S01E01 A New Journey Begins
The love bus rolls into Vietnam for the start of the trip, with female members Yume-chin, Depparin and Asuka joining the guys in Ho Chi Minh City.
Ainori Love Wagon: Asian Journey
S01E18: You Lied
The group gets to know new member, Shacho. They then talk to a family of Japanese expats about life in Malaysia. ShyBoy learns something disturbing.
Overview
Seven men and women board a pink bus in search of true love. On a journey through Asia with strangers, their goal is to return to Japan as a couple.
Episodes
S01E02 Battle of the Sexes
Yumechin and Taka hit it off at the beach, but their time at the night market doesn't go so well. Depparin starts to have feelings for someone.
S01E03 The Lotus Flower
The group visits the home of a local family, prompting a discussion about happiness. Asuka seems troubled, while Taka gets advice from Depparin.
S01E04 Written on Petals
With the Love Wagon still rolling through Vietnam, Taka prepares a present for Yumechin. Then he decides to ask her a very important question.
S01E05 The Smiling Country
ShyBoy joins the group as they tour Myanmar and learn about the culture of not getting angry. Depparin and Asuka both have their eyes on Yuchan.
S01E06 Say That To My Face!
A stray remark from Hatomune devastates Yumechin's confidence, giving Asuka a chance. With stress building up, Depparin gets angry at the staff.
S01E07 Robot
The day after the argument, Depparin talks with Hatomune, Yuchan and the staff. Everyone decides to make a fresh start on their journey together.
S01E08 Saving Lives
The love wagon rolls into Mandalay to meet Dr. Yoshioka, who's dedicated his life to providing medical care to children, and to discuss "happiness."
S01E09 Over the Rainbow
Yumechin makes a confession to Hatomune, who has one night to decide his response. Then the love bus rolls into the next country: Taiwan.
S01E10 The Sky Lanterns
Smitten at first sight, ShyBoy begins spending time with Kasuga. Depparin struggles with the clueless Yuchan, while Hatomune spends time with Asuka.
S01E11 A Harsh Wind Blows
Hatomune confesses, then waits for an answer from Asuka. The staff have a surprising announcement for the remaining members.
S01E12 The Moon Above
Overwhelmed by the fallout from her decision, Asuka has a close call one night. Depparin struggles to choose between Yuchan and Akira.
S01E13 Sparkling Tears
Depparin waits for an answer after making her confession. On the way to Thailand, one of the members vows to make a fresh start.
S01E14 Time to Fight
The group meets their new member Tom, who has a very unusual relationship status. Yuchan takes extreme measures to look manly.
S01E15 The Fear in her Soul
The group learns about gender expression in Thailand before visiting another orphanage. ShyBoy worries about Kasuga hitting it off with Tom.
S01E16 Mama
ShyBoy shows off for Kasuga in various ways, including singing and playing the guitar. His lyrics inspire Asuka to make a decision.
S01E17 True Confession
After Asuka's confession, Yuchan decides to make a declaration of his own, and everyone waits for Asuka's reply. Then it's on to Malaysia!
S01E18 You Lied
The group gets to know new member, Shacho. They then talk to a family of Japanese expats about life in Malaysia. ShyBoy learns something disturbing.
S01E19 Broken
Kanya has her eyes on Shacho, but Tom's life story intrigues her. Kasuga and ShyBoy wonder what to do about their relationship, but can't decide.
S01E20 Love Wagon of Tears
Shacho takes Kanya on a nighttime boat ride, but fails to foil her interest in Tom. ShyBoy tries to make things right with Kasuga.
S01E21 Shy Boy
After talking over his worries with Shacho, ShyBoy finally tells Kasuga how he feels. The next day, he waits in the pouring rain for her answer.
S01E22 The Shape of Love
The Love Wagon makes its final stop in Singapore, where Shacho decides to confess. After they return to Tokyo, one more surprise awaits.
