HAIKYU!! LAND VS. AIR

Haikyuu!! Land vs. Air is a two-episode OVA that premiered in January 2020, following the intense Spring Tournament qualifiers across Japan. The series focuses on the Tokyo regional competitions as Nekoma High School, Fukurodani High School, Nohebi Academy, and Itachiyama Academy battle for their chance to compete at nationals, complementing the main story's Miyagi Prefecture drama with an equally compelling parallel narrative.

This comedy-drama sports entry bridges a crucial gap in the tournament arc, showing how other powerhouse teams fought their way to nationals while Karasuno secured their own spot. The OVA format allows for a focused two-episode story that concentrates on the Tokyo qualifiers without the pacing constraints of a full season, making it essential viewing for fans invested in the rivalry between Nekoma and Karasuno and curious about which teams they'll face at the national level.

The installment was first shown at Jump Festa 2020 before its wider release, giving devoted fans an early look at this pivotal tournament segment. For viewers following the series, this OVA fills important context about how the national tournament field took shape.