Tsurune 2018
What is Tsurune?
Tsurune is a Japanese animated television series that follows the story of Minato Narumiya, a high school student who returns to the traditional martial art of kyudo after experiencing target panic in middle school. The series begins when Minato decides to rejoin the sport after his friends join the high school kyudo club.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 26
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 22, 2018
- Last aired
- Mar 30, 2023
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- NHK G, Tokyo MX
- Genres
- Animation, Drama
- Updated
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Tsurune is a Japanese animated television series that follows the story of Minato Narumiya, a high school student who returns to the traditional martial art of kyudo after experiencing target panic in middle school. The series begins when Minato decides to rejoin the sport after his friends join the high school kyudo club. It explores his journey of personal growth, teamwork, and overcoming past challenges within the disciplined practice of archery. The title refers to the sound made by a bowstring when an arrow is released, which serves as a motif throughout the series. Tsurune was first released in 2018 and is based on a light novel series written by Kotoko Ayano with illustrations by Chinatsu Morimoto. The show is centered around the Kazemai High School Archery Team and focuses on the characters' dedication to mastering kyudo while navigating their interpersonal relationships and individual struggles. It has been available for streaming on platforms such as Crunchyroll.
Should you watch it?
“A high school student attempts to overcome his past struggles with archery by joining a club.”
- focuses on personal growth
- features kyudo archery
- slow pacing
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven stories about overcoming personal obstacles and finding passion in sports.
The series maintains a grounded and contemplative tone throughout.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Young Man on the Shooting Range Oct 22, 2018
- E2 At Wit's End Oct 29, 2018
- E3 Just as They Met Nov 5, 2018
- E4 A Poor Fit Nov 12, 2018
- E5 A Frequent Messenger Nov 19, 2018
- E6 The Reason for Shooting Nov 26, 2018
- E7 Reunion Dec 3, 2018
- E8 Taking Aim Dec 10, 2018
- E9 An Unshown Hand Dec 17, 2018
- E10 Linked Heart Dec 24, 2018
- E11 The Pain of Empty Release Jan 7, 2019
- E12 Five Arrows Jan 14, 2019
- E13 Irreplaceable Jan 21, 2019
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Summer Calls Jan 5, 2023
- E2 All in the Mind Jan 12, 2023
- E3 Winds of a Brewing Storm Jan 19, 2023
- E4 Broken Tempo Jan 26, 2023
- E5 Push and Pull Feb 2, 2023
- E6 Taking Shape Feb 9, 2023
- E7 Unwavering Spirit Feb 16, 2023
- E8 Trajectory Feb 23, 2023
- E9 Bending Will Mar 2, 2023
- E10 Draw of a New Dawn Mar 9, 2023
- E11 Falling Into Place Mar 16, 2023
- E12 The Linking Shot Mar 23, 2023
- E13 Resounding Release Mar 30, 2023
Frequently asked questions
What sport is featured?
The series focuses on kyudo, which is Japanese archery.
Why did the protagonist stop archery?
He experienced target panic during middle school.
What is the setting?
The story takes place in a high school environment.
Who is the main character?
The protagonist is a student named Minato.
What motivates Minato to return to archery?
He decides to return to the sport when his friends join the school club.