: The episode concludes with a striking image: Nana Osaki waking up in the middle of the night to find Takumi and Hachi together. This discovery leaves Nana visibly shocked and heartbroken, signaling a deepening rift in the core friendship. Episode Highlights
: While Hachi waits alone, Takumi makes a shocking admission about her at the after-party in front of Nobu and Shin, leading to a heated confrontation. Despite the tension, Takumi eventually goes to Hachi’s apartment. NANA Episode 22
: The episode opens with the characters celebrating Tanabata, a Japanese festival where people write wishes on small slips of paper and hang them on bamboo. Nana Osaki’s heartfelt wish is revealed: she hopes for Hachi to find a "long-haired boyfriend," a seemingly innocent desire that ironically foreshadows future conflict. : The episode concludes with a striking image:
: Nana Komatsu (Hachi) prepares a lavish meal at the apartment, eagerly anticipating a visit from Takumi after the end of Trapnest's tour. However, her excitement is dampened when she learns from Nana that the band members are attending an after-party with the male members of BLAST. Despite the tension, Takumi eventually goes to Hachi’s
: Fans often cite this episode as the moment Takumi’s character shifts from a mere "womanizer" to a more antagonistic force in Hachi and Nana's relationship.
: This episode marks a transition in the anime's soundtrack, introducing the second opening theme, "Wish" by Olivia inspi' Reira ~Trapnest~, and the second ending theme, "Starless Night" .