9 : Mahiro Rings In The New Year <2026 Release>

On New Year’s Eve, Mahiro and Mihari share traditional "year-crossing" soba noodles. Mihari warns Mahiro to finish them before midnight, as leaving them unfinished is said to bring bad luck for the coming year.

One of the most relatable moments occurs when Mahiro tries to "butter up" Mihari for a New Year's allowance (otoshidama). By calling her "Onee-chan," she successfully charms a ¥500 coin out of her sister—though she’s quickly reminded that, technically, she’s still a grown adult. 9 : Mahiro Rings In the New Year

Nothing says winter in Japan like the kotatsu. Mahiro is thrilled to have the heated table back, even if Mihari insists it's only for the New Year's week. On New Year’s Eve, Mahiro and Mihari share

The episode kicks off with a dose of brotherly (or sisterly?) concern. Mahiro is shocked to learn that her sister, Mihari, has a "date" on Christmas Eve. In true Mahiro fashion, she and Momiji end up stalking Mihari and Kaede to the Christmas market, only to be caught and eventually join them for some quality time. By calling her "Onee-chan," she successfully charms a