Sawada Honoka is a 14-year-old girl who is very timid. She easily gets bullied by other classmates. Honoka is a non-believer in God, Angels, and Devils. Though one day, a devil baby was dropped into her room while she was sleeping. What will Honoka believe in now?
DirectorMaki Kamiya
WriterMichihiro Tsuchiya
A Baby Boy Suddenly Appeared
Oct 10, 2011
Honoka Sawada is a sad young girl who lost her parents and is constantly picked on by her classmates. One morning, she wakes up to find a strange baby with a devil's tail named Mao. As Honoka is once again picked on by her classmates as she goes to buy some milk, Mao-chan responds by blasting them with some fire.
Fire-Breathing Baby
Oct 17, 2011
Honoka calls her childhood friend, Kyou Toono, and his classmate, Shin Sugisaki, to see Mao-chan. When Kyou leaves to watch his favorite anime, Mao-chan escapes the apartment.
Search for Mao-chan!
Oct 24, 2011
As Honoka and Shin search for Mao-chan, Mao-chan's exploration leads him to the top of a roof. Mao-chan is saved by a strange person who knows Mao-chan's true nature.
Mao-chan's Secret
Oct 31, 2011
The man reveals himself to be the director of a daycare for devil children such as Mao-chan. When Honoka feels uneasy about becoming Mao-chan's surrogate mother, she agrees to take care of him for a month while the director finds a replacement.
First Daycare
Nov 7, 2011
Mao-chan becomes grouchy towards Honoka after being left at the daycare center for the first time, but Shin manages to set things straight. Afterwards, the director gives Honoka an invite to a welcoming party where she'll meet the parents of other demon children.
Blizzard!? Lightning!?
Nov 14, 2011
Honoka meets some of the other parents and learns that demon children possesses abilities depending on what costume is worn. They use these abilities to protect their parents.
Papa and Mama are Fighting!?
Nov 21, 2011
Honoka becomes intimidated by Shin when he constantly scolds her for her clumsiness. Later that night, Mao-chan comes down with a fever.
Mao-chan in a Pinch!?
Nov 28, 2011
Reading the book that the Principal gave her, Honoka stops Mao-chan's fever by allowing him to release magic. As Honoka and Shin reconcile, Honoka's aunt, Rikako, comes home and is surprised when she sees Mao-chan.
The Great Make Up Plan!
Dec 5, 2011
With Shin's help, Honoka expresses her lonely feelings to her Aunt.
A Fun Playdate?
Dec 12, 2011
Honoka attends a practice for a play date with the mothers of the other devil children, Natsuki and Shiori, who don't get along with each other.
Everyone's Playdate?
Dec 19, 2011
Following Shin's advice, Honoka tries to help everyone get along by encouraging the children to play together.
A Stormy Playdate!
Dec 26, 2011
It is the day of the play date and everyone manages to get along.
First Sleepover
Jan 2, 2012
Mao-chan spends his first night without Honoka at the nursery, but it doesn't seem to be going so well.
Chibi Devi Expedition
Jan 9, 2012
Mao-chan and friends take a test of courage while spending the night at the nursery. They have to get pass all sorts of obstacles. The frightened devil babies try to overcome their fears together.
Goodbye Mao-chan
Jan 16, 2012
Honoka's time with Mao-chan has come to an end. Soon after leaving, she realizes that she loves Mao-chan and runs straight back to the daycare center.
Mao-chan's Daycare Journal
Jan 23, 2012
Honoka and Shin get to meet Karin-chan's father figure, who turns out to be Natsuki's younger brother, Itsuki. Itsuki goes to the same school and in the grade as Honoka.
First Feelings
Jan 30, 2012
Honoka begins to realize her feelings for Shin.
Mao-chan Wreaks Havoc!?
Feb 6, 2012
Mao-chan gets jealous when Honoka is not paying attention to him and tries to get her attention by throwing a tantrum.
Where is Mao-chan!?
Feb 13, 2012
Natsuki helps Honoka and Shin look for Mao-chan. Itsuki finds Mao-chan in an unexpected place.
Rai-chan's Mama
Feb 20, 2012
Honoka and Shin take care of Rai-chan while Honoka tries to convince Shiori to come back as Rai-chan's Mama.
Shiori-chan's True Feelings
Feb 27, 2012
Honoka continues to be persistent until Shiori's true feelings are revealed.
Meeting Shin-san
Mar 5, 2012
Honoka reflects on some of her encounters with Shin.
Intense Park Debut
Mar 12, 2012
Mao-chan is introduced to other kids at the park.
Stand up, Mao-chan!
Mar 19, 2012
Mao-chan is the last to stand up and walk.
Chibi Devi Sports Day
Mar 26, 2012
It is Sports Day at the Chibi Devi Day Care. Mao-chan competes against Karin-chan and Rai-chan.
Careful Not To Get Sick
Apr 2, 2012
Honoka catches a cold and needs to rest for the day. Shin does his best to take care of her and Mao-chan.
Big Confession Strategy!
Apr 9, 2012
Honoka is encouraged to confess her feelings to Shin.
Shots Are Scary?
Apr 16, 2012
When Mao-chan and the other devil children have to get inoculated, Shin needs to get over his fear of shots to help them. In the end, Mao-chan spoke his first word.
Talking Mao-chan
Sep 23, 2012
After having spoken his first word, Mao-chan learns to say new words. Karin-chan and Rai-chan have also begun to talk. One month later, Mao-chan reveals a secret!
Mama and Papa
Oct 7, 2012
It is awkward between Honoka and Shin since Honoka automatically avoids Shin. Mao-chan is initially very confused but then becomes determined to get his parents to reconcile, believing them to be fighting with each other.
Irritated Karin-chan
Oct 14, 2012
Karin-chan starts acting out. Honoka and Shin get some help from Mao-chan to find out why.
Rai-chan's Secret
Oct 21, 2012
Everyone believes Rai-chan to be a very obedient and good boy. When Shiori worries about him not being childlike enough, the Principal shows her another side of Rai-chan.
Present for Mama
Oct 28, 2012
It's time for arts and crafts at the nursery. Mao-chan is excited to create something for Honoka and works very hard on the present. But when he sneezes and accidentally burns his artwork, he becomes very sad.
Mao-chan's Obsession
Nov 4, 2012
Mao-chan becomes fascinated by the remote control and other button-pushing electronics.
Mysterious Being
Nov 11, 2012
Mao-chan and the other devil children meet someone new, but they find it hard to interact with the strange creature.
Let's Make a House
Nov 18, 2012
Mao-chan, Rai-chan, and Karin-chan work to build a house for their new pet. Mao-chan continues to have difficulties as the strange creature attempts to become friends with him.
Like? Hate?
Nov 25, 2012
Mao-chan is a picky eater. The daycare Principal promises Honoka that he will get Mao-chan used to eating cucumbers.
Let's Go to the Supermarket
Dec 2, 2012
Mao-chan, Karin-chan, and Rai-chan go to the supermarket for the first time on their own. Pepe accompanies them with a camera on his head so that Honoka, Shiori, and Natsuki can watch the children's behavior from the daycare.
Full of Costumes
Jan 6, 2013
The daycare's Principal shows everyone the "Magic Testing Room" where there are many costumes for the devil children to wear and to try different kinds of magic. Mao-chan and the others can use magic from wearing these special costumes even though their Mamas didn't make those costumes.
Mao-chan Loves to Help!
Jan 13, 2013
The daycare's Principal announces to the devil children that there will be a "Lend A Hand" contest. It's a competition to see who can be the most helpful to their Mamas and Papas.
Karin-chan's Wings
Jan 13, 2013
Karin-chan's devil baby wings begin to grow. Itsuki, her Papa figure, uses this chance to play a trick on her.
Rai-chan's Car
Jan 20, 2013
Rai-chan loves his remote-controlled toy car so much that when Shiori takes it away to get ready for bed time, he rebels the next day at the daycare.
Devil's Festival?
Jan 27, 2013
The daycare's Principal and Teacher Ito hold a devil's festival for the children.
The Dream Picture Book
Feb 10, 2013
The daycare Principal orders a dream picture book that allows all the sleeping devil children to share the same dream when the book is placed underneath their pillows. The Principal chooses to give them the "Big Adventure" dream.
The Big Adventure Dream
Feb 17, 2013
The group continues the Big Adventure by entering the treasure cave.
Kiss Me, Mao-chan
Apr 7, 2013
Mao-chan learns what a kiss is for and begins to give everyone a peck on the cheek to show his affection for them.
Grumpy Karin-chan
Apr 14, 2013
Karin-chan goes through a phase of being grumpy and cranky.
Big Brother's Picture Drama
Apr 21, 2013
The devil children get to see a picture show when they are visited by a storyteller at the daycare.
Little Guest
May 5, 2013
Kids from another daycare visit Mao-chan's daycare.
Mao-chan Acts Tough
May 12, 2013
Mao-chan wants to Honoka-chan to know that he is reliable by putting on a show of courage. He refuses to cry to show that he is strong and tough. But then, Mao-chan reverts to the form he was when he first appeared before Honoka and Shin.
Baby-Return
May 19, 2013
Mao's childishness has overwhelmed him and he's reverted to a baby! It's up to Rai and Karin to look after him at the nursery.
The Devil Hairstylist
May 26, 2013
After Itsuki helps cut Karin's hair, Natsuki will do anything to change it back. So the Principle summons a hairdresser from the Devil World to see if he can help.
Love Rival?
Jun 9, 2013
Chiyo and Ryuu visit the nursery again.
Mao-chan's Umbrella
Jun 16, 2013
Honoka buys Mao an umbrella in preparation for the upcoming rainy season. However, it's too early still and it won't rain! So Mao enlists Karin's magic...
Let's Go To The Devil World!
Jun 23, 2013
The Principle, Ms Itou, Rai, Karin, Mao and Pepe go on a school trip to Pepe's house in the Devil World!
The Secret of Pepe's House
Jun 30, 2013
Everybody is enjoying their stay at Pepe's house in the Devil World until they discover the toilet has a secret...
Lady of the Toilet
Jul 7, 2013
The toilet in Pepe's house is haunted! This is the perfect chance for Mao to try and get over his fear of ghosts and make a friend in the process.
Karin-chan's Battle
Sep 1, 2013
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Rai-chan's Bed-wetting
Sep 8, 2013
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Guess What I Am?
Sep 15, 2013
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When I Grow Up...
Sep 22, 2013
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Let's Go To The Mountain!
Oct 6, 2013
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A New Teacher?
Oct 13, 2013
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What's a Butler?
Oct 20, 2013
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Karin's Big Challenge!
Oct 27, 2013
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Battle With Clay!
Nov 10, 2013
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Mao-chan and Little Red Riding Hood
Nov 17, 2013
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Walk with Dad
Nov 24, 2013
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Mao-chan's Christmas
Dec 1, 2013
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Motchy of the Mochi
Jan 5, 2014
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Getting Rid of the Tooth Cavity!
Jan 12, 2014
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Everyone's Morning
Jan 19, 2014
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Enchou-sensei's Cold
Jan 26, 2014
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Mao-chan Goes to Space!
Feb 9, 2014
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Back Home With Everyone!
Feb 16, 2014
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