her.

7.38

26 votes

#4 - But I Get to Keep Charlotte

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/18/2024

Osanai ropes Kobato into her plans for the summer vacation. However, the cake he is supposed to buy for her proves to be irresistible, even for Kobato.

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7.35

26 votes

#5 - Shake Half

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/25/2024

Just before a date with Osanai, Kobato runs into Kengo, who shares some disturbing news and leaves a strange message. Together with Osanai, Kobato tries to solve the mystery. However, shortly after, it appears that Osanai is in great danger.

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7.08

60 votes

#6 - Sheep Costume

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/7/2024

Kobato and Osanai made a pact to lead a quiet life as regular students upon entering high school. However, soon after, a handbag mysteriously disappears at the school, and Kobato is asked to help solve the case.

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7.00

30 votes

#7 - Berliner Mystery

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/11/2024

Kobato finds Osanai crying in the school hallway, but she runs away without telling him what happened. At the student newspaper club, a new mystery involving Berliner Pfannkuchen (jelly doughnuts) awaits him.

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6.92

48 votes

#8 - How to Make Delicious Hot Cocoa

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/14/2024

Kobato and Osanai are invited to Dojima's house, where he makes them cocoa using his special method. When Osanai leaves, Dojima asks Kobato about his change in personality.

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6.86

29 votes

#9 - Mind of a Lone Wolf

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/4/2024

Kobato, along with Kengo, tries to get to the bottom of Sakagami's motives. It seems there is more to the case than initially suspected. However, Kobato's concern for Osanai is also growing.

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6.76

37 votes

#10 - Humpty Dumpty

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/21/2024

During a class assignment, a vase in the cabinet seemingly breaks by itself, but there's an elaborate plan behind it. However, this mystery is quickly forgotten when Osanai sees the bicycle thief again and plots revenge.

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