TV series
In early 1900s London, a young Japanese woman enrolls in a famous art school, only to be surprised when rivalry with a gifted classmate becomes romance.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Checked Sep 4, 2026
Love Through a Prism is available to stream on Netflix in United States. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
In early 1900s London, a young Japanese woman enrolls in a famous art school, only to be surprised when rivalry with a gifted classmate becomes romance.
Choose an episode, then use the watch options above for the show.
Episode 1
After weeks at sea, Lili Ichijoin finally arrives in London. She ends up lost, but a stranger shows the way to the academy — and a breathtaking sketch.
Directed by Kazuto Nakazawa, Tetsuya TakahashiWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Hochu Otsuka, Yuhko Kaida, Yasunori Matsumoto, Hiroshi Naka, Saya Horigome
Episode 2
Lili adjusts to her new life and tackles her first assignment: painting the sky. As she ponders the theme, she notices that her blue paint is missing.
Directed by Penny HungWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Hochu Otsuka, Kujira, Kosuke Katayama, Kaito Muroi, Koseki Kogure
Episode 3
Hoping to unearth the secret behind Kit's talent, Lili joins his quest to find the cave, but instead she discovers the beauty of the English countryside.
Directed by Tetsuya TakahashiWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Megumi Han, Taro Yamaguchi, Mari Kiyohara, Kaito Muroi, Koseki Kogure, Madoka Kido, Nagisa Kujime, Mana Koshirakawa
Episode 4
Lili hides her struggles in letters home. While preparing for a prestigious competitive show, she has a fateful meeting with a new student from Japan.
Directed by Shoichi HaritaWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Hiroaki Hirata, Junichi Suwabe, Hochu Otsuka, Kujira
Episode 5
The group visits Kit's sprawling family estate in the Lake District. There, Lili catches a glimpse of the pressures he faces as an aristocrat.
Directed by Penny HungWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Hiroaki Hirata, Junichi Suwabe, Sayuri Sadaoka, Takashi Matsuyama
Episode 6
After an afternoon with Kit's prized mare, the group attends a lavish ball, but Lili is missing. When Kit learns why, he arranges a surprise.
Directed by Kazuto Nakazawa, Shoichi Harita, Masaharu TomodaWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Sumire Uesaka, Hiroaki Hirata, Junichi Suwabe, Sayuri Sadaoka
Episode 7
Back in London and desperate to make ends meet, Lili drowns in work with no time to paint until Catherine suddenly appears with a lucrative proposal.
Directed by Yoshifumi SasaharaWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Sumire Uesaka, Ayumi Tsunematsu, Hochu Otsuka, Taro Kiuchi
Episode 8
While Lili paints the portrait over and over again, their initial friction fades as Catherine opens up. Later, Lili overhears a startling confession.
Directed by Shigeru ChibaWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Sumire Uesaka, Ayumi Tsunematsu, Hochu Otsuka, Eiji Mikami, Taiki Yamashita
Episode 9
As she watches him leave, Catherine thinks back on her childhood with Kit. Lili finds Peter brooding over his lack of talent, which soon boils over.
Directed by Yuka HashimotoWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Sumire Uesaka, Ayumi Tsunematsu, Sayaka Ohara, Kujira
Episode 10
After her outburst, Kit disappears, leaving Lili wracked with guilt. Shin takes her out to cheer her up. Later, Catherine drags her to Astoria House.
Directed by Daisuke TsukushiWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Sumire Uesaka, Ayumi Tsunematsu, Junichi Suwabe, Madoka Kido, Nagisa Kujime, Mana Koshirakawa
Episode 11
Catherine stands up to Richard and stands up for her new friend. Thinking that Kit has been locked away, Lili rushes to Drunnheim Hall to rescue him.
Directed by Shoichi HaritaWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Sumire Uesaka, Ayumi Tsunematsu, Hiroaki Hirata, Junichi Suwabe, Sayuri Sadaoka
Episode 12
Though it's her last chance to prove herself and stay in London, Lili abandons the final assignment and races to find Kit, who's absent from class.
Directed by Jiro ArimotoWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Hochu Otsuka, Kaito Muroi, Koseki Kogure, Madoka Kido
Episode 13
During a weekend in Dorothy's hometown, Lili faces her feelings. When they return to school, she's shocked by the results of the final assignment.
Directed by Yoshifumi SasaharaWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Hochu Otsuka, Nao Fujita, Kouki Osuzu, Hazuki Takao
Episode 14
While Lili sends a victory letter home, Kit faces the weight of aristocratic duty as Richard shares his worries about their role in the looming conflict.
Written by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Megumi Han, Hiroaki Hirata, Junichi Suwabe, Sayaka Ohara, Sayuri Sadaoka, Takashi Matsuyama, Kenji Hamada, Ayumu Kotomiya
Episode 15
Despite a sense of unease, everyone works on their final pieces as Kit attempts a brand new approach. Shin receives a confusing telegram from home.
Directed by Tetsuya TakahashiWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Akari Kito, Hochu Otsuka, Kujira, Madoka Kido
Episode 16
Lili also receives orders to return to Japan. In the rain, she searches for Kit, hoping for one more chance to tell him how she truly feels.
Directed by Yuka HashimotoWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Hochu Otsuka, Kujira, Madoka Kido, Nagisa Kujime, Mana Koshirakawa
Episode 17
As Lili prepares to depart, Peter also announces his plans to transfer. At their farewell party, Catherine arrives with news: Kit's ship is leaving now!
Directed by Shigeru ChibaWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Sumire Uesaka, Hochu Otsuka, Kaito Muroi, Koseki Kogure
Episode 18
Five years later. After receiving devastating news, Lili gives up on her two loves: Kit and painting, and seeks solace in Shin. He proposes to her.
Directed by Tetsuya TakahashiWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Akari Kito, Yuhko Kaida, Yasunori Matsumoto, Kujira, Masafumi Kobatake, Nodoka Hasegawa, Riona Yamashita
Episode 19
Lili stumbles upon an important letter and confronts Shin. After he reveals his strange sighting, they comb the harbour for Kit, hoping for a reunion.
Directed by Shoichi HaritaWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Akari Kito, Emiko Takeuchi, Koji Marunaka, Mei Hyakudomi, Soshiro Hori, Ran Koba, Daichi Kishi
Episode 20
Resolving to pursue art again, Lili and Shin break off their engagement. Meanwhile, Kit returns home. Will the two star-crossed lovers ever reunite?
Directed by Saki FujiiWritten by Yoko Kamio, Saki FujiiGuest stars Yuki Kaji, Megumi Han, Yohei Azakami, Shogo Sakata, Akari Kito, Sumire Uesaka, Ayumi Tsunematsu, Yuhko Kaida
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
Atsumi TanezakiLili Ichijoin (voice)
Koki UchiyamaKit Church (voice)
Yuki KajiShinnosuke Kobayakawa (voice)
Megumi HanDorothy Brown (voice)
Yohei AzakamiJoffrey O'Brien (voice)
Shogo SakataPeter Anthony (voice)
Akari KitoSakura Kobayakawa (voice)
Sumire UesakaCatherine Astor (voice)
Netflix
WIT STUDIOJapan
NetflixJapanMore shows like Love Through a Prism.
