: When Momiji was born as the Rabbit of the Zodiac, his mother was so traumatised by his transformation that she suffered a severe mental breakdown and attempted suicide.
: To save her, Hatori erased her memories of ever having a son. Momiji now lives as an outsider to his own family, watching his mother and sister from afar while they remain unaware of his existence. Fruits Basket Episode 14
: The night before the visit, Momiji helps Tohru finish her cleaning job. During this time, Tohru witnesses Momiji’s mother picking up his younger sister, Momo. Momiji’s mother treats him like a stranger, which leads to the revelation of his family's secret. Momiji’s Backstory : When Momiji was born as the Rabbit
: This episode marks the debut of the second opening theme, "Chime" by Ai Otsuka. : The night before the visit, Momiji helps
: Tohru plans to visit her mother’s grave with her best friends, Uotani and Hanajima. Yuki asks to accompany them to pay his respects, while Kyo remains notably silent and conflicted.
In , titled " That's a Secret ," the story focuses on the first anniversary of Kyoko Honda's death and reveals the heartbreaking backstory of Momiji Sohma. Plot Summary
: Kyo's hesitation to visit Kyoko's grave stems from his deep-seated guilt and a mysterious connection to Tohru’s mother, which is further explored in later episodes.