Ahiru no Sora

"Ahiru no Sora" is a Japanese sports anime and manga series by Takeshi Hinata. The series revolves around the sport of basketball and follows the story of a high school basketball team as they strive to improve and compete at a high level.

"Ahiru no Sora" places a strong emphasis on character development. It explores the backgrounds, personalities, and motivations of the various team members, as well as their personal growth on and off the court. The interactions and relationships among the characters are central to the story.

The series centers around Sora Kurumatani. Despite his height disadvantage, Sora is determined to play the sport and follows his mother's dream of becoming a great basketball player. He joins the basketball team at Kuzuryu High School, a team with a history of underachievement and disinterest in the sport. Sora's enthusiasm and talent begin to inspire his teammates to work together to overcome their weaknesses and aim for success.

"Ahiru no Sora" is known for its relatively realistic portrayal of basketball compared to some other sports anime. While it includes some exaggerated moments for dramatic effect, it strives to maintain a sense of authenticity in its depiction of the sport.

Studios: Diomedéa
Genre: Sports
Themes: School, Team Sports
Demographic: Shounen