This week's episode of "Terrace House" was all about love — showing it, fighting for it and accepting it — and it marked quite a change from previous kitchen table talks that revolved around mundane topics like Instagram or making carbonara.

After trying for weeks to get closer to Ryo, Hana is heartbroken over Vivi's ability to effortlessly steal her crush within days of moving in. Hearing her quiet sobs, Kai whisks Hana to the playroom so she can cry in private and vent. Wiping away her tears, Hana admits that she's just frustrated.

Hana's on to something, though, because Ryo and Vivi are getting along very well. We see them casually chatting about their families, food and, eventually, their love lives. They agree that they are each looking for a partner for life, not just a fun date or two. Speaking of dates, both of them wonder why they can't just spend time with people in the house without it being labeled a "date" — a nod to their respective pottery and hot spring ... hangouts with Kai and Hana.