Haikyu!! Day

What Is Haikyu!! Day?

August 19th is "Haikyu!! Day" in Japan, named after the hit volleyball manga "Haikyu!!" by Haruichi Furudate, serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump.

Officially Registered to Mark the Anime Sequel and Film

This anniversary was born to celebrate a new chapter in the series' story.

• The date's origin: a pun on "8 (Ha) 1 (i) 9 (kyu)"
• How it came about: submitted to the Japan Anniversary Association under the name of the "Haikyu!! Second Season" production committee to mark the anime sequel's broadcast and film release in autumn 2015, and officially registered
• About the series: a youth volleyball manga following protagonist Shoyo Hinata, who makes up for his short stature with sheer passion as he and his teammates aim for the national tournament

Why It's Loved Beyond the Sports Manga Genre

"Haikyu!!" earned widespread acclaim not only for its meticulously drawn match strategy and dynamic artwork, but also as a coming-of-age story for its richly individual cast of characters, drawing broad support even from readers unfamiliar with volleyball.

Tips for Marking This Day

• Revisit the original "Haikyu!!" manga or anime
• Talk with fellow fans about your favorite characters or iconic scenes
• Play a game of volleyball yourself, or go watch a match
• Learn about the signature moves and team strategies featured in the series

A Youth That Shines on the Court, Moving Countless Hearts

The sight of characters chasing big dreams in small bodies delivered courage to countless readers, reaching far beyond the sport of volleyball itself. Let August 19th be a chance to reconnect with the brilliance of youth that "Haikyu!!" captured so vividly.