Tomoko Ninomiya

• Apr-2005
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The son of a famous pianist, music student Shinichi Chiaki dreams of studying abroad and becoming a conductor like his mentor. Unfortunately, his fear of flying grounds his lofty plans! As he watches other classmates achieve what he has always wanted...

• Jul-2005
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THE COMPETITION HEATS UP

There’s a new kid in town, and Nodame had better be on guard. Her new rival plays timpani like a dreamâ€"and has the hots for Nodame’s crush, Shinichi Chiaki. Plus, a wretched old man has his eyes (and hands) on No...

• Nov-2005
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MUSICAL DISSONANCE

Student prodigy Shinichi Chiaki just can’t shake Nodame, no matter how hard he tries. Now he is forced to tutor her and Mine all night. So much for music being comforting!

Then Shinichi gets a golden opportunity: th...

• Jan-2006
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DIS-BAND CAMP

Milch may be down, but he’s definitely not out. In fact, he’s back to take (or is it to force?) the gang to participate in the Nagano Music Festival. In preparation for the festival, the students go to a band camp where they ...

• Apr-2006
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AN ORCHESTRAL ORDEAL

Chiaki is beyond ecstatic. Maestro Stresemann has decided to conduct the A orchestra and has asked Chiaki to join him. But who will lead the S orchestra? Drastic measures mean a hilarious concert, and a festival to remembe...

• Jul-2006
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HIGH HOPES AND SOUR NOTES

After Momogaoka Music University’s festival, Classic Life magazine runs a big story on Shinichi’s amazing conducting performance. But since graduation, he’s feeling frustratedâ€"and not because he still has a fe...

• Oct-2006
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A STUNNING DEBUT

Shinichi has always wanted to conduct his own group of musicians. Now, with the Rising Star Orchestra, his dream is becoming a reality. But there are many challenges to overcome: delayed rehearsals, too many soloists vying for...

• Jan-2007
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THE FUTURE IS CALLING

It’s showtime for Shinichi’s new Rising Star Orchestra. Renowned critics and famous musicians have gathered to see the debut performance. Meanwhile, Nodame is playing hypnotist on Shinichi, trying to cure him of his f...

• May-2007
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MUSIC TO THE EARS

Nodame’s grueling lessons with her teacher have paid off: At last she agrees to play in a piano competition. Too bad there’s not enough time for Nodame to learn all the required pieces. . . . Meanwhile, Shinichi has myste...

• Oct-2007
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FRENCH CONNECTION!

Nodame and Chiaki are studying music in Parisâ€"but the real drama is happening outside the classroom! As Chiaki’s life is about to take a surprising turn, Nodame makes a new friend, a homesick Chinese exchange student. A...

• Jun-2008
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DREAM COME TRUE?

All Chiaki ever wanted was to become a great conductor, and now it’s finally happening: He’s leading his own orchestra. He’s worked hard to get this far, but he still has so much to do. His musicians are sloppy, unmotiva...

• Nov-2008
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MOZART COSPLAY RECITAL?

Summer is supposed to be a time for relaxation, but life-changing events are in store for Nodame and her friends. She’s about to play her very first recitalâ€"at the château of a Mozart-obsessed, cosplay-loving Frenc...

• Jul-2009
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SUFFERING FOR HIS ART

Chiaki is gearing up for his first season as a conductor. The auditions were arduous enough, but that was only the beginning. With one disastrous performance behind him, Chiaki is driving his orchestra over the edge with ...

• Jul-2016
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The son of a famous pianist, music student Shinichi Chiaki dreams of studying abroad and becoming a conductor like his mentor. Unfortunately, his fear of flying grounds his lofty plans! As he watches other classmates achieve what he has always wanted...

• Jul-2016
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THE COMPETITION HEATS UPThere’s a new kid in town, and Nodame had better be on guard. Her new rival plays timpani like a dream–and has the hots for Nodame’s crush, Shinichi Chiaki. Plus, a wretched old man has his eyes (and hands) o...

• Jul-2016
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MUSICAL DISSONANCEStudent prodigy Shinichi Chiaki just can’t shake Nodame, no matter how hard he tries. Now he is forced to tutor her and Mine all night. So much for music being comforting!Then Shinichi gets a golden opportunity: the chance to ...

• Jul-2016
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DIS-BAND CAMPMilch may be down, but he’s definitely not out. In fact, he’s back to take (or is it to force?) the gang to participate in the Nagano Music Festival. In preparation for the festival, the students go to a band camp where they ...

• Jul-2016
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AN ORCHESTRAL ORDEALChiaki is beyond ecstatic. Maestro Stresemann has decided to conduct the A orchestra and has asked Chiaki to join him. But who will lead the S orchestra? Drastic measures mean a hilarious concert, and a festival to remember. From ...

• Jul-2016
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HIGH HOPES AND SOUR NOTESAfter Momogaoka Music University’s festival, Classic Life magazine runs a big story on Shinichi’s amazing conducting performance. But since graduation, he’s feeling frustrated–and not because he still ...

• Aug-2016
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JAPAN INVADES FRANCE!Look out, Paris! Nodame and Shinichi have arrived in the City of Light to study music. Unfortunately, Nodame focused so much on passing her conservatory exam that she forgot to learn the language. How do you say Duh! in French? A...

• Aug-2016
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A STUNNING DEBUTShinichi has always wanted to conduct his own group of musicians. Now, with the Rising Star Orchestra, his dream is becoming a reality. But there are many challenges to overcome: delayed rehearsals, too many soloists vying for the spo...

• Aug-2016
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THE FUTURE IS CALLINGIt’s showtime for Shinichi’s new Rising Star Orchestra. Renowned critics and famous musicians have gathered to see the debut performance. Meanwhile, Nodame is playing hypnotist on Shinichi, trying to cure him of his f...

• Aug-2016
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MUSIC TO THE EARSNodame’s grueling lessons with her teacher have paid off: At last she agrees to play in a piano competition. Too bad there’s not enough time for Nodame to learn all the required pieces. . . . Meanwhile, Shinichi has myste...

• Sep-2016
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FRENCH CONNECTION! Nodame and Chiaki are studying music in Paris–but the real drama is happening outside the classroom! As Chiaki’s life is about to take a surprising turn, Nodame makes a new friend, a homesick Chinese exchange student. A...

• Sep-2016
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VIVE L’AMOUR? Paris is full of young lovers and aspiring artists. Nodame and Chiaki happen to be both, but soon they may have to make a choice! It seems that the more time Nodame spends with Chiaki, the more her piano playing hits a sour note. ...

• Sep-2016
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CRASH AND BURNNodame and Chiaki are spending Christmas in Paris . . . but not together. Nodame is performing in a nativity play while Chiaki is alone, brooding over the past. But when they see each other again, the sparks fly–threatening to ign...

• Sep-2016
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DREAM COME TRUE? All Chiaki ever wanted was to become a great conductor, and now it’s finally happening: He’s leading his own orchestra. He’s worked hard to get this far, but he still has so much to do. His musicians are sloppy, unm...

• Sep-2016
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MOZART COSPLAY RECITAL? Summer is supposed to be a time for relaxation, but life-changing events are in store for Nodame and her friends. She’s about to play her very first recital–at the château of a Mozart-obsessed, cosplay-loving ...

• Sep-2016
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SUFFERING FOR HIS ART Chiaki is gearing up for his first season as a conductor. The auditions were arduous enough, but that was only the beginning. With one disastrous performance behind him, Chiaki is driving his orchestra over the edge with his pas...

• Mar-2017
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The son of a famous pianist, music student Shinichi Chiaki dreams of studying abroad and becoming a conductor like his mentor. Unfortunately, his fear of flying grounds his lofty plans! As he watches other classmates achieve what he has always wanted...

• Apr-2017
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• May-2017
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• Jun-2017
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It's competition time, and Tanya struggles on, while Kiyora continues her steady advance. But what about Nodame, who watches on? It's the second round of the preliminaries at the Cantona International Music Competition. A string of solid performances...

• Jun-2017
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Chiaki and Rui's performance together was a shock to Nodame. It spooked her so bad she went and proposed to Chiaki – and then he shot her down. Milch invites her to join him in a performance, but after that, she disappears... Unawares, Chiaki a...

• Jun-2017
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Nodame made her shocking debut in a performance with Stresemann, but will the concerto that so enchanted her audience lead her to paradise – or was that show the gate to hell? Chiaki worries about Nodame after her quiet disappearance, but there...

• Jun-2017
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After her performance with Stresemann, Nodame is burned out. She avoids Chiaki and piano both. After going so far astray, where does she end up? Can Chiaki bring her back? Though the couple have drifted apart, their future crosses once more in a mome...

• Jul-2017
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Chiaki is to be conducting the opera The Magic Flute for the Rising Star Orchestra. What awaits him in Japan is a poverty-stricken, no-name opera troupe. To make it worse, the director is...Mine! What will he do? This is Chiaki's first opera! The sch...

• Jul-2017
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Chiaki is challenging himself with his first opera. The day of the performance arrives, though they still haven't ironed out all the issues. But then...a miracle happens. With the finale of Nodame's Opera, Nodame Cantabile is finally over! This packe...