Athlete Yusuke Tamuara joins as a studio guest, and Haruka gives Peppe her answer. After Ruka makes a special dinner, he gives a speech in English.

Friendships are never forgotten as Peppe takes his next step. The house takes on a more international feel as three new members arrive.

Members new and old get to know each other. Hana gets serious when Ryo returns home with an injury, and the housemates throw a Halloween party.

Kai offers Hana some emotional support as Ryo and Vivi grow closer. Tupas reveals more about himself to his housemates.

Comedian Chiemi Buruzon joins the studio. Kai works on his next routine, while Hana seeks advice from friends and the girls go on the offense for love.

Tupas treats Emika to a movie and dinner, and the female members go to Kai's standup show. Awkward encounters ensue between Hana, Vivi and Ryo.

Actor Eiichiro Funakoshi joins the studio. Hana reaches out to a sick Kai; Vivi dispenses some harsh advice and Ryo continues to send mixed signals.

The members go out for dinner together and Ryo shares some upsetting news. Later, he discusses his feelings honestly, and Vivi makes one last stand.

Emika tells Hana about her decision before her romantic date with Tupas. Kai and Hana bond, and attractive new tenant Toshiyuki joins the house.

Tupas and Emika leave the house, and new members Yume and Shion arrive. Toshiyuki goes on offense to get closer with each of the female members.

Vivi tries to make plans for Christmas with Ryo, but when it doesn't work out, Toshiyuki tests his prospects. The house gets into the holiday spirit.

Toshiyuki and Yume go on a passionate date, but Yume is hesitant about the next steps. Kai gets some advice and the members ring in the new year.