Ao no Hako (2024–present)
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Plot
Taiki Inomata, a third-year student in junior high, attends Eimei Academy, an integrated school with a major sports program. Having joined the high school badminton team, Taiki tries to attend open practice as early as possible. But no matter how early he goes, he always arrives second in the gymnasium. The person one step ahead of him is Chinatsu Kano, a first-year student in senior high and Taiki's crush.Chinatsu is the rising star of the basketball team, and the gap between her and Taiki could not be greater. Although Taiki is a decent badminton player, his popularity is nowhere near Chinatsu's, making it even less likely for his feelings to be reciprocated. However, in a strange twist of fate, she ends up living in Taiki's house!Wanting to become a worthy match for Chinatsu, Taiki pursues the same dream as his crush: to partake in the Nationals. Taiki starts training harder than ever before, all for the sake of building a strong relationship with his new housemate.
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Next episode: S02E01 — Episode 1 · October 4, 2026 countdown
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- 01
Chinatsu SenpaiDespite a few heart-fluttering encounters, Taiki doubts his crush Chinatsu even knows his name. Later, shocking news forces him to make a bold move. - 02
Wish Me LuckOn her way to return Chinatsu's mobile phone, Hina makes a shocking discovery. The gymnast faces mounting pressure while struggling with her new feelings. - 03
Can I Have One?Chinatsu overhears rival players speak poorly about her recent game. Later, Hina playfully steals a bite from Taiki — and Chinatsu notices from afar.
Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01Season's bestChinatsu SenpaiOctober 3, 2024Despite a few heart-fluttering encounters, Taiki doubts his crush Chinatsu even knows his name. Later, shocking news forces him to make a bo
- S01E02
You Have to Go to NationalsOctober 10, 2024Taiki's new housemate quickly makes herself at home. As they grow closer, his attempts to keep the situation a secret cause a misunderstandi - S01E03
ChiiOctober 17, 2024Taiki overhears Haryu calling Chinatsu by a special nickname and gets flustered. Will it affect his upcoming match against the upperclassman - S01E04
If He WinsOctober 24, 2024A 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 - S01E05
AquariumOctober 31, 2024With both players going neck and neck on the court, will Taiki win his match against Kishi — and will Chinatsu invite him to the aquarium? - S01E06Wish Me LuckNovember 7, 2024On her way to return Chinatsu's mobile phone, Hina makes a shocking discovery. The gymnast faces mounting pressure while struggling with her
- S01E07Can I Have One?November 14, 2024Chinatsu overhears rival players speak poorly about her recent game. Later, Hina playfully steals a bite from Taiki — and Chinatsu notices f
- S01E08
Score!November 21, 2024As Taiki strives to make it to the nationals, Chinatsu gives him a word of encouragement. Later, Haryu and Taiki face top players in the dou - S01E09
I'll Be Rooting for YouNovember 28, 2024Frustrated with his loss to Sajikawa High, Taiki overworks himself studying for midterms and falls ill, when Chinatsu suddenly appears in hi - S01E10
It's Not a Good ThingDecember 5, 2024After a sleepless night, Taiki asks Haryu for relationship advice. Later, Chinatsu realizes her recent behavior might hinder her dream and t - S01E11
Uncool!December 12, 2024With the annual fireworks festival approaching, Hina musters the courage to invite Taiki, who's been avoiding Chinatsu since their awkward c - S01E12
Girls...December 19, 2024Taiki attends the fireworks festival with Hina and is surprised by her new look and shyness. Later, he unexpectedly bumps into Chinatsu with - S01E13
I Want a Back-and-Forth RallyJanuary 2, 2025Taiki worries about a potential misunderstanding after Chinatsu departs. At the badminton nationals, he learns more about Karen and Haryu's - S01E14
What's the Connection?January 9, 2025While Chinatsu faces immense pressure at the nationals, Hina cheers up a worried Taiki with a game where the loser shares an embarrassing se - S01E15
August 26January 16, 2025Despite it being her birthday, Chinatsu still seems a little down. Taiki takes her somewhere special — but the weather might have other plan - S01E16
Unfair WomanJanuary 23, 2025As a new school term begins, the school buzzes with preparations for the upcoming festival. Chinatsu reflects on her restless feelings towar - S01E17
Of Course I Want to See ItJanuary 30, 2025Upon learning of an upcoming practice match with Sajikawa High, Taiki worries about facing Yusa gain. Chinatsu and Hina promise their suppor - S01E18
I KnowFebruary 6, 2025Sajikawa High arrives for the much-anticipated practice match. As Chinatsu watches from the sidelines, she thinks about how far Taiki has co - S01E19
I've Got PlansFebruary 13, 2025Just before the school festival starts, Taiki goes for his usual morning jog and finds Chinatsu practicing nearby. She extends a surprising - S01E20
As One of Her Closest FriendsFebruary 20, 2025After a blissful time with Chinatsu, Nishida's ominous fortune comes true! His classmate playing the prince can't perform, so Taiki must tak - S01E21
A Chance to BlossomFebruary 27, 2025While rumors swirl around Taiki and Hina, Chinatsu seems unfazed. However, while spending the night at Karen's, the basketballer shares her - S01E22
Inota!March 6, 2025After learning about Hina's unrequited feelings for Taiki, Ayame decides to help — and the perfect chance arises at the upcoming autumn trai - S01E23
SpinningMarch 13, 2025An exciting card game with friends leaves Taiki's head spinning. He mulls over his feelings for Chinatsu and Hina as the training camp conti - S01E24
A Roller CoasterMarch 20, 2025Hina 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 l - S01E25
Even SoMarch 27, 2025Ayame faces the consequences of her meddling and tries all sorts of ways to console Hina. Meanwhile, Taiki strengthens his resolve and asks
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- S02E01Episode 1October 4, 2026—
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