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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...
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Season 1

  • Chinatsu Senpai
    8.1/10880 votes

    Chinatsu Senpai

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/3/2024

    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.

    Director: Keiko Oyamada

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • You Have to Go to Nationals
    8.0/10706 votes

    You Have to Go to Nationals

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/10/2024

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

    Director: Hitomi Ezoe

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Chii
    8.2/10638 votes

    Chii

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/17/2024

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

    Director: Harume Kosaka

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • If He Wins
    8.2/10609 votes

    If He Wins

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/24/2024

    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.

    Director: Masato Kitagawa

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Aquarium
    8.5/10638 votes

    Aquarium

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/31/2024

    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?

    Director: Keiko Oyamada

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Wish Me Luck
    8.5/10588 votes

    Wish Me Luck

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/7/2024

    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.

    Director: Yasuo Tsuchiya

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Can I Have One?
    7.8/10543 votes

    Can I Have One?

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/14/2024

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

    Director: Hitomi Ezoe

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Score!
    8.3/10539 votes

    Score!

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/21/2024

    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.

    Director: Shunji Yoshida

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • I'll Be Rooting for You
    8.3/10552 votes

    I'll Be Rooting for You

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/28/2024

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

    Director: Yuka Yamato

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • It's Not a Good Thing
    7.7/10492 votes

    It's Not a Good Thing

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/5/2024

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

    Director: Ryosuke Azuma

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Uncool!
    8.1/10487 votes

    Uncool!

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 12/12/2024

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

    Director: Mizuki Iwata

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Girls...
    8.4/10515 votes

    Girls...

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 12/19/2024

    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.

    Director: Keiko Oyamada

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • I Want a Back-and-Forth Rally
    8.2/10488 votes

    I Want a Back-and-Forth Rally

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 1/2/2025

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

    Director: Ryosuke Azuma

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • What's the Connection?
    9.2/10770 votes

    What's the Connection?

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 1/9/2025

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

    Director: Hitomi Ezoe

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • August 26
    8.7/10557 votes

    August 26

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 1/16/2025

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

    Director: Takahiro Okawa

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Unfair Woman
    8.1/10420 votes

    Unfair Woman

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 1/23/2025

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

    Director: Jiro Arimoto

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Of Course I Want to See It
    8.1/10410 votes

    Of Course I Want to See It

    Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 1/30/2025

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

    Director: Yoshiko Okuda

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • I Know
    8.8/10470 votes

    I Know

    Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 2/6/2025

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

    Director: Daisuke Tsukushi

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • I've Got Plans
    7.9/10402 votes

    I've Got Plans

    Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 2/13/2025

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

    Director: Keiko Oyamada

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • As One of Her Closest Friends
    8.2/10401 votes

    As One of Her Closest Friends

    Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 2/20/2025

    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.

    Director: Yuma Suzuki

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • A Chance to Blossom
    7.9/10354 votes

    A Chance to Blossom

    Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 2/27/2025

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

    Director: Yuka Yamato

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Inota!
    8.0/10342 votes

    Inota!

    Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 3/6/2025

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

    Director: Risa Suzuki

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Spinning
    7.9/10379 votes

    Spinning

    Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 3/13/2025

    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.

    Director: Hitomi Ezoe

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • A Roller Coaster
    9.4/10652 votes

    A Roller Coaster

    Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 3/20/2025

    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.

    Director: Yoshiko Okuda

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara

  • Even So
    8.2/10280 votes

    Even So

    Season 1 Episode 25 - Aired 3/27/2025

    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.

    Director: Keiko Oyamada, Yasuo Tsuchiya

    Writer: Yuko Kakihara