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Blue Box

Thu, Oct 3, 2024
  • Animation
  • Comedy
  • Drama
Series · Synopsis

Synopsis

Taiki Inomata loves badminton, but he has a long way to go before he can reach nationals. When Taiki sees upperclassman Chinatsu Kano practicing her heart out on the girls’ basketball team, he falls for her hard. After an unexpected turn of events brings the two closer together, sports might not be the first thing on their minds anymore!

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Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Shoya Chiba
    Shoya Chiba
    as Taiki Inomata (voice)
  • Reina Ueda
    Reina Ueda
    as Chinatsu Kano (voice)
  • Akari Kito
    Akari Kito
    as Hina Chono (voice)
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Episodes

2 seasons · 26 episodes

Running · 1 upcoming · 25 aired
Season 1
25 episodes · 25 aired
▾
  • E1
    Chinatsu Senpai
    Aired · Thu, Oct 3, 2024 · 24m

    Despite a few heart-fluttering encounters, Taiki doubts his crush Chinatsu even knows his name. Later, shocking news forces him to make a bold move.

  • E2
    You Have to Go to Nationals
    Aired · Thu, Oct 10, 2024 · 24m

    Taiki's new housemate quickly makes herself at home. As they grow closer, his attempts to keep the situation a secret cause a misunderstanding.

  • E3
    Chii
    Aired · Thu, Oct 17, 2024 · 24m

    Taiki overhears Haryu calling Chinatsu by a special nickname and gets flustered. Will it affect his upcoming match against the upperclassman?

  • E4
    If He Wins
    Aired · Thu, Oct 24, 2024 · 24m

    A gym uniform mix-up leads to a heart-pounding exchange. Later, Haryu raises the stakes for Taiki's match, while Kyo makes a secret request to Chinatsu.

  • E5
    Aquarium
    Aired · Thu, Oct 31, 2024 · 24m

    With both players going neck and neck on the court, will Taiki win his match against Kishi — and will Chinatsu invite him to the aquarium?

  • E6
    Wish Me Luck
    Aired · Thu, Nov 7, 2024 · 24m

    On her way to return Chinatsu's mobile phone, Hina makes a shocking discovery. The gymnast faces mounting pressure while struggling with her new feelings.

  • E7
    Can I Have One?
    Aired · Thu, Nov 14, 2024 · 24m

    Chinatsu overhears rival players speak poorly about her recent game. Later, Hina playfully steals a bite from Taiki — and Chinatsu notices from afar.

  • E8
    Score!
    Aired · Thu, Nov 21, 2024 · 24m

    As Taiki strives to make it to the nationals, Chinatsu gives him a word of encouragement. Later, Haryu and Taiki face top players in the doubles match.

  • E9
    I'll Be Rooting for You
    Aired · Thu, Nov 28, 2024 · 24m

    Frustrated with his loss to Sajikawa High, Taiki overworks himself studying for midterms and falls ill, when Chinatsu suddenly appears in his room.

  • E10
    It's Not a Good Thing
    Aired · Thu, Dec 5, 2024 · 24m

    After a sleepless night, Taiki asks Haryu for relationship advice. Later, Chinatsu realizes her recent behavior might hinder her dream and trouble others.

  • E11
    Uncool!
    Aired · Thu, Dec 12, 2024 · 24m

    With the annual fireworks festival approaching, Hina musters the courage to invite Taiki, who's been avoiding Chinatsu since their awkward conversation.

  • E12
    Girls...
    Aired · Thu, Dec 19, 2024 · 24m

    Taiki attends the fireworks festival with Hina and is surprised by her new look and shyness. Later, he unexpectedly bumps into Chinatsu with a lost child.

  • E13
    I Want a Back-and-Forth Rally
    Aired · Thu, Dec 26, 2024 · 24m

    Taiki worries about a potential misunderstanding after Chinatsu departs. At the badminton nationals, he learns more about Karen and Haryu's relationship.

  • E14
    What's the Connection?
    Aired · Thu, Jan 2, 2025 · 24m

    While Chinatsu faces immense pressure at the nationals, Hina cheers up a worried Taiki with a game where the loser shares an embarrassing secret.

  • E15
    August 26
    Aired · Thu, Jan 9, 2025 · 24m

    Despite it being her birthday, Chinatsu still seems a little down. Taiki takes her somewhere special — but the weather might have other plans.

  • E16
    Unfair Woman
    Aired · Thu, Jan 16, 2025 · 24m

    As a new school term begins, the school buzzes with preparations for the upcoming festival. Chinatsu reflects on her restless feelings towards Taiki.

  • E17
    Of Course I Want to See It
    Aired · Thu, Jan 23, 2025 · 24m

    Upon learning of an upcoming practice match with Sajikawa High, Taiki worries about facing Yusa again. Chinatsu and Hina promise their support.

  • E18
    I Know
    Aired · Thu, Jan 30, 2025 · 24m

    Sajikawa High arrives for the much-anticipated practice match. As Chinatsu watches from the sidelines, she thinks about how far Taiki has come.

  • E19
    I've Got Plans
    Aired · Thu, Feb 6, 2025 · 24m

    Just before the school festival starts, Taiki goes for his usual morning jog and finds Chinatsu practicing nearby. She extends a surprising invitation.

  • E20
    As One of Her Closest Friends
    Aired · Thu, Feb 13, 2025 · 24m

    After a blissful time with Chinatsu, Nishida's ominous fortune comes true! His classmate playing the prince can't perform, so Taiki must take on the role.

  • E21
    A Chance to Blossom
    Aired · Thu, Feb 20, 2025 · 24m

    While rumors swirl around Taiki and Hina, Chinatsu seems unfazed. However, while spending the night at Karen's, the basketballer shares her true thoughts.

  • E22
    Inota!
    Aired · Thu, Feb 27, 2025 · 24m

    After learning about Hina's unrequited feelings for Taiki, Ayame decides to help — and the perfect chance arises at the upcoming autumn training camp!

  • E23
    Spinning
    Aired · Thu, Mar 6, 2025 · 24m

    An exciting card game with friends leaves Taiki's head spinning. He mulls over his feelings for Chinatsu and Hina as the training camp continues.

  • E24
    A Roller Coaster
    Aired · Thu, Mar 13, 2025 · 24m

    Hina experiences a roller coaster of emotions over her affection for Taiki and, thanks to Ayame, gets a chance to be alone with him on the last night.

  • E25
    Even So
    Aired · Thu, Mar 20, 2025 · 24m
Season 2
1 episode · 1 upcoming
▾
  • E1
    Episode 1
    Drops · Sun, Oct 4, 2026 · 24m