Ep. 22: Sakaki's tragic spirit affects King, who reflects on his arrival at Chikusei-so
Aired on March 20, 2019
Sakaki's fighting spirit approaches tragedy, causing King to lose his rhythm as he recalls a past conversation with Haiji. King grapples with unspoken words and inescapable reality, leading his thoughts back to the day he arrived at Chikusei-so. This period marked the start of a lonely yet dream-like existence defined by small discouragements and pride. The narrative emphasizes carrying these emotions forward while running. The men persist in their fight, seeking to discover their true selves amidst these internal struggles and the lingering impact of their shared experiences.
Episodes
- Ep. 18 · Kakeru confronts Fujioka who reveals Haiji's past strength while Haiji faces medical reality
- Ep. 19 · The Tokyo-Hakone Ekiden Race Commences With Strategic Pacing and Musa's Surge
- Ep. 20 · Hanako supports Jota while Joji reacts to revealed feelings and Shindo prepares for the relay
- Ep. 21 · Yuki channels his regrets into strength for the race against Shindo
- Ep. 22 · Sakaki's tragic spirit affects King, who reflects on his arrival at Chikusei-so
- Ep. 23 · Kakeru Breaks Records While Haiji Secures Kansei University's Hakone Ekiden Qualification