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Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad

Meet Ryusuke Minami, a local musician known for his mischievous personality, who unexpectedly transforms Koyuki Tanaka's mundane existence by introducing her to the vibrant world of international pop culture through his eclectic tastes in music.

Fourteen-year-old Yukio "Koyuki" Tanaka is dispirited with no goals in life until he saves a mysterious dog named Beck from bullies. The owner, 16-year-old Ryuusuke "Ray" Minami, is an emerging guitarist and former member of a popular rock band. After meeting Ray at a diner, Koyuki discovers his passion for guitar and decides to join the band while supporting Ray's dream of leading the ultimate rock group. Together with Ray's sister Maho, they form BECK and embark on their journey in the world of rock music.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Jû yon sai

1. Jû yon sai

Aired: Oct 6, 2004

A teenage boy, disillusioned with his life, receives an unexpected encounter ...

Episode 2 Ikiteiru Ie

2. Ikiteiru Ie

Aired: Oct 13, 2004

Koyuki joins Ryusuke's band, Serial Mama, for their next performance, but Ryu...

Episode 3 Mizu ni Tsuki

3. Mizu ni Tsuki

Aired: Oct 20, 2004

Ryusuke sets his sights on forming a new band and passes on a crucial opportu...

Episode 4 Strum the Guitar

4. Strum the Guitar

Aired: Oct 27, 2004

Koyuki's guitar playing skills are temporarily derailed when he accidentally ...

Episode 5 Hyôdô to jagâ

5. Hyôdô to jagâ

Aired: Nov 2, 2004

As Beck's popularity grows, the group's first gig is on the horizon, and a hi...

Episode 6 Rushîru

6. Rushîru

Aired: Nov 9, 2004

The band's new member, Taira, joins Beck and the others for their first pract...

Episode 7 Lucille

7. Lucille

Aired: Nov 16, 2004

Maho discovers Koyuki's secret: he's been working tirelessly to repair the da...

Episode 8 Kônai hôsô

8. Kônai hôsô

Aired: Nov 23, 2004

Koyuki experiences a thrilling first jam session on rhythm guitar with Beck, ...

Episode 9 Live zen'ya

9. Live zen'ya

Aired: Nov 30, 2004

The drummer of Beck leaves the band to prioritize a more stable lifestyle, bu...

Episode 10 Face

10. Face

Aired: Dec 7, 2004

Koyuki's first performance with Beck gets off to a rocky beginning, but Ryusu...

Episode 11 Summer Holiday

11. Summer Holiday

Aired: Dec 14, 2004

A struggling local band faces off against the legendary guitarist from Dying ...

Episode 12 Shîkuretto raibu

12. Shîkuretto raibu

Aired: Dec 21, 2004

The Dying Breed show welcomes Beck's crew, with even Eiji unable to dampen th...

Episode 13 Aoi sora

13. Aoi sora

Aired: Dec 28, 2004

A group of friends, including Saku and Koyuki, team up to participate in the ...

Episode 14 Dream

14. Dream

Aired: Jan 4, 2005

Koyuki's determination to support Ryusuke's ambitions is pushed to the limit,...

Episode 15 Back to School

15. Back to School

Aired: Jan 11, 2005

Trouble is brewing and it looks like somebody might get hurt as Eddie receive...

Episode 16 Indîzu

16. Indîzu

Aired: Jan 18, 2005

Beck's music attracts attention from an indie label owner, offering a glimmer...

Episode 17 Surî deizu

17. Surî deizu

Aired: Jan 25, 2005

A small American record label expresses interest in releasing Beck's album, p...

Episode 18 Reon saikusu

18. Reon saikusu

Aired: Feb 1, 2005

Leon Sykes, a high-powered industry figure, arrives in town with Prudence on ...

Episode 19 Burûsu

19. Burûsu

Aired: Feb 8, 2005

A film premieres, catapulting Dying Breed to stardom, while a fervent woman b...

Episode 20 Gureito furu saundo

20. Gureito furu saundo

Aired: Feb 15, 2005

The Greatful Sound Music Festival is on the horizon, and the guys in Beck are...

Episode 21 Ongaku o Kakinasai

21. Ongaku o Kakinasai

Aired: Feb 22, 2005

Ryusuke aims to begin working on Beck's new album, but Chiba is occupied with...

Episode 22 Zen'ya sai

22. Zen'ya sai

Aired: Mar 1, 2005

Ryusuke intensifies his training regimen on Beck, but a night out with Greatf...

Episode 23 Festival

23. Festival

Aired: Mar 8, 2005

The highly anticipated music festival is about to kick off, but tensions are ...

Episode 24 Sâdo stêji

24. Sâdo stêji

Aired: Mar 15, 2005

The atmosphere is electric at Greatful Sound as the group prepares to perform...

Episode 25 Slip Out

25. Slip Out

Aired: Mar 22, 2005

The legend of Beck's Greatful Sound appearance continues to grow, shrouded in...

Episode 26 America

26. America

Aired: Mar 29, 2005

The band's enthusiasm is reignited as Koyuki pushes to reunite the group, des...

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Info about Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad

Current Status: Ended

Network: TV Tokyo

Production Country: Japan

Genres:Drama, Animation, Romance, Music