The manga 'Love Hina' by Ken Akamatsu begins serialization in Weekly Shōnen Magazine.
The first tankōbon volume of 'Love Hina' manga is published in Japan.
The anime adaptation of 'Love Hina' begins airing on Japanese television.
The 14th and final volume of 'Love Hina' manga is published, concluding the series.
The special Christmas episode of 'Love Hina' anime is broadcast in Japan.
Airing of the Love Hina 'Spring Special' anime episode.
Release of the 'Love Hina Again' OVA series continuing the story post-TV series.
Tokyopop announces licensing Love Hina manga for English translation and publication in North America.
Pioneer Entertainment announces licensing of Love Hina anime for English-speaking audiences.
Keitaro Urashima makes a childhood promise to a girl to enter Tokyo University together.
Keitaro fails the entrance exams for Tokyo University multiple times, increasing his determination.
Keitaro arrives at his grandmother's inn, Hinata Inn, which has been converted into a female-only dormitory.
Keitaro meets Naru, a girl also preparing for the Tokyo University entrance exams, and they begin a tumultuous relationship.
Keitaro becomes the manager of Hinata Inn and caretaker for its female residents.
Keitaro develops relationships with all the girls living in Hinata Inn, including Motoko, Shinobu, Mitsune, and others.
The group goes on a beach trip, leading to various comedic and romantic episodes.
Keitaro confesses his feelings to Naru, but misunderstandings cause complications.
Residents celebrate the New Year, strengthening their bonds.
Keitaro finally passes the Tokyo University entrance exam, fulfilling his promise.
Keitaro and Naru start their romantic relationship officially.