Blue Box
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Blue Box

Do these sports-crossed lovers have a chance?

7.9 / 10
2024
2 seasons
26 episodes
AnimationComedyDrama

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

Seasons

  • Chinatsu Senpai

    1.Chinatsu Senpai

    8.7
    03-10-202424m

    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.

  • You Have to Go to Nationals

    2.You Have to Go to Nationals

    8.0
    10-10-202424m

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

  • Chii

    3.Chii

    7.6
    17-10-202424m

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

  • If He Wins

    4.If He Wins

    7.4
    24-10-202424m

    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.

  • Aquarium

    5.Aquarium

    7.8
    31-10-202424m

    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?

  • Wish Me Luck

    6.Wish Me Luck

    8.5
    07-11-202424m

    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.

  • Can I Have One?

    7.Can I Have One?

    8.5
    14-11-202424m

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

  • Score!

    8.Score!

    8.5
    21-11-202424m

    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.

  • I'll Be Rooting for You

    9.I'll Be Rooting for You

    8.3
    28-11-202424m

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

  • It's Not a Good Thing

    10.It's Not a Good Thing

    7.0
    05-12-202424m

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

  • Uncool!

    11.Uncool!

    8.3
    12-12-202424m

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

  • Girls...

    12.Girls...

    8.3
    19-12-202424m

    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.

  • I Want a Back-and-Forth Rally

    13.I Want a Back-and-Forth Rally

    8.0
    02-01-202524m

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

  • What's the Connection?

    14.What's the Connection?

    8.0
    09-01-202524m

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

  • August 26

    15.August 26

    8.5
    16-01-202524m

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

  • Unfair Woman

    16.Unfair Woman

    8.0
    23-01-202524m

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

  • Of Course I Want to See It

    17.Of Course I Want to See It

    7.5
    30-01-202524m

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

  • I Know

    18.I Know

    7.5
    06-02-202524m

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

  • I've Got Plans

    19.I've Got Plans

    8.0
    13-02-202524m

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

  • As One of Her Closest Friends

    20.As One of Her Closest Friends

    7.5
    20-02-202524m

    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.

  • A Chance to Blossom

    21.A Chance to Blossom

    6.0
    27-02-202524m

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

  • Inota!

    22.Inota!

    7.5
    06-03-202524m

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

  • Spinning

    23.Spinning

    7.0
    13-03-202524m

    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.

  • A Roller Coaster

    24.A Roller Coaster

    7.0
    20-03-202524m

    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.

  • Even So

    25.Even So

    6.0
    27-03-202524m

    Ayame faces the consequences of her meddling and tries all sorts of ways to console Hina. Meanwhile, Taiki strengthens his resolve and asks Chinatsu out.

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