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46 episodes

Terrace House: Boys & Girls in the City - Season 1

First aired Oct 12, 2015Season 1

This season is set in the series' biggest house yet, boasting 550 square meters and a pool, in the great metropolis of Tokyo.

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Community reviews for Terrace House: Boys & Girls in the City, shown here with its season details.

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8.0

Click here for a video version of this review: https://youtu.be/x18pEW5bNKc Maybe the lockdown is finally getting to me, but I've found a second extremely binge-watchable Japanese TV show in a matter of weeks. First there was _Ainori: Love Wagon_ and now there is _Terrace House_. When _Terrace House_ first arrived on Netflix, I didn't pay much attention to it as, based on the poster, it seemed like it was a scripted Japanese drama. I have watched a lot of Japanese TV drama and they are mostly rubbish so I never gave it a second glance. After watching _Ainori: Love Wagon_ Netflix again recommended _Terrace House_ and this was when it dawned on me that this too, is a reality TV show. There are a few seasons of _Terrace House_ in the catalogue, so we started with the oldest one available which is _Terrace House: Boys and Girls in the City_. The set up is that six random strangers are given a house to live in and two cars to use, and we watch all the human interaction, drama, blossoming love, and day to day life of these six people. It might sound a bit like _Big Brother_, but it is far from it. The people still have their days jobs, friends, and hobbies, and are free to quit the house any time they like. The _Boys and Girls in the City_ season was so popular that it was extended twice and stretched out to 46 episodes. How much did we enjoy this show? Well we watched all 46 episodes in less than a week and the final 13 of them back to back in one epic whiskey fuelled binge that finished around 2.00am one morning. Mrs B and I are both fascinated by human behaviour and things like body language and so this was right up our alley. In addition to this it is a really fascinating insight into Japanese culture that you would never get from watching a travel show. It is also a good way to improve your Japanese as there is natural casual language being spoken in a variety of everyday situations, so for me as an ongoing student of the language I was able to pick up a number of new words and phrases. And then to top it all off, the studio hosts who watch and commentate are absolutely hilarious, they had us in stitches so many times. Their chemistry and the way they riff off each other is excellent, and for us, it just added a whole 'nother layer of fun to it all. This will for sure not be for everyone, but for those who like genuine fly on the wall, unscripted, slice of life type shows with side-splitting hosts, you really should give this one a go.

Episodes

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Episode 1

New Boys, New Girls, New City

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Oct 12, 201528 min

One summer's day, six young strangers move into a house together and start living an unscripted drama.

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Episode 2

Three Crushes

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Oct 19, 201530 min

Everyone changes into swimsuits after lunch and heads to the pool on the terrace. The boys are excited at the sight of the girls in their swimsuits.

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Episode 3

Dream Police

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Oct 26, 201532 min

The roommates celebrate tap dancer Yuuki's birthday. However, his harsh words trigger tears from both Mizuki and Yuriko.

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Episode 4

In Tears Again

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Nov 2, 201533 min

Makoto and Minori go out to dinner alone together. Yuuki asks Yuriko out on a date, but she's had a bit too much sake to drink. What will she say?

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Episode 5

Eenie Meenie Miney Mo

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Nov 9, 201527 min

Tatsuya rocks the house by declaring he'll take each of the three girls on a date this summer. Meanwhile, something is up with Minori and Makoto.

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Episode 6

All Screwed Up

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Nov 16, 201529 min

Tatsuya declared he would go on a date with all three of the girls. First comes Mizuki, and next is Yuriko, but her date opens a whole can of worms.

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Episode 7

Showing His True Colors

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Nov 23, 201531 min

Makoto angers Tatsuya with his rash behavior but shows no signs of remorse, creating a touch-and-go situation in the boys' room.

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Episode 8

Late Night Poolside

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Nov 30, 201528 min

Minori loses interest as she sees how Makoto behaves. Tatsuya reflects on his dates with the three girls in an effort to choose one as his lover.

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Episode 9

What A Good Day!

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Dec 7, 201526 min

Tatsuya and Minori go on a second date. Tatsuya tells her how he feels but says she need not give her answer now. Makoto has a present for Minori.

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Episode 10

Before He Says the Word...

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Dec 14, 201525 min

Unable to forget her ex, Yuriko calls and asks to see him. Meanwhile, after receiving a present from Makoto, Minori talks to him about her feelings.

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Episode 11

Boy from the Rainbow State

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Jan 11, 201631 min

At the Girls Award event, Tatsuya and Minori meet former member Seina, who encourages their budding relationship. A new member arrives from overseas.

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Episode 12

Is She Just Best of Three?

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Jan 18, 201631 min

Tatsuya finally asks Minori to officially be his girlfriend. How will she answer? Hawaii-born Arman, the newest housemate, asks Mizuki out on a date.

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Episode 13

Who Will Survive?

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Jan 25, 201629 min

Yuriko confesses her feelings to her ex before leaving the house. And her ex's reply? The boys get excited over the arrival of the new girl member.

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Episode 14

Ikujinashi

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Feb 1, 201629 min

Arisa's arrival to the house excites Arman and Yuuki because she's "their type." Meanwhile, Tatsuya and Minori find it hard to take the next step.

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Episode 15

Heating Up for Someone Else

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Feb 8, 201625 min

A kiss takes Tatsuya and Minori's relationship to the next level. Arisa and Arman head to Mt. Takao on a date. But Mizuki also has feelings for Arman.

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Episode 16

Magic Spell Costco

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Feb 15, 201626 min

Arisa grows closer to Arman after having gone out on a number of dates. Yuuki, who also hopes to ask Arisa out, tries hard to steal her attention.

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Episode 17

Anywhere for You

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Feb 22, 201627 min

Arman et al. prepare the Japanese-style room for Minori and Tatsuya, now a couple. Arisa promises she will go anywhere with Arman if he wins his game.

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Episode 18

Worst Date Ever

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Feb 29, 201630 min

Minori confesses her relationship issues with Tatsuya to her older sister, Kurumi, who asks Minori whether the two are having make-up sex or not.

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Episode 19

A Christmas Nightmare

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Apr 11, 201634 min

Arman and Arisa go out on a Christmas dinner date. The two hold hands and enjoy the Christmas lights. Then, Arman expresses his feelings to Arisa.

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Episode 20

Scissorhands

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Apr 18, 201631 min

Excitement buzzes as Terrace House welcomes two new members. But upon Natsumi's arrival, an incident causes a clash between her and Minori.

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Episode 21

Case of Poke Bowl

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Apr 25, 201633 min

New member Natsumi invites Arman out to the beach one morning. Later that day, Arman fixes the busy Arisa a Hawaiian fish salad called "poke."

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Episode 22

Case of the Meat

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May 2, 201633 min

One night, the housemates discover they have run out of food. Minori suggests eating the fancy wagyu beef that Tatsuya got as a present at work.

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Episode 23

No Use Crying Over Meat

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May 9, 201639 min

Tatsuya is furious with his housemates for eating his beef without his permission. Minori's older sister comes to visit and reasons with him.

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Episode 24

New It Girl in the City

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May 16, 201632 min

Tatsuya and Minori depart from the house as a couple after seven months. Upon arrival, the new girl becomes an instant love interest among the boys.

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Episode 25

Mr. Perfect in the City

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May 23, 201631 min

Aspiring architect Yuto Handa moves in after Misaki. He intends to complete his studies at Harvard and attracts the attention of the female residents.

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Episode 26

Love Is in the Air

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May 30, 201630 min

Hikaru is interested in the new housemate Misaki. When she talks about her ex, he doesn't hide his irritation. The next day, when the two are alone...

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Episode 27

Always Smiling With You

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Jun 6, 201630 min

Hikaru takes Misaki for a romantic motorbike ride to the beach. Later, Misaki tells Natsumi that she wishes the date had lasted forever.

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Episode 28

Cry, Cry, Cry

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Jun 13, 201636 min

Yuto promises to go fishing with Natsumi, but he changes his mind and tells her he can’t go because of his girlfriend. Natsumi starts to cry.

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Episode 29

Nightie Nightmare

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Jun 20, 201632 min

High school student Riko Nagai, who recently won a national beauty contest, joins the gang. Misaki quickly befriends her and they chat about Hikaru.

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Episode 30

Girl's Decision in Love

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Jun 27, 201629 min

When Misaki buys some sleepwear with Hikaru's opinion in mind, Natsumi comments on it and the two get into an argument. Yuto sides against Natsumi.

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Episode 31

Natsumi & Fuyumi

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Jul 4, 201632 min

Misaki confesses her feelings to Hikaru. That night, she says something that makes Natsumi incredibly angry and winds up paying the price for it.

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Episode 32

Shall We Pas de Deux?

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Jul 11, 201629 min

When Hikaru suddenly declares that he will leave the house with Natsumi, the rest of the members are shocked. Misaki has a talk with him in private.

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Episode 33

First Dip in the Pool

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Jul 18, 201633 min

Hayato promises to go on a date with Riko, but she worries she's too young for him. During the welcome party, an unexpected surprise occurs.

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Episode 34

Hamburg x Hamburg

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Jul 25, 201630 min

Riko asks Hayato if he thinks she's immature, but he reassures her. They decide on Tsukiji for their second date. Arman participates in a festival.

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Episode 35

Bye Bye Mr. Perfect

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Aug 2, 201637 min

Momoka works up the courage to ask Arman out to the beach. Hayato and Riko enjoy their date at Tsukiji. Meanwhile, Yuto makes a decision.

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Episode 36

Byrnes Sandwich

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Aug 9, 201631 min

Shortly after Handa's departure, Yuuki arrives at the house. Good looking and tall, he's just Riko's type. But he has his eyes on someone else.

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Episode 37

Slow Down Your Love

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Aug 16, 201632 min

Yuuki's had his eye on Misaki ever since moving in and asks her out on a date. Misaki tells him about her unrequited feelings for Hikaru.

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Episode 38

Quick to Say I Love You

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Aug 23, 201633 min

After their date ends awkwardly, Riko tries to clear the air with Hayato. Meanwhile, Momoka faces a life-changing contest.

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Episode 39

Rocket Girl Dives Into Love

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Aug 30, 201629 min

During Misaki's birthday party, Yuuki can't control himself and confesses his feelings for Misaki. The next morning, she asks if he remembers.

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Episode 40

Midsummer Intimacy

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Sep 6, 201638 min

Recent entrant Masako quickly declares her fondness for Hayato and promises to cook with him. One night, the two of them spend time alone at the pool.

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Episode 41

Better Luck This Time

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Sep 13, 201631 min

Yuuki goes on his first drive with Misaki to Yokohama, where she once fell out of love. He finally tells her how he really feels about her.

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Episode 42

Fragile Boy, Fragile Girl

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Sep 20, 201636 min

Masako feels even more strongly about Hayato and, after seeing him with Riko, asks him out on a date. Arman goes out for nighttime skateboarding.

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Episode 43

Kiss and Tell

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Oct 4, 201634 min

Riko and Hayato's date to see the fireworks ends uneventfully. He says that he doesn't see her as a woman, but this statement proves consequential.

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Episode 44

Price of a Lie

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Oct 11, 201636 min

Despite the apparent lack of progress in Riko and Hayato's relationship, the other housemates question them upon learning they have already kissed.

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Episode 45

The Riko Special

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Oct 18, 201629 min

The house members confront Hayato and Riko about the lies they told about their relationship. Hayato remains silent and all eyes turn to Riko.

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Episode 46

Bye Bye Terrace House in the City

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Oct 25, 201632 min

In the season finale, as the evening of their arrangement arrives, Hayato prepares for Riko in his restaurant. But she may be headed somewhere else.