Episode Overview Title: "Goku's Marriage" (often translated as "Anonymous Proposal") Original Air Date: November 23, 1988 Arc: Piccolo Jr. Saga
After Goku defeats her by knocking her out of the ring with a kiai (spirit blast), she reveals her identity as Chi-Chi , the daughter of the Ox-King. Dragon Ball Episode 137
To honor his word, Goku proposes to her right there in the middle of the ring, which she happily accepts. Key Character Developments Key Character Developments Returns as a formidable martial
Returns as a formidable martial artist, having trained extensively to confront Goku about his promise. Goku, who had misunderstood what marriage was at
The 23rd World Martial Arts Tournament (Tenkaichi Budokai).
Chi-Chi explains that Goku promised to marry her years ago (during the Emperor Pilaf Saga ) when they were children. Goku, who had misunderstood what marriage was at the time, admits he thought "marriage" was something to eat.
Demonstrates his grown-up strength and his literal-minded sense of honor.