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The story centers on Teikou Middle School, famous for its extraordinary basketball program that produced the "Generation of Miracles"—five prodigies whose distinct abilities made them unbeatable during their final year. Their overwhelming confidence eventually caused the group to split apart, with each member enrolling in a different high school after graduating. Taiga Kagami, who recently moved back from the United States, joins Seirin High School's basketball team hoping to find strong teammates. There, he encounters Tetsuya Kuroko, who seems like a standard player at first. Kagami learns that Kuroko was actually the "Phantom Sixth Man" of the Generation of Miracles—a nearly invisible player renowned for his exceptional passing skills, secretly supporting the team's success. Together with this new partner, they aim to defeat the Generation of Miracles and lead Seirin to the top of Japanese high school basketball.

Yamato Akitsuki, a bright and energetic boy, is excited to begin his high school life in Tokyo. Grateful for his aunt’s offer of a free room in her apartment building, he accepts without realizing it is an all-girls dormitory. His first day of school takes an interesting turn when Yamato notices a girl excelling at the high jump. Her skill and beauty captivate him, and he becomes determined to get to know her better. By chance, this girl, Suzuka Asahina, turns out to be his next-door neighbor. However, their interactions so far have caused Suzuka to form a negative impression of him. Despite these misunderstandings, Yamato decides to join the track team to try to make an impression on her. He soon finds himself developing into a promising sprinter in the 100-meter race. Balancing friendship and potential romance, Yamato dedicates himself to training, hoping to win Suzuka’s heart.

Third-year middle school student Tatara Fujita has no clear direction for his future and is frequently picked on by bullies because of his timid nature. He longs to find something he can dedicate himself to completely. One day, while being hounded by a group of delinquents, he is saved by Kaname Sengoku, a dance instructor who rides a motorcycle. Sengoku misinterprets Tatara’s glance at a flyer for Ogasawara Dance Studio and signs him up for a trial lesson. At the studio, Tatara is paired with his classmate Shizuku Hanaoka, a gifted dancer. After another round of bullying and another rescue by Sengoku, Tatara decides to join the dance studio, determined to change how others see him. Throwing himself into the vibrant and energetic world of dance, Tatara commits fully, moving with grace across the ballroom as he chases his newfound passion.

In Rookies, Professor Kawato becomes the new Japanese teacher at the infamous Futagotamaga High School, whose baseball team is made up of delinquent students. They were previously banned from all school competitions after a brawl broke out during a match. With the ban now lifted, the surviving team members have lost their drive, wasting time on dating, smoking, and loafing around. Under Kawato's guidance, they find their passion again and aim for Koushien. Their path to Koushien is difficult; they must rebuild their physical condition, relearn baseball basics, and regain the trust of the school's administration and faculty within a short period. Through hard work and persistence, the baseball club members recover their determination and strength, moving closer to their goals, while Kawato's energetic and unconventional teaching methods gradually change the attitudes of those around him.

Kou Kitamura is a fifth-grade boy who lives near the sports goods store his family runs. He frequently visits the Tsukishima Batting Center and becomes close friends with the four Tsukishima sisters: Ichiyo, Wakaba, Aoba, and Momiji. Through constant practice at their batting cages, Kou develops exceptional hitting skills, though he remains inexperienced in other areas of baseball. Aoba, despite being a year younger, stands out as a talented pitcher and batter. Wakaba, who is also Kou's classmate, is determined that they will one day get married. This peaceful routine is shattered by an unexpected tragedy. Four years later, Kou continues his intense training but has yet to play in an actual game. As he returns to competitive baseball, questions emerge about whether he can meet the expectations of those who recognize his hidden potential.

Touch is a shounen story about twin brothers, their pretty neighbor, and baseball. It was created by the celebrated mangaka Adachi Mitsuru in the early 1980s, from 1981 to 1986, and the manga is famous for centering on baseball and Koshien, the site of the All High School Baseball Tournament.

Hiro loves baseball and adult entertainment, but after injuring his elbow, he quits the sport and enrolls in a school with no baseball team. His childhood friend Hikari and star player Hideo, both at another school, regret Hiro giving up baseball. At his new school, Hiro first joins the soccer team, but meets Haruka, a clumsy girl running an unofficial baseball club. When the soccer team challenges the baseball club to a match meant to humiliate them, the baseball club is on the verge of losing until Hiro, fed up with the soccer team's arrogance, switches sides and joins the baseball club.

In Teiken High School, Maeda, a transfer student recognized for his speech impediment and awkwardness, instantly becomes a focal point when he accidentally strikes a teacher during the entrance ceremony. Several clubs attempt to recruit him, seeing him as a force that can rival other groups. However, Maeda is a lone wolf whose sole ambition is to become a boxing champion. His primary objective is to defeat the head of the boxing club. "Rokudenashi" means "good-for-nothing."

In *Ookiku Furikabutte*, Ren Mihashi is a pitcher who never gives up, no matter the circumstances. During middle school, his teammates grew envious and blamed him for their losses, convinced his position was due to favoritism. Defeated, Mihashi left for a new high school, believing his baseball career was over. At Nishiura High, Mihashi is unexpectedly recruited into the newly formed baseball team, where his talents are recognized. He forms a partnership with the straightforward catcher, Takaya Abe, who insists on becoming the key to unlocking Mihashi's true potential—as long as Mihashi follows his instructions. This sets the stage for Mihashi's growth as he works to build the strength and self-assurance needed to match up with his new teammates on the field.

Kakeru Aizawa serves as the manager for his high school's mediocre soccer team, believing himself to be completely devoid of athletic ability. His older brother Suguru is the exact opposite—a brilliant star player on Japan's national team. Despite their close relationship, Kakeru secretly envies Suguru's skill. Suguru, convinced that Kakeru has hidden potential, keeps urging him to play. After an unexpected tragedy strikes, Kakeru is forced to take the field himself. At the same time, he meets an old crush again and confronts the lingering emotional wounds that have prevented him from moving forward.

In "Katsu!", 15-year-olds Satoyama Katsuki and his best friend Kawakami Kyouta join Mizutani Boxing Gym to get closer to their crush, Mizutani Katsuki, the gym owner's daughter. Satoyama learns that Mizutani has a tense relationship with her father and strongly dislikes boxing. However, during a training session, everyone—including Mizutani—notices that Satoyama possesses natural but untapped boxing talent. Satoyama later discovers that Mizutani actually loves the sport but resents it because of its male-dominated environment. She becomes his trainer and manager, aiming to turn him into a champion. Satoyama agrees, hoping to strengthen his connection with her. As the story unfolds, it is revealed that Satoyama carries a hidden heritage and background that grant him the innate ability and talent to become a renowned Oriental professional boxer.

Yamato Keisuke is a talented freestyle swimmer, and Ninomiya Ami is a skilled diver. They come from rival families that run confectionery shops. The conflict started two generations ago when Grandfather Ninomiya made an owl-shaped cake. Grandfather Yamato then created a similar cake with added owl ears, giving his product an advantage despite the same price. This caused the Ninomiya shop financial trouble, leading to Grandfather Ninomiya's declining health. On his deathbed, he blamed the Yamato family, saying, "I was done in by the Yamatos." Since then, the two families have been in a bitter feud.

Gorou Honda's journey from his early days in kindergarten to his rise as a professional baseball player is chronicled in Major, as he confronts and overcomes a wide range of challenges throughout his life.

At age 27, musician Rikitaro finds his dream of becoming a rock star on par with Jimi Hendrix or Jim Morrison slowly fading away. Ooishi, a former three-time world boxing champion, has moved into the entertainment world and now stars in a boxing reality TV series. Their paths first cross without consequence, but weeks later, their fates become linked. Rikitaro gets one final chance from a record label to secure a contract, provided he improves his physical fitness to boost his appeal. While searching for a gym, he stumbles upon the facility where Ooishi is filming his show. Unknown to both, their futures will merge as they work together to train what could become the greatest boxer of all time, surpassing even Ooishi's accomplishments.

In "Be Still My Heart," Bae Sugu, a 17-year-old model student living with his father—the vice principal of his school—struggles under the burden of his father’s high expectations. His only true passion, which he must hide, is his fascination with swimsuits. Although he can’t explain the origin of this interest, it remains genuine and heartfelt, often leading to confusion and misunderstanding. One day, while secretly photographing swimsuits by the pool, Sugu is caught by his homeroom teacher, resulting in an awkward predicament. Will Sugu manage to escape the cul-de-sac his life has become? Can his heart rediscover its rhythm once more?

In "Get Love!!: Field no Ouji-sama," high school student Sagara Yuuki, the shortest boy in his class, and Moriyama Miki, a girl who admires him regardless of his height, find themselves navigating humorous situations and developing a romantic relationship. The story follows their journey as they face various obstacles while their feelings for each other grow. Included one-shots: Volume 1: Mamotteagetai♥ (I Want to Protect You) Volume 4: Ookami nanka Kowakunai!? Bangai-hen: Valentine nanka Kowakunai!? Volume 6: Mousou♥Virgin (The Delusional Virgin)

Set in the proud northern land of Hokkaido in 2010, Rou Shirakawa achieves the highest score ever recorded at the All-Japan Junior Figure Skating Championships. However, he suddenly loses control and begins demolishing the stage, resulting in immediate disqualification and a lifetime ban from the figure skating world. Now known as "the Rabid Prince," Rou arrives in Tamakomai, a town in northern Japan dedicated to ice hockey. On a frozen lake rink, he encounters the fierce Genma brothers. Rou soon discovers the renowned Oino-kami high school and its mission to claim an unprecedented twentieth consecutive national ice hockey championship. He also learns about the powerful yet beautiful combat sport of ice hockey. Change, grow, evolve! Transform defeat into victory in this blazing story of redemption.

When they are not preparing for official games, what do the volleyball players from Karasuno High School get up to? Whether it is taking part in a gaming tournament, investigating eerie stories, arguing about which bunk bed they prefer, or dealing with romantic problems—these lively individuals keep things interesting during their free time! Their intense drive to win is matched only by their talent for creating humor.

In Kinnikuman, also known as Kinniku Suguru, the main character is a timid, clumsy, and not particularly bright superhero (called a Choujin) who is always craving gyuudon. He also happens to be the prince of an alien world. Though Suguru seems weak and lacks self-confidence, he has a deep sense of honor and can step up when the situation demands it. With his partner Meat-kun and other Choujins such as Terryman and Ramenman, Suguru strives to prove he is the greatest Choujin on Earth. Through his incredible willpower, endurance (known as The Burning Inner Strength), and the strength of friendship, he frequently beats enemies much stronger than himself and turns those former foes into allies. Even though he consistently appears foolish, Kinnikuman gradually gains recognition as a genuine hero. Note: The series had a 22-year pause between volumes 36 and 37. It resumed with volume 38 in its 2011 continuation.

Karina Ichinose, a gal fashionista, became a team manager out of her love for baseball. Yuki Himemiya became a team manager because her boyfriend was on the team. Akane Nagisa became a team manager thanks to her popularity, even though she knows nothing about the sport! Their managerial duties run the gamut—from making rice balls for the players and clearing lewd books(?) out of the clubroom, to keeping a childhood friend company during batting practice and stressing over the squad during their first nail-biting practice game! The bases are loaded with exciting memories, and it's time to play ball!

The "Generation of Miracles," consisting of five extraordinarily skilled players and their shadowy "Phantom Sixth Member," dominated the basketball world at Teikou Middle School, winning three straight championships and crushing every opponent. Off the court, however, these exceptional athletes were ordinary junior high students dealing with everyday issues like midterms and unlucky streaks. Kuroko no Basuke: Replace explores the daily lives of Tetsuya Kuroko and his Generation of Miracles teammates during their time at Teikou.

In Teirin High School, students are split between gang members and elite athletes. Sousuke Youki, known as "the predator," is an undefeated master of street fighting. One morning, as he finishes a brawl, Kazumi, a prodigy amateur golfer, glances at Sousuke, ignores him, and walks past. Enraged, Sousuke vows to get revenge on Kazumi for the slight. However, his plans take a detour when the thuggish golf coach drags him into playing the sport. Can this delinquent shatter expectations and rise to become "The King of Golf?"

The story takes place inside a baseball stadium, where not just players and fans assemble but also beer vendors, announcers, security guards, and cheerleaders. They gather, work, laugh, and create everyday human drama, making the ballpark feel like a miniature town. So why not come and become a "resident" of the ballpark?

Daigo is the son of Gorou, a father who is an overwhelmingly accomplished figure in the baseball world. Burdened with the weight of immense expectations placed upon him, Daigo must now decide what path he will forge for himself in the sport.