%20022%20(1080p).mkv_20231223_223424.108.jpg "CMC022") **Episode 22: Maru-chan Gets Pen Pals!/I Love Free Study Time!** **Original Airdate: June 3rd, 1990** Maruko tries keeping up correspondence with two pen pals from across the country, hoping beyond hope that they'll send some presents her way. Then, Maruko catches a lucky break when her sensei calls in sick on a day when she's forgotten to do her homework.