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Haruichi Furudate’s beloved sports mangaHaikyuucaptured the hearts of fans around the world with its compelling story of high school volleyball, determination, and growth. AsHaikyuu’smanga has come to a close,Haikyuuanime watchers are left to wait for the progression of the narrative. This article summarizes the final events of theHaikyuuseries, the subsequent events preceding Kurasuno’s endeavor at the National League Final (where the anime currently stands) and explains the paths that the series' protagonists took in life.
Haikyuutells the tale of Hinata Shoyo, a driven and enthusiastic volleyball player who dreams of becoming an elite athlete despite his short physique. Hinata joins Karasuno High School’s volleyball team, inspired by a legendary player known as the “Little Giant,” and meets Kageyama Tobio, a prodigious setter. Together, with their diverse and dedicated teammates,they strive to propel Karasunoto new heights, facing formidable opponents and overcoming personal obstacles along the way. But more than Karasuno’s success,Haikyuuis a story deeply rooted in human emotion, dreams, and hard work, and this philosophy is woven into the entire narrative from the beginning to the finale.
Part 1: Hinata’s Training in Brazil
AfterHinata and Kageyama’s first-year lossat the Nationals competition,Haikyuu’snarrative takes a 5-year time-skip. This time-skip allows readers to see how the characters have changed and where their lives have taken them since high school.
Hinata in Brazil
Hinata Shoyo travels to Brazil to train for beach volleyball, motivated by a desire to improve his game. This unconventional choice allows him to improve his skills, particularly in areas such as ball control, agility, and versatility. Hinata’s time in Brazil is filled with intense training, new friendships (a notablerelationship with Oikawa flourished), and a growing understanding of the sport. This period is critical to developing Hinata into a well-rounded and formidable player.
Part 2: The Professional Stage: MSBY Black Jackals
Hinata’s Return to Japan
Following his transformative experience in Brazil,Hinata returns to Japan to pursue a professional volleyball career. He joins the MSBY Black Jackals, one of the top teams in Japan’s V-League. Hinata reunites with several former high school classmates at the Black Jackals, including Atsumu Miya, who is now a top-tier setter. This reunion brings both excitement and new challenges as Hinata adjusts to playing alongside old rivals.
Highlights of the Professional Arc
Hinata’s Induction into Team Japan
After the aforementioned invaluable time in Brazil and his outstanding performance with the MSBY Black Jackals. Hinata attracts the attention of national team selectors.
Selection Process
Hinata was invited to the Team Japan selection process, whereby, upon performing well, he could join Team Japan, where his rival and motivator Tobio Kageyama is currently playing.
The invitation to the selection process alone was a significant milestone in Hinata’s volleyball career, as he fulfils a long-held dream.Playing alongside Kageyama again, but this time on an international stage, allows Hinata to demonstrate his development and the deep understanding they have as players.
The Tokyo Olympics: The Ultimate Stage
Hinata Shoyo was selected to officially join the Japanese National Volleyball (Team Japan).
One of the most poignant moments in the entire series is Hinata’s acceptance into Team Japan. Hinata has outperformed his idol, the “Little Giant,” both in skill and recognition. ThroughoutHaikyuu,Hinata’s admiration for the Little Giantfuels his desire to become a top-tier player despite his small stature, yet he has surpassed the accomplishments of his idol.
Furthermore, the profundity of this event is found in Hinata’s ability to play, strive, and battle in the sport he has dedicated his life to. As Hinata now officially stands on the court with some of the best players in the world, this moment is the embodiment of his hard-work paying off. Playing alongside Kageyama Tobio and other elite athletes, Hinata’s presence on the court reflects his transformation from an enthusiastic high school player to a world-class competitor.
Team Japan’s Formation
The series concludes at the Tokyo Olympics, where many prior high school players have gone on to compete professionally for their respective countries. Hinata and Kageyama Tobio, once children squabbling at Karasuno, are now teammates on the Japanese national team.
The Return of the Demon Duo
Hinata and Kageyama’s reunion on the courtis a watershed moment, representing their maturation and the enduring bond they share. Their combined abilities and thorough understanding of each other’s playstyles make them a formidable duo.
Karasuno’s Former Members and Their Futures
The final chapter, Haikyuu, Chapter 402 of the manga, offers an emotional glimpse of where life has taken the Karasuno players, illustrating the lasting effect of the skills they developed in volleyball.
Tsukishima Kei
Tsukishima is now playing for the Sendai Frogs, a professional team in Japan, where his blocking abilities continue to shine.
Yamaguchi Tadashi
Yamaguchi becomes a high school volleyball coach, inspiring and training the next generation of players.
Nishinoya Yuu
Nishinoya has embarked on a global adventure, playing volleyball wherever he goes and embracing his passion for exploration.
Tanaka Ryuunosuke
To the fans' surprise, Tanaka marries his high school sweetheart, Kiyoko Shimizu, and continues to play recreational volleyball.
Asahi Azumane
Asahi initially has trouble finding his way, but he spends time exploring the world with Nishinoya, returns to Japan, and eventually settles on a career in design.
Sugawara Koushi
Becomes a teacher, caring for and mentoring young minds with the same care he displayed during Karasuno’s high-school endeavors.
Daichi Sawamura
Joins the police force, embodying the same leadership and responsibility he demonstrated on the court.
Haikyuu’sbittersweet ending concludes with the assertion of hope, determination, and the life-changing impact of hard work, whether it applies to sports or any other ambition. The detailed exploration of the characters' post-high school lives provides fans with a satisfying and emotionally resonant conclusion. Haruichi Furudate’s portrayal of their development and accomplishments leaves readers with a lasting impression of the value of dreams, hard work, and the unbreakable bonds formed through shared passions.
Haikyu!!
Based on Haruichi Furudate’s Weekly Shonen Jump manga, Haikyu!! is a popular sports anime that revolves around volleyball. Despite being shorter than most players, Hinata dreams of taking the court and following in the footsteps of his idol, The Little Giant. To achieve his dream, he will need to work alongside Karasuno High School’s club members, including the selfish Kageyama.
