SpoGomi: Machi no Kizunazukuri-hen

Synopsis

Continues the story of SpoGomi: World Cup Exhibition Match Arc

The most stunning! A coming-of-age story centered on trash-picking! In the not-too-distant future, collecting litter has become a competitive sport whose popularity rivals that of soccer. Akari is the least noticeable student in her class, but one day she meets Tokio—a charismatic SpoGomi competitor blessed with immense talent and fame. This encounter sparks a coming-of-age narrative that brings together young people from around the globe through SpoGomi, all united by the goal of creating towns, rivers, and oceans free of garbage. (Note: This episode premiered on MAL's official YouTube channel before its Japanese release across various streaming services scheduled for April 2022.)

In this installment

After the SpoGomi exhibition match several years ago, the sport still faces challenges in gaining recognition within Japan. Akari and Tokio journey to various places to advertise SpoGomi and boost its visibility. In parallel, arrangements are advancing for the upcoming SpoGomi World Cup, which is scheduled to be held alongside the Okawa River in a specific city.