What happens when inherited greatness becomes a curse? These stepbrothers are about to find out.
24 minSeason 2 • Episode 24
LatestA new Meisei team begins the fall tournament as new and old relationships are explored.
Because of the legend left by Tatsuya Uesugi, Meisei Academy High School was well-known for their strong baseball team. But 26 years after their glory, the team has not been able to keep their record and has since lost their fame. Two stepbrothers, Souichirou and Touma Tachibana, aim to revive of the once-strong Meisei Academy baseball team and enter the National High School Baseball Championship. Souichirou and Touma are second years in Meisei Academy Middle School. Both boys are talented baseball players. Souichirou has shown excellent skill as a catcher and batter. Though having an extraordinary skill as a pitcher, Touma no longer pitches due to a certain reason. Once the two enter high school, they pair as a battery and aim to enter the National High School Baseball Championship!
Acting
Yuki Kaji's restrained performance as damaged ace Touma
Writing
Adachi's signature romantic tension between plays
Direction
Patient buildup to pitch sequences that actually matter
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Koshien tournament obsession reflects real Japanese high school baseball mania—summer broadcasts dominate national TV.
This is Mitsuru Adachi's direct sequel to Touch (1985), making Tatsuya Uesugi the legendary figure referenced—26 years later, his shadow still looms.
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