Ranma 1/2 Episode 7: Ranma competes in a gymnastics competition; Release date, where to stream, expected plot and more

The final episode of Ranma 1/2 introduced Kodachi Kuno, Tatewaki Kuno’s younger sister, and Ranma’s new lover. With the Martial Arts Rhythmic Gymnastics competition coming up, Akane volunteered to compete against the newly introduced character, although she suffered a sprain and had to bow out.

Now it’s up to Ranma in his female form to take on Kodachi, so don’t miss Ranma 1/2 episode 7 to find out who wins. Keep reading to find out the release date, where to watch the movie, the expected plot, and more.

Ranma 1/2 Episode 7: Release date and where to stream

Ranma 1/2 episode 7 is scheduled to release in Japan on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 12:55 AM JST. International viewers can expect the episode to be available the day before, around 3:55 PM GMT / 8:55 AM PT / 11:55 AM ET. However, release times may vary depending on your location and time zone.

In Japan, Ranma 1/2 Episode 7 will air on NNS (Nippon TV), while international audiences can watch the English subtitled version via Netflix. Fans should check local streaming platforms for precise availability in their region.

Expected plot of Ranma 1/2 episode 7

Ranma 1/2 episode 7 will be titled ‘Heated Rhythmic Gymnastics Battle’ or ‘Fierce Rhythmic Gymnastics’ depending on the translation (熱闘新体操). In the episode, Ranma will compete in the Martial Arts Rhythmic Gymnastics match against Kodachi Kuno.

In preparation, the boy trained extensively with Ryoga last night, with the aim of mastering the techniques required for the competition. The battle itself is a no-holds-barred event that requires participants to use gymnastic equipment as a weapon. The fight continues until one participant is completely eliminated or thrown out of the ring.

The match is about to become a high-stakes match as Kodachi is determined to win Ranma’s affections, turning the match into a clash of skills and romantic interests. Ranma 1/2 Episode 7 has Ranma showing off his surprising grace and skill in competition.

Ranma 1/2 Episode 6 recap

Ranma 1/2 Episode 6, titled “Kodachi, The Black Rose,” begins as the female version of Ranma encounters Kodachi Kuno fighting a group of students. Ranma steps in to help and later learns from the students that Kodachi is their opponent in the upcoming Martial Arts Rhythmic Gymnastics segment of an inter-high competition.

They beg Akane to take their place in the match because of her combat skills. Akane agrees and begins training using gymnastics equipment with Ryoga, who temporarily returns to his human form to assist her.

Later, Kodachi discovers that Akane is her new challenger and sneaks into the Tendo dojo to ambush her. During the fight in Akane’s room in Ranma 1/2 Episode 6, Kodachi says that she believes a fight starts long before its official start.