Terrace House: Aloha State

Terrace House: Aloha State (Japanese: テラスハウス アロハ ステート, Hepburn: Terasu Hausu Aroha Sutēto) is a Japanese reality television series in the Terrace House franchise set in Hawaii. It premiered on Netflix as a Netflix Original on November 1, 2016 and ended on August 29, 2017. It is a Netflix and Fuji co-production which is also broadcast on Fuji Television in Japan. This is the first overseas edition of Terrace House.[1] This season was originally planned to last for 24 episodes, but got extended to 36 episodes mid-season.[2]

Terrace House: Aloha State
The initial cast of Terrace House: Aloha State.
GenreReality
Presented byYou, Reina Triendl, Yoshimi Tokui, Azusa Babazono, Ryota Yamasato, Kentaro
Opening theme"New Romantics" by Taylor Swift (Japan)
"Slow Down" by Matthew Heath & Grady Griggs (International)
Ending theme"Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol (Japan)
"Slow Down" by Matthew Heath & Grady Griggs (International)
Country of originJapan
Original languageJapanese
No. of episodes36
Original release
NetworkFuji Television, Netflix
ReleaseNovember 1, 2016 (2016-11-01) –
August 29, 2017 (2017-08-29)
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Cast

Main cast

NameOccupationBirth dateAge*Appearance
EnglishJapaneseNicknameEps#
01Lauren Tsaiローレン・サイLaurenaspiring illustrator, model(1998-02-11)February 11, 19981801–1717
02Yuya Shibusawa澁澤侑哉Yuyaaspiring actor(1998-01-20)January 20, 19981801–2222
03Avian Kuエビアン・クーAviansalesclerk(1990-09-04)September 4, 19902601–2222
04Eric De Mendoncaエリック デ メンドンサEriccarpenter(1989-08-11)August 11, 19892701–1212
05Naomi Lorraine Frankフランク奈緒美ロレインNaomiundecided(1993-01-09)January 9, 19932301–1010
06Yusuke Aizawa鮎澤悠介Yusuke/Eden Kaimusician, ukulele player(1998-09-24)September 24, 19981801–1010
07Anna Haneishi羽石杏奈Annapart-timer(1994-09-13)September 13, 19942210–2516
08Taishi Tamaki玉城大志Taishiactor(1987-06-21)June 21, 19872910–3627
09Guy Sato佐藤魁Guypro surfer(1996-11-17)November 17, 19962012–3019
10Niki Niwa丹羽仁希Nikiuniversity studentOctober 15, 19962017–259
11Cheri Maria Sumikawa Lavoieシェリ・マリア・澄川・ラボエCherirealtorMarch 24, 19912522–3615
12Wesley Nakajima中嶋ウェスリーWezrapperMarch 1, 19882922–3615
13Jennifer Mila Hasegawa長谷川 ジェニファー ミラMilaundecidedJuly 7, 19971925–306
14Chikako Fukuyama福山智可子Chikaspa receptionistNovember 8, 19882826–3611
15Mariko Nitta新田満里子MarikobankerSeptember 18, 19912530–367
16Ryo Sekikawa関川良RyoretailerDecember 7, 19902630–367

*Age when they first joined Terrace House.

Timeline

Guest appearances

NameJapaneseCast memberEpisode(s)
Seina Shimabukuro島袋聖南Boys × Girls Next DoorPart 1 Episode 7
Daiki Ito伊東大輝Boys × Girls Next DoorPart 1 Episode 7
Arman Bitarafビタラフ・アルマンBoys & Girls in the CityPart 3 Episode 3 / Part 4 Episode 9
Masako Endo遠藤政子Boys & Girls in the CityPart 3 Episode 3 / Part 4 Episode 9
Masato Yukawa湯川正人Boys × Girls Next DoorPart 4 Episode 3

Episodes

No. in SeasonNo. in PartTitleNetflix release date [3]Television air date [3]Length (mins)
Part 1
11"Terrace House in Aloha State"November 1, 2016 (2016-11-01)November 28, 201635
Terrace House is back with six new members! As they slowly trickle in, they get acquainted with each other and their beautiful new home.
22"The 18-Year-Old Madonna"November 8, 2016 (2016-11-08)December 5, 201634
The house blackboard is filling up with everyone's plans. Lauren takes Yuya and Naomi into town and the three bond at Coffee Talk.
33"The Reason Why He Can't Get a Girlfriend"November 15, 2016 (2016-11-15)December 12, 201631
Avian helps Naomi find a restaurant job. Yuya heads to his language school to take a placement test. Lauren's drawings continue to improve.
44"More Than a Hug"November 22, 2016 (2016-11-22)December 19, 201633
Avian and Lauren meet with Eric to encourage him to apologize to Naomi. Naomi's job interview goes well and she thanks Yusuke for his help.
55"Living in a Shared House Is Tough"December 6, 2016 (2016-12-06)January 9, 201736
Everyone heads to Waimea Bay Beach Park, where Lauren explains what happened with her job. Later, Yuya and Yusuke talk about relationships.
66"Making My Move"December 13, 2016 (2016-12-13)January 16, 201730
Eric and Lauren go to the farmer's market to try some coconut. Naomi successfully hostesses her first table. Yusuke has a heart-to-heart with his dad.
77"She Is a Legend"December 20, 2016 (2016-12-20)January 23, 201736
Naomi asks Yuya out, but he turns her down. Later, she overhears him making plans with Avian. Yusuke and Avian check out Lauren's fashion show.
88"Taste of Catfish on the First Date"December 27, 2016 (2016-12-27)January 30, 201737
Yusuke prepares for his date with Lauren, but she's apprehensive. Yuya tells Avian he's serious about her, but she thinks Naomi may be a better match.
Part 2
91"Black Tears"January 10, 2017 (2017-01-10)February 6, 201734
Avian helps Yusuke get over his date. Meanwhile, Naomi has a special request for Avian, who puts pressure on Lauren to change her Thanksgiving plans.
102"It's You"January 17, 2017 (2017-01-17)February 13, 201739
The residents hold back their tears and see Naomi off. Eric likes Lauren, but worries about the age gap. Avian and Yuya enjoy a candlelit dinner.
113"A Love to Die For"January 24, 2017 (2017-01-24)February 20, 201736
The housemates meet the new male cast member, Taishi, who's looking for a love to die for. At age 29, he doesn't want to waste any time.
124"Pretty Guy"January 31, 2017 (2017-01-31)February 27, 201736
Taishi and Avian spend some quality time together, then Anna and Taishi share a hug. Eric leaves the House and a new cast member arrives.
135"A Secret Crush"February 14, 2017 (2017-02-14)March 13, 201741
Pro surfer Guy shows his skills. Yuya and Avian head out for a romantic Christmas dinner that starts well but ends on a disappointing note.
146"Love Kicks Off"February 21, 2017 (2017-02-21)March 20, 201741
The house attends Lauren's art exhibition. She's crushing on Taishi but confesses to Avian that she's never asked a guy out on a date before.
157"One Direction"February 28, 2017 (2017-02-28)April 10, 201743
Lauren and Taishi head out on their nighttime walk together. Later, he invites Anna on a horseriding date. Guy changes his image in an unexpected way.
168"The Pipeline: Where Surfing Lives"March 7, 2017 (2017-03-07)April 17, 201738
Lauren prepares for a big change. The members head to Ehukai Beach Park to see Guy surf the Pipeline, but he comes home with an unfortunate surprise.
Part 3
171"Shirofune"March 21, 2017 (2017-03-21)April 24, 201738
The house undergoes a tearful transition, Yuya rethinks the status of his relationship, and a new member makes her first appearance at the house.
182"Everyone's Sweetheart"March 28, 2017 (2017-03-28)May 1, 201744
Taishi takes the lead at dinner with cute new member Niki. The house reacts to Yuya and Avian's announcement. Lauren, a former member, reappears to meet Guy in Japan.
193"A Long & Winding Road to Love"April 4, 2017 (2017-04-04)May 8, 201739
Guy finally makes his return to surfing and has a long chat with Taishi afterward. Niki tells Taishi about the results of her job interview.
204"Guilty Samurai"April 11, 2017 (2017-04-11)May 15, 201747
Guy makes an exciting announcement to the house. A worried Taishi turns to Avian for romantic guidance, then dispenses some life advice to Yuya.
215"Plan it or Wing it"April 25, 2017 (2017-04-25)May 21, 201742
Taishi and Niki head to the climbing gym for their well-planned date. Later, Niki and Guy hang out in the living room together.
226"Losing the Lead Role"May 2, 2017 (2017-05-02)June 5, 201732
The house -- and Yusuke reappears to -- attend Avian's swimsuit brand launch party. Two residents depart and two new members prepare to enter the house.
237"She's Not Much of a Nature-Lover"May 9, 2017 (2017-05-09)June 12, 201738
Guy and Niki spend the day at the beach, then head to Cinnamon's to catch a show. Later that night, Taishi and Cheri have a chat by the pool.
248"A Kiss in the Moment"May 16, 2017 (2017-05-16)June 19, 201735
Cheri confronts Taishi about his womanizing ways. Guy asks Niki directly about their date, and about her impending departure.
Part 4
251"I Love You, Sayonara"May 30, 2017 (2017-05-30)July 3, 201738
Guy and Niki still haven't talked about their feelings directly. It's the night before Niki's departure, but she might not be the only one leaving.
262"Erotic Frequency"June 6, 2017 (2017-06-06)July 10, 201731
Two new housemates join the group: former fashion student Jennifer Mila and long-term Hawaii resident Chikako. Taishi is smitten with Chikako.
273"No One Like You"June 13, 2017 (2017-06-13)July 17, 201734
Moving fast, Taishi invites Chikako on a date to an izakaya. Meanwhile, Cheri and Mila go see Eric and plan to attend Wez's show.
284"Isn't She Just a Bitch?"June 20, 2017 (2017-06-20)July 24, 201734
After hitting it off on their date, Taishi and Chikako make plans to go hiking together. Cheri and Eric meet for breakfast, but she has other plans.
295"Too Much"July 4, 2017 (2017-07-04)July 31, 201738
Pouring rain interrupts Taishi and Chikako's hiking trip. Guy and Mila make dinner plans, while Cheri tells Eric she's been seeing other guys.
306"The Secret Hook Up"July 11, 2017 (2017-07-11)August 7, 201734
Guy's departure date approaches while everyone teases Taishi about giving Chikako socks. Late one night, Cheri and Eric go out drinking.
317"Lonesome Women"July 18, 2017 (2017-07-18)August 14, 201733
After spending the night with Eric, Cheri goes on a date with Connor, a Russian college student. Anna comes to visit her old housemates.
328"The Monster She Made"July 25, 2017 (2017-07-25)August 21, 201735
Salaryman Ryo moves in from Japan and immediately gets into surfing. After asking about Taishi's feelings, Chikako goes for coffee with Ryo.
339"The Blues of Bruno Mars"August 8, 2017 (2017-08-08)September 4, 201741
After her ex-husband sends her a message saying he still loves her, Chikako agrees to meet him. Later, she talks with Taishi.
3410"Breakdown"August 15, 2017 (2017-08-15)September 11, 201740
Taishi takes point at a tense house meeting in which the members tell Cheri they feel disrespected. The next day she goes on a picnic with Ryo.
3511"Shinuhodo No Koi"August 22, 2017 (2017-08-22)September 18, 201735
Taishi is about to turn 30, and he plans a big date with Chikako, writing out a script the night before. The housemates try Kona coffee.
3612"Bye Bye Terrace House in Aloha State"August 29, 2017 (2017-08-29)September 25, 201729
The other housemates decide to leave early so Taishi and Chikako can have a night alone. Everyone is making plans to go to Japan.

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