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This anime is going to be my favourite romance series of all time. Every character in this anime is such a green flag, and you'll be loving them more and more while watching the whole episode. And the animation is gorgeous!! I haven't read the manga yet, I think this is a very good adaptation of the manga by seeing the story and scenes. The art style also perfectly suits the anime, as it complements the series' slow-paced and delicate narrative, giving it a calming and reflective atmosphere. What I also love about Blue Box is how it captures that feeling of being young and figuring things out-whether it's your feelings for someone or what you want to do with your life. Both Taiki and Chinatsu are at this point where they're trying to chase their dreams, and that uncertainty of youth really comes through. It's not all smooth sailing for them, and that makes the story feel even more real.

In the end, Blue Box is more than just a sports or romance series. It's got this charm that's hard to explain, but once you're hooked, you're hooked. If you're into stories that feel real, where the emotions sneak up on you and the characters grow right in front of you, then Blue Box is definitely worth checking out.

Really curious about this anime being a fan of sports and was really surprised by the story line and the characters. I really like the approach that the main character is fighting to get better and improves each episode. Beautiful animation and efforts with the episodes. Chinatsu is all about being number one and tries her best not to get attached to anyone. Then realizes she has a heart and not a robot and little by little she opens up more and more making the scenes organic and easy to root for her. Taiki is one of the MC best friends but secretly has a crush on him and does not know how to express her feelings and struggles to see him slip away. Shes awesome as well in her own sport.

"Blue Box" is an anime that truly touched me on a deep emotional level. The way it blends sports and romance is nothing short of a masterpiece. The story feels authentic, and the characters are incredibly well-written, with their reactions and emotions coming across as raw and genuine. Taiki's determination and quiet vulnerability, combined with Chinatsu's graceful strength, create a dynamic that feels so real and relatable. The balance between their personal dreams and budding feelings is handled with such nuance that it never feels forced or overdramatic.

What stands out the most is how the anime captures the quiet moments of longing and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of their shared passion for sports. It's a perfect reminder of how complex and bittersweet youth can be. "Blue Box" is not just about basketball, badminton, or romance-it's about finding your path while navigating the chaos of growing up. A must-watch for anyone who loves heartfelt storytelling.

I'm not really a fan of watching romance anime with comedic undertones. Honestly, that's not my demographic.

However, I'd heard interesting things about the manga, with its spokon and slice-of-life undertones, and it made me curious to delve into this world.

Obviously, it wasn't easy; I was expecting a lot more spokon than what I saw, and maybe a bit more tragedy.

The reality is that I stumbled upon a very mature work, about teenagers in the midst of discovering their true selves, unrequited love, and emotional turmoil.

I feel the character development is very interesting, and it's a tender, heartfelt work that deeply cares for its characters and gives them just the right amount of everything.

Taiki and Chinatsu's bond is extremely awkward, embarrassing, slow, and gradual. Honestly, I find the one he has with Hina, a longtime friend who is truly in love with him and tells him so, without beating around the bush, taking risks.

We're all Taikis. We don't realize anything and we chase the impossible, the unattainable, that's what motivates us. Unfortunately, we don't realize that we have very valuable people at our side who love us deeply, sometimes more than we deserve.

The art, the lines, the soundtrack are a delight; you can truly feel the emotions in what we see and feel.

Perhaps on the downside, the series is slow at times, which is why many people dropped it and continued watching other anime seasons. Perhaps, perhaps, with a little more spokon and a little more darkness, the series would be more interesting. Maybe this is just my opinion...

Being a manga reader of Blue Box, I can confirm, the anime adaptation is really faithful to the manga. The animation is just BREATHTAKING. The down to earth romance storyline this has, with sports elements and motivational one liners, this is the perfect anime to upswing your mood. While Blue Lock remains my most fav manga, this comes in a close second. The MC is extremely likable and you start rooting for him in his pursuit of his crush. The scenes with Chinatsu Senpai (his crush) are so beautiful that I had to watch them in 0.75x and replay a lot of times. I've never seen beautiful animation like this before in a series like this before.