Ainori Love Wagon: African Journey

Ainori Love Wagon: African Journey

2019

To find love, seven strangers leave Japan and embark on a journey through the continent of Africa together. Challenges, adventure and romance await!

Actors

Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato

Genres

Drama, Reality, Romance

Streaming On

 

Countries (outside of the US)

Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Great Britain, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, The Netherlands, Poland, Singapore, Turkey, South Africa

Available Languages (Netflix)

Japanese,

Available Subtitles (Netflix)

English Spanish, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese,

Seasons

Season 1

To find love, seven strangers leave Japan and embark on a journey through the continent of Africa together. Challenges, adventure and romance await! Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato

Episodes

Uncharted Lands - 2019

The new members assemble in the first country on their journey: Kenya. Before heading out on safari, Shu-mai learns he shares a birthday with Su-su.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Where's the Pink? - 2019

The members visit Kibera, the largest slum on the continent. They stop by the Ainori school that was founded in 2005 and meet some of its graduates.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

The Perfume Doused Hoodie - 2019

Without his cellphone, U-zi doesn't know how to tell if Kou likes him back. To get her to notice him, he does something a little strange.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Winner's Love - 2019

After a tandem bicycle outing, Shu-mai talks to Su-su. With U-zi still thinking about leaving, the members head to the highlands for a race.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Never Fight a Losing Battle - 2019

U-zi, who’s never asked a girl out before, musters the courage to confess to Kou. The Love Wagon makes its way into the next country: Uganda.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Ulterior Motives - 2019

Hide gets a chilly reception. Encouraged by Husky, Shu-mai tries to talk to Su-su along the White Nile, but she has her eye on someone else.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

The Ugliest Man in Uganda - 2019

Haribo's health worsens, worrying Su-su in particular. The members meet 'Uganda's ugliest man,' one of the country's many disabled people.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

A Job for a Nurse - 2019

With help from his friends, Shu-mai gets a makeover, and one of the members takes a liking to Hide. The group speaks with some former child soldiers.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Dumplings, Eggs, and Shu-mai - 2019

Hide and the driver take Shu-mai to see a love shaman, who prescribes a magical meal to capture Su-su's affections. Then Haribo returns to the van.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Hold On... - 2019

One couple's blossoming love shows signs of strain during an overnight camping trip to Lake Victoria. Su-su decides to confess to Haribo.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

The Girl Who Never Got Picked - 2019

The Love Wagon rolls on to Rwanda, where new members await: dance instructor Yuina and ninja buff Joy-kun. Ill with typhoid, Kou goes on ahead.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

The African Miracle - 2019

At a rural hospital, the members observe the country's drone delivery system for blood transfusions. They also learn about the 1994 Rwandan genocide.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Time to Shine - 2019

With Kou and Yuina out sick, Husky is the only female member on the love wagon. When she gets sick too, the men try to think of ways to cheer them up.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

The Prince of the Uninhabited Island - 2019

Joy-kun asks the staff to have Husky meet him outside; O-ji worries about Kou, who's still very ill. Next the members visit Lake Kivu.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

I Can't Confess - 2019

O-ji plans a surprise for Kou while camping on an island in Lake Kivu, but a fierce storm stops him. The next morning, Kou makes an announcement.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

The Beast Descends - 2019

The remaining five members board a plane to Tanzania, where two new members join: idol cafe proprietor Aonyan and former host club manager Genove.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

What You Gave Me - 2019

Husky decides to spend the day with Genove, to Joy-kun's frustration. The members visit the famous archaeological site of Laetoli.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Like Moths to a Flame - 2019

As Genove causes a stir amongst the members, Hide proposes climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, a challenge that ended prematurely for him 15 years ago.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Mount Kilimanjaro–The Prologue - 2019

The members begin their six-day trek to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro. During the long ascent, Joy-kun tries to connect with Husky.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

The Place from My Dreams - 2019

On the final leg of the trek, all seven members make their way to the top of the summit, but the extreme conditions take a physical toll.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

You're like a Toilet to Me - 2019

Husky reflects on her mountain trek and how it's affected her view of Joy-kun. Having finished the climb, Hide informs the group about a big decision.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.

Vintage - 2019

Aonyan gives Genove her response to his confession. The remaining members move on to Zanzibar, where Husky opens up to Joy-kun about her past.
Karina Maruyama, Becky, Kohei Takeda, Ryo Kato - Sept. 10, 2020, 4 a.m.