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A hard-working, well-intentioned protagonist who balances his feelings for Chinatsu with rigorous badminton training.

A second season, animated by Electric Circus, is scheduled to premiere in October 2026 . Ao%2Cno%2CHako%2C%E2%80%93%2C%E6%BC%AB%E7%94%BB%2Craw%20

Taiki’s observant and sarcastic best friend who often provides wise advice. animated by Electric Circus

A talented basketball player and Taiki's "senpai" (upperclassman). She is portrayed as disciplined yet approachable. Ao%2Cno%2CHako%2C%E2%80%93%2C%E6%BC%AB%E7%94%BB%2Craw%20

A top-tier badminton player who becomes both a mentor and a rival to Taiki. Media Adaptations & Reach

Ao no Hako Blue Box Comic Manga Vol.1-21 Book set Kouji Miura Japanese