Hokkaido Gals Are Super Adorable - Episode 3

The episode begins with the classes arriving at a ski resort, where they are divided into groups based on their skiing abilities. Minami, who has been skiing since elementary school, is excited about the activity. She also shows great interest in befriending Akino Sayuri, a gyaru who embodies both originality and modernity, but her attempts to chat with Sayuri on the bus are met with resistance.

Sayuri and Tsubasa, both skiing beginners, are placed in the same group, but Sayuri remains distant, preferring to listen to music through her earbuds. She only breaks her silence to ask about Minami's relationship with Tsubasa, which he promptly denies.

The turning point comes when Tsubasa accidentally catches Sayuri in a compromising situation. This incident unexpectedly bridges the gap between them. During a lunch break on the bus, Sayuri talks about her excessive sweating, which has kept her from sports and unintentionally led to social isolation.

Now feeling more comfortable around Tsubasa, Sayuri reveals her passion for video games, particularly "Superb Crash Sisters Plus." She is surprised to learn Tsubasa has never played a video game before. As she teaches him the basics, the two grow closer, though Sayuri is careful not to go too far, as her enthusiasm has often been misunderstood in the past.

However, Tsubasa appreciates Sayuri's unique personality and appearance and expresses his eagerness to learn more about video games. Sayuri agrees to teach him and asks to be called "Teacher."

Caught up in the game, they lose track of time and decide to go skiing together. On the ski lift, they talk about Tsubasa's motivation to experience new things in Hokkaido and acknowledge Minami's role in it. Sayuri mentions her perception of Minami's interest in Tsubasa and her own suspicion about Minami's attempts to befriend her.

When they reach the summit, they witness a breathtaking sunset. Tsubasa proposes a deal: if he can ski down without falling, Sayuri should give Minami a chance. He believes Minami genuinely wants to be friends with Sayuri. The duo skis down, with Tsubasa mastering the slope but forgetting to teach Sayuri how to stop.

Minami, aptly nicknamed "Mountain Rescue Gyaru," quickly comes to Sayuri's aid. She demonstrates a safe stopping technique, which Sayuri mimics, resulting in a smooth and controlled stop. This shared experience breaks the ice between Sayuri and Minami.

When a teacher scolds Tsubasa and Sayuri, Tsubasa takes the blame, leaving Sayuri and Minami alone. Sayuri thanks her and apologizes for her cold behavior in the past. She addresses Minami by his first name, Fuyuki, causing Minami to blush. The episode ends on this positive note, highlighting the emergence of new friendships and the overcoming of barriers.