Episode 22 | Nana

You can watch this episode on streaming platforms like Hulu or Netflix .

: Fans often cite this episode as the moment Takumi’s character shifts from a mere "womanizer" to a more antagonistic force in Hachi and Nana's relationship. NANA Episode 22

: This episode marks a transition in the anime's soundtrack, introducing the second opening theme, "Wish" by Olivia inspi' Reira ~Trapnest~, and the second ending theme, "Starless Night" . You can watch this episode on streaming platforms

: Nana Komatsu (Hachi) prepares a lavish meal at the apartment, eagerly anticipating a visit from Takumi after the end of Trapnest's tour. However, her excitement is dampened when she learns from Nana that the band members are attending an after-party with the male members of BLAST. : Nana Komatsu (Hachi) prepares a lavish meal

In Episode 22 of the anime , titled "Wish of July 7th, Hachi's Love," the emotional stakes of the series reach a turning point as the lives of the two Nanas and their bandmates intertwine during the Tanabata (Star Festival) celebrations. Plot Breakdown

: The tension between Nobu and Takumi escalates as Nobu’s burgeoning feelings for Hachi are challenged by Takumi's womanizing behavior.

: The episode opens with the characters celebrating Tanabata, a Japanese festival where people write wishes on small slips of paper and hang them on bamboo. Nana Osaki’s heartfelt wish is revealed: she hopes for Hachi to find a "long-haired boyfriend," a seemingly innocent desire that ironically foreshadows future conflict.