Episode 8 - Nana

The christening of " Hachi " separates Nana Komatsu's identity from Nana Osaki's, establishing a hierarchy in their friendship.

: While shopping for their new apartment, Nana Osaki gives Nana Komatsu the nickname " Hachi " (derived from Hachiko), likening her loyal and eager-to-please nature to that of a puppy. NANA Episode 8

: The Lotus Tattoo and the padlock necklace worn by Ren in the poster are crucial visual cues linking him to Nana O.. The christening of " Hachi " separates Nana

Ren Honjo’s "presence" via media (posters, music) acts as a ghost that haunts Nana O.'s new life in Tokyo. Ren Honjo’s "presence" via media (posters, music) acts

The act of shopping for the apartment serves as a bonding ritual that masks the deeper emotional disparities between the two women.

: Hachi's naive excitement about Trapnest creates a sharp contrast with Nana O.'s silent, brooding pain, highlighting their different outlooks on fame and love.