Ep 18. At the Beach

At the Beach is the eighteenth episode of the first season of the anime series Nisekoi. It follows the story of Raku Ichijou, a high school student who is forced into a fake relationship with Chitoge Kirisaki, the daughter of a local gang leader. The story is set in motion when Raku loses a precious locket that was given to him by his childhood sweetheart, and Chitoge is the only one who can help him find it.

In this episode, the gang decides to take a trip to the beach for a day of fun in the sun. Raku is reluctant to go, as he is worried about his secret feelings for Onodera, his childhood friend and the girl who gave him the locket. Chitoge, on the other hand, is excited about the trip, as she sees it as an opportunity to get closer to Raku and prove to him that their fake relationship can work.

The gang arrives at the beach and immediately starts having fun. Chitoge, however, seems to be having a hard time fitting in, as she is not used to the beach and feels out of place. Raku notices this and tries to cheer her up by teaching her how to swim. The two end up having a great time together, and Raku begins to see Chitoge in a new light.

Meanwhile, Onodera is also at the beach with her friends. She sees Raku and Chitoge together and becomes jealous, thinking that Raku has chosen Chitoge over her. She decides to confess her feelings to Raku, but is interrupted by a sudden rainstorm. Raku and Chitoge take shelter in a nearby cave and get trapped there as the storm worsens.

As they wait for the storm to pass, Raku and Chitoge talk about their fake relationship and how it has affected them. Chitoge confesses that she knows their relationship is not real, but that she still enjoys spending time with Raku. Raku realizes that he has been unfair to Chitoge and begins to see her in a new light.

The storm eventually passes, and Raku and Chitoge manage to make it back to the beach. Onodera sees them together again and becomes even more jealous. As the gang prepares to leave the beach, Raku realizes that he has to make a decision between Chitoge and Onodera.

At the Beach is a lighthearted episode that focuses on the characters' relationships with each other. It provides some insight into Chitoge's feelings for Raku and sets the stage for the upcoming episodes as Raku tries to make a decision between the two girls. The episode is full of humor and heart, and the beach setting provides a fun backdrop for the story. Overall, it is a great addition to the series and a must-watch for any Nisekoi fan.