1x1 Maru-chan's Sibling Rivalry / Maru-chan's in the New Year Mood Episode overview
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Sty 07, 1990
Tensions rise between Maruko and Sakiko when a new notebook enters the picture. Then, Maruko's peaceful New Year is threatened by responsiblities looming over the horizon.
Tensions rise between Maruko and Sakiko when a new notebook enters the picture. Then, Maruko's peaceful New Year is threatened by responsiblities looming over the horizon.
1x2 Here Comes the Tutor! / Maru-Chan Buys an Alarm Clock Episode overview
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Sty 14, 1990
Sakiko gets a tutor that doesn't meet Maruko's exacting standards. Then, sick of being late for class, Maruko decides to buy an alarm clock.
Sakiko gets a tutor that doesn't meet Maruko's exacting standards. Then, sick of being late for class, Maruko decides to buy an alarm clock.
1x3 Today is Sensei's Home Visit! / Let's Meet the Pretentious Kid! Episode overview
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Sty 21, 1990
While Maruko hopes this year's home visit from her sensei will go smoothly, her capacity for self-sabotage has other ideas. Then, Maruko's hopes for an easy role in class are dashed when .. show full overview
While Maruko hopes this year's home visit from her sensei will go smoothly, her capacity for self-sabotage has other ideas. Then, Maruko's hopes for an easy role in class are dashed when she finds out she's paired with the pretentious go-getter Hanawa.
When all the kids her age become obsessed with riding bicycles, Maruko has no choice but to suffer the trials and tribulations of learning how to ride one.
When all the kids her age become obsessed with riding bicycles, Maruko has no choice but to suffer the trials and tribulations of learning how to ride one.
1x5 Maru-chan Gets a Certificate! / Maru-chan Catches a Cold! Episode overview
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Lut 04, 1990
Maruko is thrilled to be getting a certificate for her submission to an art contest, but complications arise by the time she has to actually go on stage. Then, Maruko's hubris gets the .. show full overview
Maruko is thrilled to be getting a certificate for her submission to an art contest, but complications arise by the time she has to actually go on stage. Then, Maruko's hubris gets the better of her when she's allowed to stay home from school after she catches a cold.
Maruko and Tama-chan find a stray puppy and begin keeping her in a cardboard box behind the school while they try to find a home for her.
Maruko and Tama-chan find a stray puppy and begin keeping her in a cardboard box behind the school while they try to find a home for her.
1x7 My Family Eats French Cuisine! / Maru-chan Hates Marathons! Episode overview
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Lut 18, 1990
Maruko's family heads to a French restaurant to broaden their palettes, but nobody is quite ready for what they'll encounter there. Then, the dreaded school marathon has finally arrived, much to Maruko's chagrin.
Maruko's family heads to a French restaurant to broaden their palettes, but nobody is quite ready for what they'll encounter there. Then, the dreaded school marathon has finally arrived, much to Maruko's chagrin.
1x8 The Valentine's Day of Sadness! / Hanawa Enters a Singing Contest! Episode overview
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Lut 25, 1990
It's Valentine's Day, and Maruko struggles with the decision of who she should give chocolate to. Then, Maruko goes to cheer on Hanawa when he's scheduled to make an appearance on a televised singing contest.
It's Valentine's Day, and Maruko struggles with the decision of who she should give chocolate to. Then, Maruko goes to cheer on Hanawa when he's scheduled to make an appearance on a televised singing contest.
1x9 Maru-chan Practices the Recorder! / I Want to Eat Snow! Episode overview
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Mar 04, 1990
Maruko struggles to learn the recorder before an upcoming test. Then, Maruko reminisces about her first trip to snow country.
Maruko struggles to learn the recorder before an upcoming test. Then, Maruko reminisces about her first trip to snow country.
After a lecture from her mother about how she's wasting her spring break, Maruko decides to take a trip by herself to visit her grandparents in the next town over.
After a lecture from her mother about how she's wasting her spring break, Maruko decides to take a trip by herself to visit her grandparents in the next town over.
1x11 A Citizen's Devotion to Disaster Drills! / Maru-chan Gets Her Report Card! Episode overview
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Mar 18, 1990
Maruko's school puts their earthquake-readiness to the test with a disaster drill. Then, Maruko contemplates what she should ask for as a reward for getting a good report card, without actually knowing if her report card deserves one.
Maruko's school puts their earthquake-readiness to the test with a disaster drill. Then, Maruko contemplates what she should ask for as a reward for getting a good report card, without actually knowing if her report card deserves one.
1x12 The Legendary Tsuchinoko Company Limited! / Maru-chan Likes Preparing for Field Trips! Episode overview
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Mar 25, 1990
Maruko and her friends try to strike it rich by hunting a legendary snake. Then, Maruko is overjoyed about an upcoming field trip, but it's for reasons that no one would ever expect.
Maruko and her friends try to strike it rich by hunting a legendary snake. Then, Maruko is overjoyed about an upcoming field trip, but it's for reasons that no one would ever expect.
Maruko goes on the field trip she was preparing for in the last episode.
Maruko goes on the field trip she was preparing for in the last episode.
1x14 The Yearned-For Nosebleed! / Home Alone With Sakiko! Episode overview
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Kwi 08, 1990
When she notices the sympathy they elicit from others, Maruko starts longing for a nosebleed of her own. Then, Maruko and Sakiko are stuck watching the house while their mother goes shopping.
When she notices the sympathy they elicit from others, Maruko starts longing for a nosebleed of her own. Then, Maruko and Sakiko are stuck watching the house while their mother goes shopping.
Maruko and another classmate find themselves nominated in the upcoming election for class representative. This sets them at odds with the incumbents, Maruo and Migiwa, who are desperate to maintain their positions of so-called power.
Maruko and another classmate find themselves nominated in the upcoming election for class representative. This sets them at odds with the incumbents, Maruo and Migiwa, who are desperate to maintain their positions of so-called power.
Maruko is stuck between a rock and a hard place when absolutely no one in her family believes that she has excruciating stomach pain. Then, Maruko gets swept away by everyone else's fortune-telling fever.
Maruko is stuck between a rock and a hard place when absolutely no one in her family believes that she has excruciating stomach pain. Then, Maruko gets swept away by everyone else's fortune-telling fever.
1x17 Maru-chan Really Wants a Bird! / Maru-chan Has a Birthday Party! Episode overview
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Kwi 29, 1990
Maruko has sparrow fever and begs her parents non-stop to buy one for her. Then, Maruko's dreams of a grand birthday party are dashed when her mother exercises her executive authority over the guest list.
Maruko has sparrow fever and begs her parents non-stop to buy one for her. Then, Maruko's dreams of a grand birthday party are dashed when her mother exercises her executive authority over the guest list.
1x18 Mom's Treasure! / Maru-chan's Late Night Feast! Episode overview
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Maj 06, 1990
Maruko accidentally loses her mother's valuable opal ring. Then, entranced by classmate's tales of waking up during the night to find adults eating delicious treats, Maruko vows to catch her parents in the act one night as well.
Maruko accidentally loses her mother's valuable opal ring. Then, entranced by classmate's tales of waking up during the night to find adults eating delicious treats, Maruko vows to catch her parents in the act one night as well.
Maruko ends up with a lead role in the class play, much to her chagrin.
Maruko ends up with a lead role in the class play, much to her chagrin.
1x22 Maru-chan Gets Pen Pals! / I Love Free Study Time! Episode overview
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Cze 03, 1990
Maruko tries keeping up correspondence with two pen pals from across the country, hoping beyond hope that they'll send some presents her way. Then, Maruko catches a lucky break when her .. show full overview
Maruko tries keeping up correspondence with two pen pals from across the country, hoping beyond hope that they'll send some presents her way. Then, Maruko catches a lucky break when her sensei calls in sick on a day when she's forgotten to do her homework.
Maruko discovers a painful tooth immediately after mocking Sakiko for getting a cavity. Then, Maruko desperately tries to grow taller before an upcoming physical examination.
Maruko discovers a painful tooth immediately after mocking Sakiko for getting a cavity. Then, Maruko desperately tries to grow taller before an upcoming physical examination.
Maruko wants a great Tanabata this year, and this includes holding off on going to the Tanabata Festival until the day of Tanabata itself.
Maruko wants a great Tanabata this year, and this includes holding off on going to the Tanabata Festival until the day of Tanabata itself.
1x28 Maru-chan Gets a New Umbrella! / Maru-chan's Summer Memories! Episode overview
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Lip 15, 1990
Overjoyed with her new umbrella, Maruko starts bringing it to school everyday which leads to teasing from her classmates. Then, Maruko remembers a time in kindergarten when she refused to go in to the class pool.
Overjoyed with her new umbrella, Maruko starts bringing it to school everyday which leads to teasing from her classmates. Then, Maruko remembers a time in kindergarten when she refused to go in to the class pool.
1x29 Maru-chan's Bathtub Is Broken! / The Old Man's Magic Cards! Episode overview
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Lip 22, 1990
Maruko becomes enamored with the public bath when the bathtub breaks in the Sakura family household. Then, in an adaptation of the very first chapter of the manga, Maruko and her sister .. show full overview
Maruko becomes enamored with the public bath when the bathtub breaks in the Sakura family household. Then, in an adaptation of the very first chapter of the manga, Maruko and her sister try to scrounge up money to buy a set of magic cards from a shady character.
1x30 Maru-chan Goes to School During Summer Break! Episode overview
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Lip 29, 1990
Maruko's plans for a lazy summer are interrupted when she's forced to come to the school to take care of the class rabbits for a week.
Maruko's plans for a lazy summer are interrupted when she's forced to come to the school to take care of the class rabbits for a week.
1x31 Maru-chan Goes to the South Island! (Part 1) Episode overview
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Sie 05, 1990
When Grandpa wins a trip to the South Island in Thailand, Maruko is the only family member able to go.
When Grandpa wins a trip to the South Island in Thailand, Maruko is the only family member able to go.
1x32 Maru-chan Goes to the South Island! (Part 2) Episode overview
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Sie 12, 1990
On her grand trip to the South Island, Maruko befriends the daughter of the resort manager and goes on a bunch of amazing adventures.
On her grand trip to the South Island, Maruko befriends the daughter of the resort manager and goes on a bunch of amazing adventures.
Maruko struggles to decide how she's going to distribute the souvenirs she picked up on the South Island. "What? South Island? When was that?" you ask. Well, that happened all the way .. show full overview
Maruko struggles to decide how she's going to distribute the souvenirs she picked up on the South Island. "What? South Island? When was that?" you ask. Well, that happened all the way back in Episodes 31 and 32. This show doesn't have a ton of continuity callbacks in it, but boy howdy, when it has one, it reaches deep! On top of that, get ready for something else you never thought possible in a show like this -- a cliffhanger!
It's Respect for the Aged Day, and Maruko wants to do something nice for her grandparents for a change -- she's going to make their dreams come true! However, Maruko has to think .. show full overview
It's Respect for the Aged Day, and Maruko wants to do something nice for her grandparents for a change -- she's going to make their dreams come true! However, Maruko has to think outside-of-the-box when Grandpa insists that his dream is to take a trip around the world.
Maruko's father is forced to suffer as chaperone when Maruko and her sister beg to go on a theme park trip put together by their neighborhood organization.
Maruko's father is forced to suffer as chaperone when Maruko and her sister beg to go on a theme park trip put together by their neighborhood organization.
When Maruko finds out most of the kids in her class have after-school activities, she starts longing for an after-school activity of her own. In response, Maruko's parents attempt to pass on some of their skills, with less-than-stellar results.
When Maruko finds out most of the kids in her class have after-school activities, she starts longing for an after-school activity of her own. In response, Maruko's parents attempt to pass on some of their skills, with less-than-stellar results.
Maruko gets a chance to try a renowned Japanese delicacy, but finds herself underwhelmed. Then, Hanawa sells Maruko on the concept of a bubble bath, but she finds it's easier said than done when it comes to having one in a Japanese household bathtub.
Maruko gets a chance to try a renowned Japanese delicacy, but finds herself underwhelmed. Then, Hanawa sells Maruko on the concept of a bubble bath, but she finds it's easier said than done when it comes to having one in a Japanese household bathtub.
In order to record the family's daily life for posterity, Maruko's father borrows an 8mm camera. Whether or not he can film anything of value is another matter, especially when two unwanted guests show up.
In order to record the family's daily life for posterity, Maruko's father borrows an 8mm camera. Whether or not he can film anything of value is another matter, especially when two unwanted guests show up.
1x96 Maruko Goes to a Festival! / Girls and Boys! Episode overview
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Lis 10, 1991
Maruko goes to a local festival with her grandfather. Then, a series of events leads Maruko to argue with her father about who rules and who drools when it comes to girls and boys.
Maruko goes to a local festival with her grandfather. Then, a series of events leads Maruko to argue with her father about who rules and who drools when it comes to girls and boys.
Maruko's reach exceeds her grasp when she decides to devote herself to living up to the standards set by some of the most respected people of all time.
Maruko's reach exceeds her grasp when she decides to devote herself to living up to the standards set by some of the most respected people of all time.
After a fun winter break spent getting to know Hanawa's friend Mark, it's time for him to head back to New York. Maruko learns that despite all his wealth, there are still some things that Hanawa lacks.
After a fun winter break spent getting to know Hanawa's friend Mark, it's time for him to head back to New York. Maruko learns that despite all his wealth, there are still some things that Hanawa lacks.
Maruko and her family prepare for another Christmas at home, but the festivities turn out to not be Christmas-y enough for Maruko's tastes.
Maruko and her family prepare for another Christmas at home, but the festivities turn out to not be Christmas-y enough for Maruko's tastes.
1x103 The Homemade Detergent! / Mom Makes Candied Sweetfish! Episode overview
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Gru 29, 1991
Maruko's mother gives a recipe for homemade laundry detergent a try. Then, a solution is found for an abundance of unpleasant-tasting sweetfish caught by Maruko's father, but the result might be be too tasty for its own good.
Maruko's mother gives a recipe for homemade laundry detergent a try. Then, a solution is found for an abundance of unpleasant-tasting sweetfish caught by Maruko's father, but the result might be be too tasty for its own good.
1x104 Maruko Go Flies a Kite! / Maruko Wants to Eat New Year's Porridge! Episode overview
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Sty 05, 1992
Maruko wants a kite of her own to fly for New Year's. Then, Maruko becomes obsessed with tracking down all the ingredients necessary to make good and proper New Year's porridge.
Maruko wants a kite of her own to fly for New Year's. Then, Maruko becomes obsessed with tracking down all the ingredients necessary to make good and proper New Year's porridge.
1x105 Maruko's Bank Book! / Maruko Tries Knitting! Episode overview
Maruko's school is going to spend a day at the skating rink, but there's just one problem -- Maruko doesn't know how to skate.
Maruko's school is going to spend a day at the skating rink, but there's just one problem -- Maruko doesn't know how to skate.
1x108 Here Comes the Snake Shop! / Maruko Can't Stop Drinking Amazake! Episode overview
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Lut 02, 1992
Some travelling snake handlers pass through town and put on a demonstration of the numerous snakes in their care, which thrills Maruko to no end. Then, Maruko discovers that you can .. show full overview
Some travelling snake handlers pass through town and put on a demonstration of the numerous snakes in their care, which thrills Maruko to no end. Then, Maruko discovers that you can actually get too much of a good thing when she starts gorging herself on amazake, a low-alcohol sweet drink made from the byproducts of sake production.
Maruko finds herself in the unlikely role of Cupid when Midori begs her for her help in landing Fujiki's heart.
Maruko finds herself in the unlikely role of Cupid when Midori begs her for her help in landing Fujiki's heart.
1x110 Maruko Wants Some Star Sand! / Maruko Feeds the Sparrows! Episode overview
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Lut 16, 1992
Maruko becomes enamored with star sand, but she's going to need to break the bank if she wants to get her hands on some. Then, Maruko gets struck with bird fever again, and decides to capture a sparrow.
Maruko becomes enamored with star sand, but she's going to need to break the bank if she wants to get her hands on some. Then, Maruko gets struck with bird fever again, and decides to capture a sparrow.
Stray dogs start prowling around Maruko's neighborhood, and they end up setting their sights on her. But who is going to be the one who ends up saving her from getting bitten in the butt?
Stray dogs start prowling around Maruko's neighborhood, and they end up setting their sights on her. But who is going to be the one who ends up saving her from getting bitten in the butt?
Hanawa's rise in popularity puts Maruo's position as class representative at risk… at least, that's what Maruo thinks. Then, Maruko's family deals with a termite infestation in their bathroom wall.
Hanawa's rise in popularity puts Maruo's position as class representative at risk… at least, that's what Maruo thinks. Then, Maruko's family deals with a termite infestation in their bathroom wall.
1x115 Maruko Helps Release Koi!/The Hay Fever Hootenanny Episode overview
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Mar 22, 1992
Maruko hopes the releasing of a large bunch of koi into a Shimizu river will put Shimizu on the map. Then, Maruko learns what hay fever is when Grandpa and a bunch of other people start sneezing uncontrollably.
Maruko hopes the releasing of a large bunch of koi into a Shimizu river will put Shimizu on the map. Then, Maruko learns what hay fever is when Grandpa and a bunch of other people start sneezing uncontrollably.
Maruko's life is turned upside down when she receives a chain letter that vows misfortune if she doesn't continue to spread it on.
Maruko's life is turned upside down when she receives a chain letter that vows misfortune if she doesn't continue to spread it on.
1x119 Keep Your Notebook Neat!/Maruko the Space Case! Episode overview
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Kwi 19, 1992
Maruko tries to improve her note-taking ability after seeing the truly impressive notebooks of some of her classmates. Then, Maruko tries to come to terms with her constant spacing out.
Maruko tries to improve her note-taking ability after seeing the truly impressive notebooks of some of her classmates. Then, Maruko tries to come to terms with her constant spacing out.
Maruko becomes obsessed with the idea of taking a solo journey, one where she makes a heartfelt connection with a stranger.
Maruko becomes obsessed with the idea of taking a solo journey, one where she makes a heartfelt connection with a stranger.
1x122 Come on Over, Swallow!/The Class Birthday Party! Episode overview
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Maj 10, 1992
A frustrated Maruko tries to figure out how to get swallows to nest at her house. Then, Maruko's class holds a class birthday party for everyone with a birthday in May, and Maruko is one of the lucky guests of honor.
A frustrated Maruko tries to figure out how to get swallows to nest at her house. Then, Maruko's class holds a class birthday party for everyone with a birthday in May, and Maruko is one of the lucky guests of honor.
Maruko is thrown into a tizzy when she hears a rumor that someone can die if they hiccup 100 times in a row. Then, Maruko looks forward to souvenirs when her father goes on a trip to Hokkaido.
Maruko is thrown into a tizzy when she hears a rumor that someone can die if they hiccup 100 times in a row. Then, Maruko looks forward to souvenirs when her father goes on a trip to Hokkaido.
Chaos is unleashed when Maruko and her friends bring a pair of bullfrogs to school.
Chaos is unleashed when Maruko and her friends bring a pair of bullfrogs to school.
1x127 The Lid Won't Budge!/Maruko Wants an Hourglass! Episode overview
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Cze 14, 1992
Maruko's entire family is confounded by a hard-to-open jar. Then, Maruko becomes fixated on receiving an hourglass that comes as a bonus with a tube of toothpaste.
Maruko's entire family is confounded by a hard-to-open jar. Then, Maruko becomes fixated on receiving an hourglass that comes as a bonus with a tube of toothpaste.
Maruko, Sakiko, and Grandpa wreak havoc at a nearby fish store when they compete to determine who is the best at scooping goldfish.
Maruko, Sakiko, and Grandpa wreak havoc at a nearby fish store when they compete to determine who is the best at scooping goldfish.
1x134 The Summer Vacation Mandatory Attendance Day! Episode overview
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Sie 02, 1992
A mandatory school attendance day 10 days into summer vacation is the cure for Maruko's summer blues, at least until she remembers some schoolwork that needs to be finished before then.
A mandatory school attendance day 10 days into summer vacation is the cure for Maruko's summer blues, at least until she remembers some schoolwork that needs to be finished before then.
