The highly anticipated TV anime adaptation, Boukyaku Battery, draws closer to its April 2024 debut, bringing with it a musical treat for fans.
Mrs. GREEN APPLE takes the stage to perform the energizing opening theme, “Lilac,” while Macaroni Empitsu adds a poignant touch with the ending theme, “Wasurena Uta” (“Forgotten Song”).
Originating from Eko Mikawa’s manga serialized in Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+, Boukyaku Battery finds its animated form under the direction of Masato Nakasono at the esteemed MAPPA animation studio.
The series boasts a talented team, including assistant director Tsuyoshi Iida, character designer Hitomi Hasegawa, and music composers Tomoki Kikuya and Hiroko Yamasaki.
The key visual teases an immersive journey into the world of Bouyaku Battery, featuring the main cast in dynamic baseball poses.
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As the characters pitch, catch, field balls, and swing bats with dramatic flair, the visual encapsulates the essence of the sports drama.
Haruka Kiyomine and Kei Kaname, the formidable pitcher-catcher duo, take center stage in the narrative.
Having set the baseball field ablaze in middle school, the duo faces a new chapter as they enroll in an ordinary Tokyo high school. Kei’s amnesia and regression in athletic skills challenge the once-unstoppable battery, promising a compelling and heartwarming story.
With the opening and ending themes adding an extra layer of emotion and excitement, Boukyaku Battery is poised to deliver an unforgettable anime experience, blending sports prowess with the harmony of Mrs. GREEN APPLE and Macaroni Empitsu’s melodies.
Get ready to step onto the field and embark on a journey of resilience, friendship, and love for the game.
