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Quick Answer
- Maison Ikkoku: Final Chapter(Movie · 1 eps)
- Maison Ikkoku: Shiki Utsuriyuku Kisetsu no Naka de(OVA · 1 eps)
- Maison Ikkoku: Bangai-hen - Ikkokujima Nanpa Shimatsuki(OVA · 1 eps)
- Maison Ikkoku: Prelude, When the Cherry Blossoms in the Springtime Return(Special · 1 eps)
Total: ~4 episodes / 2h watch time
Maison Ikkoku Watch Order(2026)
With 4 entries across the franchise, Maison Ikkoku can look overwhelming. It's simpler than it seems though. Follow the list below and you'll be set.
4 entries ~2h total1 movie3 OVA/specials
Full Watch Order (Release Order)
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Maison Ikkoku: Bangai-hen - Ikkokujima Nanpa Shimatsuki
6.86OVA1 eps~24min1991Magic Bus
Finished Airing4
Maison Ikkoku: Prelude, When the Cherry Blossoms in the Springtime Return
6.76Special1 eps~24min1992Studio Deen
Finished AiringFrequently Asked Questions
What's the best order to watch Maison Ikkoku?
Release order. Start with Maison Ikkoku: Final Chapter and go down the list. This is how the creators intended the story to unfold — later entries build on what came before, and watching out of order can spoil key reveals.
How long does it take to watch all of Maison Ikkoku?
About 2 hours total across 4 episodes and 4 entries. At 3-4 episodes per day, that's roughly 2 days.
Can I skip the movies and OVAs?
It depends. Recap movies are always safe to skip — they just compress the TV episodes. Original movies and OVAs range from "fun side stories" to "actually important for the plot." When you're unsure, just watch them where they fall in the list above. Better to have extra context than miss something.
Release order or chronological order?
Go with release order for your first time through. Chronological can be tempting, but shows are written with release order in mind — reveals hit harder and character arcs make more sense. Save chronological for a rewatch if you want a different perspective.
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