Blue Box
Ao no Hako
What is Blue Box?
Blue Box follows Taiki Inomata, a badminton enthusiast working toward nationals, whose life changes when he develops feelings for Chinatsu Kano, a dedicated basketball player. When unexpected circumstances draw them together, their focus shifts from perfecting their athletic skills to exploring something neither anticipated. This sports-romance blend captures the intensity of competition alongside the vulnerability of young love.
Do these sports-crossed lovers have a chance? 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 heart out on the girls’ basketball team, he falls for her hard. After an unexpected turn of events brings the two closer together, sports might not be the first thing on their minds anymore! (Source: TMS Anime) Note: The series streamed a week in advance on Netflix Japan starting with episode 2 released alongside episode 1.