Blue Box

Kouji Miura crafted Blue Box, a sports romance that blends badminton drama with high school life. The series ran in Weekly Shōnen Jump from April 2021 through July 2026, filling 26 collected volumes. Readers followed Taiki Inomata and Chinatsu Kano as they navigated their shared passion for the sport while dealing with teenage feelings. The story balances intense tournament matches with quiet moments of personal growth, avoiding typical tropes by focusing on the technical side of the game and the emotional weight of competition. The manga reached over 10 million copies in circulation by May 2026, proving its appeal extended beyond standard genre fans. TMS Entertainment brought the tale to screens with an anime adaptation that aired between October 2024 and March 2025. Telecom Animation Film handled the animation work before Electric Circus took over production for a second season scheduled to start in October 2026. This project stands out for its realistic portrayal of athletic training and the complex dynamics between teammates.[edit]