Orange Days

A psychology major meets a prickly violinist on campus. As they communicate through sign language, their new relationship helps them face their fears.

Drama

Seasons

1. The Madonna Who Lost Her Voice

Air Date: 2004-04-11

Kai Yuki, a college senior studying social welfare psychology, struggles to get any job offers. One day, he sees a girl playing the violin on campus.

2. The Beginning of Love

Air Date: 2004-04-18

Tasked with assisting Sae, Maho asks Kai for help. After hearing about Sae’s past from her friend Akane, Kai tries to recover the violin she sold.

3. Your Tears

Air Date: 2004-04-25

Kai arranges for a semi-pro student orchestra to hold an audition for Sae. She is overjoyed when she passes, but a complication soon arises.

4. My Broken Heart

Air Date: 2004-05-02

At Keita's suggestion, Kai and his friends start keeping a shared diary. Later, Maho stuns Kai by telling him they should take some time apart.

5. An Evening of Secrets

Air Date: 2004-05-09

In celebration of Akane’s job offer, Keita invites the Orange Group members on a camping trip. Kai runs into Maho at a café, but Sano soon shows up.

6. Her Love

Air Date: 2004-05-16

When Sae struggles to find a job that piques her interest, Kai suggests that she play piano. She asks her mom for lessons after seeing a job listing.

7. I Love You

Air Date: 2004-05-23

An old friend from when Sae studied abroad in America asks her out on a date. Despite his jealous feelings, Kai helps her calm her nerves.

8. The Couple That Is Bound Together

Air Date: 2004-05-30

Sae's fear of getting hurt causes her to act coldly toward Kai and anger him. Akane invites the Orange Group to the beach to help them make up.

9. A Sad Fate

Air Date: 2004-06-06

When her mother gets invited to join a German orchestra, Sae must decide if she’ll move with her or stay in Japan. Later, she runs into an old friend.