A college student and aspiring drummer gets unexpectedly ousted from her band. But her luck changes when the talented musician Naoki Fujitani discovers her skill and invites her to join his new ensemble.
glass heartAfter getting unceremoniously dumped by her band and several rejections later, Akane decides to give up her dream - until she crashes into a totally unexpected (but very much desired) new band opportunity with Sho, Naoki and Kazushi.
Crystalline Echo
E2
Crystalline EchoNewly christened TENBLANK, the band experiences growing pains while recording their first single. Akane's frustration grows; struggling to see Naoki's vision of her drumming. Toya breaks bread with Akane as she vows to pursue her passion.
Unbroken
E3
UnbrokenNaoki and Yukino perform a duet orchestrated by Mr. Isagi. Multiple factors and people conspire to sabotage TENBLANK's television debut. At the video screening, Akane is shocked with the realization of her heart's true feelings for Naoki.
PLAY OUT LOUD
E4
PLAY OUT LOUDDuring a band retreat, Kazushi and Naoki lock creative horns. Kai and Yukino crash the party as Naoki pulls rank. Akane is unsure if Yukino is a Rival or Bestie. TENBLANK's authentic sound bubbles to the surface as Yukino stakes her claim.
Citrus
E5
CitrusAkane's true rival - the all-encompassing beloved of Naoki's heart - is revealed. Akane reinvents herself. Yukino confronts Mr. Isagi, forcing his hand. Toya plays cat and mouse with TENBLANK, and with Naoki and Akane in particular.
Vibrato
E6
VibratoToya and Naoki play tug-of-war until an unexpected attack tips the balance. With a captive audience, Naoki comes clean. TENBLANK and OVER CHROME face off with each other during a battle of the bands. Yukino plans her next moves.
Lucky Me
E7
Lucky MeTENBLANK continues to defy expectations on their first national tour. Akane finds herself on a 'double' date. To escape prying eyes, Kazushi spirits Akane away, leaving Naoki solo. Yukino - calling out Mr. Isagi - rips off his mask.
MATRIX
E8
MATRIXYukino confronts Naoki, disrupting band rehearsal. Akane creates a safe space for Yukino to reveal her own feelings and frustrations. The tour gets derailed by mysterious circumstances. Naoki rips off his own mask. Kazushi shoots his shot.
Forever Eve
E9
Forever EveAkane surrenders her heart, completely, to Naoki's vision. Kazushi remains present with Sho. Naoki's collapse culminates in TENBLANK's dissolution. A new version of Kai arrives. Naoki surrenders himself. And the TENBLANK phoenix arises.
Glass Heart
E10
Glass HeartAfter Yukino throws Mr. Isagi under the bus, the Rock Alive Japan music festival implodes. Akane steps up to support her Bestie. Naoki's naked soliloquy on the randomness of living - and dying: truly good music is in one's authentic heart.
