On March 20, 2025, the anime adaptation of Blue Box concluded after airing its final episode, wrapping up a total of 25 episodes. Shortly after the season’s finale, an exhilarating sequel was announced, but fans are still eager to dive deeper into the journey of Taiki and Chinatsu without having to wait several years. This raises the question: where does the anime conclude in relation to the manga?
For those wanting to continue the story, begin reading the manga from chapter 81 of volume 10. The anime wraps up with a depiction of chapter 79, but interestingly, chapter 80 was adapted earlier than its original sequence in the manga timeline. Fans can anticipate not only advances in Taiki and Chinatsu’s athletic endeavors but also the possibility of a heartfelt confession between the two characters.
Note: This article contains potential spoilers from the Blue Box manga series.
Continuing Blue Box in the Manga After the Anime
Since its debut on October 3, 2025, the Blue Box anime, produced by Telecom Animation Film, has impressed viewers with its voice acting and production team. This series is based on the beloved manga by Kouji Miura.
The anime followed a standard format of adapting three manga chapters per episode. Additionally, the opening and ending themes were included to fulfill the episodic time requirement. The series commenced with chapter 1 of volume 1 and concluded at chapter 80 of volume 9, marking chapter 80 as the final offering of that volume.
Fans can either jump into the manga starting from chapter 81 in volume 10 or explore from the very first chapter for a more comprehensive experience. Since adaptations often omit certain panels for pacing, those interested in fully immersing themselves in the storyline might benefit from starting at chapter 1.
As of now, the Blue Box manga is well ahead of the anime adaptation, with a total of 19 volumes released in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump. The highly anticipated volume 20 is set for release on May 2, 2025, while the English translation has made 14 volumes available, with the latest English edition scheduled to launch on May 6, 2025. Readers can enjoy the series online through Shueisha’s Manga Plus platform.
Looking Ahead: What’s in Store for Blue Box?
The first season’s conclusion saw Taiki turning down Hina, which led to her heartbreak softened by Ayame’s support. Meanwhile, Taiki’s adventures with Chinatsu were also a focal point of the season’s finale. The manga will extend this bonding experience as Taiki and Chinatsu work through their feelings during their outing.
As Taiki’s emotional connection with Chinatsu deepens post-shopping trip, it becomes increasingly likely that he will grapple with confessing his feelings. With Hina moving on from her emotional setback, the moment may be ripe for Taiki to make a declaration of love to Chinatsu. Will he find the courage to express his true emotions?