Haikyuu!!
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1 / 2- 1EP 1
Shoyou Hinata’s inspiration from the Little Giant leads to a rivalry with Tobio Kageyama
Apr 6, 2014Shoyou Hinata, a young boy, becomes motivated by a player known as the Little Giant after watching a volleyball match. He attempts to form a school team, though his classmates prefer other sports. Three years later, Hinata plays his first junior high match against Tobio Kageyama, a nationally recognized setter called the King of the Court. Kageyama pushes his teammates excessively and dismisses Hinata as useless, attempting to block him repeatedly. Despite this, Hinata scores points using his speed and route changes. Kageyama wins the match 3-0, prompting Hinata to vow revenge against his rival.
- 2EP 2
Hinata and Kageyama clash at Karasuno High School volleyball club
Apr 13, 2014Determined to defeat Kageyama, Hinata joins the Karasuno High School volleyball club, only to find his rival also joining. Their conflicting personalities lead to immediate conflict, prompting captain Daichi Sawamura to ban them from the team until they cooperate. After days of tension and envy, the pair challenge the third-year players to a match. They agree that victory grants them club membership, while defeat forces Kageyama to forfeit his role as setter for the duration of the third years' presence. This high-stakes encounter tests their ability to overcome personal differences and work together within the school's volleyball program.
- 3EP 3
Sawamura alters the match format to a first-year three-on-three contest with Tanaka joining Hinata and Kageyama.
Apr 20, 2014Sawamura modifies the proposal match between Hinata and Kageyama, changing it from a third-year contest to a three-on-three game for first-years. He joins the opposing team and assigns Tanaka Ryuunosuke as their teammate. During the event, Kageyama and Hinata interact with Kei Tsukishima and Tadashi Yamaguchi. Tsukishima claims to be an unblockable blocker and explains Kageyama's past reputation as the "King of the Court" in Junior High. Hinata rejects this explanation. Subsequently, during secret morning practices, Kageyama, Hinata, and Ryuunosuke work together to enhance Hinata's serve receive and refine his spike attack.
- 4EP 4
Kageyama and Hinata face Tsukishima, Yamaguchi, and Sawamura in a crucial first-year match.
Apr 27, 2014Kageyama, Hinata, and Ryuunosuke compete against Tsukishima, Yamaguchi, and captain Sawamura in a 3-on-3 match that determines their future. Kageyama initially struggles with old setting habits, hindering his teammates' spikes. Tsukishima predicts Kageyama's moves and blocks their points, suggesting an easy win for the captain's team in the first set. However, Kageyama and Hinata begin to synchronize, executing quick attacks that challenge the opposing team's dominance and potentially alter the match's final result.
- 5EP 5
Kageyama and Hinata synchronize to win the first-year match against Aoba Johsai
May 4, 2014Kageyama and Hinata achieve synchronization as Kageyama’s sets consistently reach Hinata, forcing Tsukishima to adjust his blocking strategy. This tactical shift allows Tanaka to operate freely on the opposite side, enabling the trio of Kageyama, Hinata, and Ryuunosuke to secure victory in the 3-on-3 first-year match. Following this win, Kageyama and Hinata are officially recognized as team members. Advisor Ittetsu Takeda then arrives to announce an arranged practice match against Aoba Johsai, stipulating that Tobio Kageyama must serve as the setter for the entire duration of the game.
- 6EP 6
Karasuno faces Aoba Johsai in a practice match featuring Kageyama and Hinata's quick attack.
May 11, 2014Karasuno High selects Daichi, Tanaka, Kageyama, Hinata, Tsukishima, and Yamaguchi for their practice match against Aoba Johsai High. Before the game starts, Kageyama encounters his former teammate Kindaichi, who insists on calling him king of the court and vows to defeat the team. During the match, the rapid coordination between Kageyama and Hinata serves as a potent offensive strategy. Despite this success, Kageyama observes that Aoba Johsai is not utilizing their actual primary setter, suggesting hidden tactical depths in their opponent's lineup.
- 7EP 7
Oikawa Returns as Aoba Johsai Captain and Challenges Karasuno with Perfect Serves
May 18, 2014Oikawa returns as the captain and true setter for Aoba Johsai, revealing himself as Kageyama's original senpai. He dominates by serving perfect aces directly at Tsukishima, forcing Karasuno to adapt. Sawamura changes the team formation, allowing Karasuno to finally secure victory against Aoba Johsai. Before departing, Oikawa warns that their next encounter will feature all their aces from the start, promising a different outcome. During the bus ride home, Sawamura hints that Karasuno holds its own surprises. The team anticipates the return of their libero, Yu Nishinoya, who is expected to completely transform the team's dynamics upon his comeback.
- 8EP 8
Ace Returns as Noya Withholds Play Until Asahi Comes Back
May 25, 2014Yu Nishinoya returns to improve the team's receiving skills but refuses to play until ace Asahi Azumane rejoins. Meanwhile, advisor Ittetsu Takeda persistently tries to recruit Keishin Ukai as the new Karasuno High coach. Keishin rejects the offer, stating he is not like his grandfather and has no interest in managing teenagers. Undeterred, Ittetsu devises a strategy to lure Keishin into coaching by arranging a practice match against Nekoma.
- 9EP 9
Ukai becomes interim Karasuno coach for practice match against alums
Jun 1, 2014Keishin Ukai agrees to coach Karasuno only until their upcoming practice match concludes. To evaluate the current roster, he organizes an exhibition game against his volleyball association, which consists of Karasuno alumni. Yu and Sugawara Koushi join the alumni team to balance the numbers, as only four current players could attend. Asahi Azumane fills the final spot after Hinata notices him through a window. Asahi must overcome the triple block formed by Kageyama, Ryuunosuke, and Tsukishima to prove he deserves the ace title and restore his self-confidence during this critical evaluation.
- 10EP 10
Karasuno faces Neighborhood Association in tense practice match as Ukai evaluates players
Jun 8, 2014During a practice match against the Neighborhood Association, Karasuno trails 1-0. Coach Ukai observes Hinata’s effectiveness as a decoy and notes the rapid growth of his partnership with Kageyama, while also recognizing Hinata’s difficult-to-match speed. Despite these strengths, the Neighborhood Association capitalizes on an off-speed serve to score four consecutive aces, taking a 24-18 lead. In the final point, Ryuunosuke attempts a spike, but Yu saves it, allowing Azumane to win the game with a decisive spike. Following the match, Ukai must determine the regular starting lineup, with Kageyama and Hinata’s future roles uncertain. Additionally, Ukai decides that practice for the first and second years will primarily focus on receiving serves to address the team’s most significant weakness.
- 11EP 11
Karasuno training camp features a lost Hinata meeting Kenma before a practice match against Nekoma.
Jun 15, 2014Karasuno travels to a training camp where Hinata gets lost during a jog and encounters Kenma, a volleyball player in a red jersey. Before Kenma can reveal his team, a teammate leads him away for a practice match. Coach Ukai selects a starting lineup consisting of Sawamura, Yu, Azumane, Ryuunosuke, Tsukishima, Kageyama, and Hinata. Ukai explains that while Nekoma has never had outstanding individual players, the team excels at receives and kills. The Karasuno players receive their jerseys, with Hinata assigned number 10, the same number as his idol, the Little Giant. Hinata believes this is fate because the Little Giant was on the only Karasuno team to reach nationals. Finally, the two teams line up outside to meet face-to-face for the practice game.
- 12EP 12
Nekoma and Karasuno clash as Kageyama and Hinata coordinate a quick attack to take the early lead.
Jun 22, 2014Nekoma and Karasuno begin their match with Kageyama and Hinata connecting on a quick attack that gives Karasuno the 1-0 lead. Nekoma realizes they're up against a genius setter, so they decide to start marking Hinata. Hinata's blocker gets used to his speed and feints and begins to start blocking his shots, allowing Nekoma to win the first set 25-22; however Kageyama uses the opportunity to teach Hinata how to do a straight attack and how to use his eyes to find the holes in the opponents defense. Hinata ends up managing to change his spike path in mid-air during set 2. It ends up going long, but Hinata realizes he has a new dangerous weapon to go along with his quick attack if he can master it.
- 13EP 13
Karasuno loses the second set to Nekoma in a close match, prompting Ukai to become their full-time coach.
Jun 29, 2014Nekoma and Karasuno engage in an intense second set that ends with a narrow 25-23 victory for Nekoma. Although Karasuno falls short, the match strengthens a rivalry that transcends time. Both schools recognize shared personality traits within their teams and observe the ambitions of their first-year players. This mutual understanding helps unite the Karasuno team despite their defeat. Motivated by the loss, Karasuno vows to seek revenge on the national stage. Following the match, Ukai agrees to take on the role of Karasuno’s regular full-time coach, marking a significant step for the team's future development and cohesion.
- 14EP 14
Inter-High bracket announced as Karasuno prepares with final practices and flag discovery
Jul 6, 2014The Inter-High tournament bracket is revealed, prompting Karasuno to conduct final training sessions focused on back-end spikes and signal coordination. The team discovers a lost flag bearing the word Fly. Hinata and Kageyama disclose their daily morning races to the gym, where Kageyama holds a 32-30 lead. Hinata resolves to surpass Kageyama in all aspects until they can compete directly again. Meanwhile, Yamaguchi secretly practices a jump float serve to provide a useful skill for the team as a first-year player. Additionally, Ukai starts morning farming activities to generate extra income for the family store.
- 15EP 15
Karasuno returns to the tournament stage with renewed strength and tactical surprises.
Jul 13, 2014Karasuno arrives for their first matches on both the men's and women's sides of the tourney. On the men's side people talk about how Karasuno did well in the past bu they were now crashed ravens. On the women's side they contemplate how they should have practiced more. Aoba Johsai watches from the stands and wonders how the addition of a coach and two new players will change Karasuno's attack. As the match begins Kageyama sets to Ryuunosuke for the quick spike and kill. The second point goes to the ace, Azumane. Finally the quick attack of Kageyama and Hinata is unveiled on the third point. It is only set 1. Karasuno now leads 3-0, but others have just realized that Karasuno is back and possibly better than ever.
- 16EP 16
Karasuno Boys Sweep First Two Sets Before Facing Dateko Iron Wall
Jul 20, 2014Karasuno’s boys’ team secures a 25-12 victory in the first set, maintaining focus after a serious reminder from the captain’s old friend. They follow up with a 25-14 win in the second set, aided by five quick service aces from Kageyama. In contrast, the girls’ team loses in two sets and questions their performance. Following promises to the defeated players, the freshmen learn that Karasuno was previously shut down by their second-round opponent, Dateko, just three months ago. Ukai retains the lineup from the first game, and Yu delivers a morale-boosting speech to the upperclassmen. The stage is now set for the second match against the formidable Iron Wall of Dateko.
- 17EP 17
Dateko and Karasuno clash in round two as Karasuno reveals hidden strategies to lead 18-16.
Jul 27, 2014During the second round match between Dateko and Karasuno, Dateko’s giant player focuses his attacks on Hinata. This pressure forces Kageyama to deploy the super quick attack, which initially gives Karasuno a slight edge and an 18-16 lead. When the giant targets Hinata again during a super quick attempt, Karasuno unveils another secret weapon. They execute a perfected version of Nekoma’s “The Pipe” by delivering a delayed set to Azumane, who is positioned behind Hinata. With these moves, Karasuno appears to have exhausted all their trump cards. However, the outcome remains uncertain as questions arise about whether the team possesses any remaining strategies from their bench to secure victory against their determined opponents.
- 18EP 18
Karasuno secures first set victory while Azumane faces critical pressure in second set
Aug 3, 2014Karasuno wins the first set 25-21 before implementing a double rotation to isolate Hinata from Giant #7. This strategy enables more quick attacks but places the match outcome on Azumane’s ability to breach the Iron Wall. As Hinata leads the front line, Karasuno gradually extends their advantage. With the score at 24-22, Hinata rotates to the back row, creating a potential disadvantage if a third set becomes necessary. The team’s success hinges entirely on Azumane’s performance against the opposing wall. Upon exiting the gym, the group observes that Aoba Johsai holds a commanding 24-13 lead in the first set of their own first-round match.
- 19EP 19
Karasuno targets Oikawa after observing Aoba Johsai and analyzing his televised interview skills.
Aug 10, 2014Karasuno watches Aoba Johsai’s second match and decides to focus their strategy on attacking Oikawa, a decision reinforced by a local TV interview highlighting his abilities. The following day, the team arrives highly motivated. Aoba Johsai takes an early 1-0 lead when Oikawa executes a quick setter dump. He extends the advantage to 2-0 with a fake dump serve. Kageyama responds by revealing previously unseen tactics, performing a server dump to reduce the deficit to 2-1.
- 20EP 20
Oikawa Toru is not a Genius
Aug 17, 2014Oikawa and Kageyama engage in a direct rivalry to determine the superior setter, with flashbacks revealing their junior high competition. As Aoba Johsai analyzes Kageyama’s patterns, Karasuno makes a strategic substitution by bringing Sugawara onto the court. This tactical shift challenges Kageyama’s confidence and tests his ability to adapt to the new dynamic. The match highlights the intense psychological pressure between the two setters while showcasing the evolving strategies employed by their respective teams during this critical encounter.
- 21EP 21
Sugawara's Hidden Skills and Oikawa's Predictions Influence the Match
Aug 24, 2014Sugawara replaces Kageyama, securing the first set for Aoba Johsai with his true setting abilities. Kageyama observes this performance with shock. Aoba Johsai is surprised by Hinata's silence, as he does not call for the sets the team expects. Karasuno gains the lead in the second set, but Oikawa's predictions begin to come true, allowing Aoba Johsai to return to the match. The narrative focuses on the tactical shifts and the unexpected resilience of the opposing team as the game progresses.
- 22EP 22
Kageyama seeks to improve communication with teammates and Tsukishima devises a new attack
Aug 31, 2014Following his demotion, Kageyama attempts to establish better communication with his teammates. He works to identify the optimal setting position for each player to enhance their performance. Meanwhile, Tsukishima develops a new attack strategy. This innovation demonstrates that Karasuno poses a significant threat from multiple directions on the court. The episode focuses on the team's efforts to adapt and strengthen their overall gameplay through improved coordination and tactical variety.
- 23EP 23
Aoba Johsai extends lead in set 3, prompting Coach Ukai to make drastic substitutions.
Sep 7, 2014During the third set, Aoba Johsai establishes a significant lead, compelling Coach Ukai to implement drastic tactical changes. He substitutes Yamaguchi into the lineup as an ace server to shift the momentum. However, the intense pressure proves overwhelming for the player, resulting in a service error. This mistake disrupts Aoba Johsai's rhythm and allows Karasuno to regain composure. Consequently, Karasuno manages to narrow the gap, climbing back within two points of their opponents. The sequence highlights the critical impact of individual performance under pressure and the resilience required to recover from setbacks during high-stakes volleyball matches.
- 24EP 24
Kageyama and Toru reach a 25-25 tie as Kageyama embraces teamwork
Sep 14, 2014Kageyama starts matching Toru point for point, leading to a dead even score of 25 a piece. The extended sets begin to drain both teams physically. Toru acknowledges that Kageyama has realized the true meaning of teamwork, marking a shift from his previous identity as the solitary king. The narrative focuses on the intense back-and-forth nature of the match as both players push their limits. The episode concludes by showing the specific points that ultimately determine the winner of the game, highlighting the culmination of their rivalry and growth.
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- How many episodes does Haikyuu!! have?
- Haikyuu!! has 25 episodes.
- When did Haikyuu!! come out?
- Haikyuu!! came out in 2014.
- Which studio made Haikyuu!!?
- Haikyuu!! was produced by Production I.G.
- Who directed Haikyuu!!?
- Haikyuu!! was directed by Hiromi Kikuta.
- Is Haikyuu!! finished?
- Current status of Haikyuu!!: Finished.