What happens when a hardworking badminton boy quietly falls for the basketball star who suddenly becomes his housemate? Blue Box serves up a beautifully grounded mix of school sports, slow-burn romance, and emotional realism as Taiki Inomata pushes toward his athletic dreams while navigating feelings he’s almost too earnest to admit. Chinatsu Kanata brings warmth, drive, and that “effortlessly out of your league” energy, creating a story that’s gentle, competitive, and heartbreakingly relatable. It’s young love told with sincerity—and just enough tension to keep your chest tight.

The salt and pepper senpai, Brendan White is joined in the Sugoi Studio by the host of One Perfect Game, Mr. Matt Tilby, to share their thoughts on Kouji Miura and Telecom Animation's 2024 romance sports hit (which has just had a second season confirmed!), Blue Box.

At Sakura Society, we’re here to help you decide if the anime everyone’s quietly obsessing over is actually worth your time—and your watchlist.