TV-Series
Description
"Major" is a sports anime series that chronicles the life and career of Goro Honda, later known as Goro Shigeno, as he pursues his dream of becoming a professional baseball player. The narrative spans multiple seasons, beginning with Goro's childhood and extending into his adulthood, offering a comprehensive look at his journey through the world of baseball.

The story begins with Goro as a young boy deeply influenced by his father, Shigeharu Honda, a professional baseball player. Shigeharu's career is cut short by an injury, but his passion for the sport leaves a lasting impression on Goro. After Shigeharu's untimely death, Goro becomes even more determined to follow in his father's footsteps. He starts playing baseball at a young age, displaying remarkable talent and an unwavering dedication to the game.

As Goro grows older, he faces numerous challenges and obstacles. In his early years, he struggles with the absence of his father and the pressure to live up to his legacy. Despite these difficulties, Goro's natural ability and relentless work ethic help him excel in Little League and high school baseball. His journey is marked by intense rivalries, personal setbacks, and moments of triumph, all of which contribute to his growth as a player and as a person.

The series also explores Goro's relationships with those around him, including his mother, his friends, and his teammates. Key characters include Toshiya Sato, Goro's childhood friend and rival, and Kaoru Shimizu, a girl who becomes an important figure in Goro's life. These relationships add depth to the narrative, highlighting the impact of personal connections on Goro's career and personal development.

As Goro progresses through high school, he gains recognition for his exceptional pitching skills and leads his team to several victories. His success attracts the attention of professional scouts, and he eventually makes the leap to professional baseball. The series continues to follow Goro's career in the major leagues, where he faces new challenges, including injuries, competition, and the pressures of professional sports.

Throughout the series, Goro's journey is depicted with a focus on the highs and lows of a career in sports. The narrative emphasizes the importance of perseverance, hard work, and the support of loved ones in achieving one's dreams. "Major" provides a detailed and engaging portrayal of Goro's life, from his early days as a passionate young player to his eventual success as a professional athlete. The series is notable for its realistic depiction of the baseball world and its exploration of the personal and professional challenges faced by those who pursue a career in sports.
Information
Major
メジャー
Type: TV-Series
Movie/episode length: 25 min.
Date: 11/13/2004 – 05/21/2005
Categories
Genre
DramaFighting ShounenComedy
Settings
Any Sport
Tags
Baseball
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Goro's Dream and Daddy's Dream
2Their Friendship
3I Hate You, Daddy!
4A Birthday One Day Late
5The Man From the Majors
6Farewell...
7Goro Honda, Age Nine!
8Team Complete!
9Alone on the Mound
10Showdown in the Rain
11The Team Dad Played On
12An Invitation From Gibson
13Summer! Baseball! Training Camp!
14Reckless Practice Match!
15The Coach's Feelings
16Resignation
17Tournament begins!
18Aim for victory!
19Mother's happiness
20Goro's mistake!?
21This is basebell!
22The night before the match
23Do not lose!
24Chase it! Ovecome it!
25Everyone together
26Don't say goodbye
27He Returns...
28There is one dream!
29The Baseball Club Starts!
30Rivals Reunite
31Toshiya's Past
32The Recruiter's Conspiracy
33Powerful Rival! Tomonoura
34...For What Reason?
35The End of the Battle
36A Fresh Resolve
37The Narrow Gate to Kaido
38The Ticket to Kaido
39See Ya...
40The Island of Dreams
41The Requirements of a Pitcher
42A Genuine Baseball Kid
43Fleeting Summer Break
44Distasteful Baseball
45The Force of Scholarship Students
46Goro vs. Manual Baseball
47Together with You
48Kaido's Secret
49Egashira's Expectations
50Varsity Challenge
51With My Own Two Feet
52Goodbye!
53Start from Zero
54New Friends
55From Father to Son
56Reckless Gamble
57Our Grounds
58Their Respective Choices
59Unexpected Visitor
60Egashira's Plot
61Absent Ace
62Contagious Fighting Spirit
63Wounded Ace
64Battle against Mifune, Start!
65Climax! Mifune Battle
66Willpower vs. Willpower
67Full Swing!
68Unexpected Reunion
69Pitching Battle!
70Last Spurt!
71Challenge to the Top
72Chance! Manual Baseball
73Toshiya's Secret Plan
74Head to Head Battle
75A Close Fight
76The End of the Strategy
77Ace Full of Injuries
78Towards Your Dreams
79To the Birthplace of Baseball
80Tryouts
81Try it!
82This is the Majors!
83Sign towards the World
84Unforgivable!!
85Courage, full score!
86Debut!
87Challenger
88It's not impossible
89Try and aim for it
90Liar!
91A Stupid Bet
92Keene's Past
93Hero
94I'm fed up!
95Where to Aim
96Alice's Dream, Everyone's Dream
97Responsibility
98Get out!
99Trouble from the Start
100The Single Ball of Fate
101One More Deciding Match
102A Great Man
103A Truly Worthy Rival
104An Oath
105Once More
106Difference in Temperament between Two
107Representative Close!
108Trial and Error
109Young Japan
110Disinterested Fastball (Straight)
111Sudden Notification
112Everyone's Expectation
113The True Pressure
114The Well-Polished Fang
115You're not a Man!!
116The Curse
117Baseball of Japan
118Safe!
119Aggressive Baseball
120Everyone's Resolution
121America's Pride
122Towards the Promised Place
123Pitching's Origin
124With Chest of Pride
125For Oneself's Sake
126Dream's Not Over
127Father's Back
128End of the Struggle
129The Road to Tomorrow
130Super Rookie
131Battle Line Debut!
132No Escape Pinch
133Beleaguered Southpaw
134Outcome of Treatment
135Expenses of a Professional
136Rookie's Distress
137Shocking Return
138Mound of Restoration
139Everyone's Summer
140Committed Dreams
141Tacit Rule
142Chain of Negativity
143Ace's Responsibility
144Weak Point
145A Resolute Will
146Uninvited Guest
147Different?!
148Creeping Shadow
149That Dream
150Give Up!
151Remaining Opportunity
152Beyond Capability
153Tenacity to Glory
154To the Future (End)
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Kenichi Kasai
    Riki Fukushima
  • Script
    Reiko Yoshida
    Tomoko Konparu
    Natsuko Takahashi
    Isao Shizuya
    Takao Yoshioka
    Yoshifumi Fukushima
    Mitsuyo Suenaga
    Michihiro Tsuchiya
    Yoshiko Nakamura
  • Episode Director
    Junichi Yokoyama
    Toshikatsu Tokoro
  • Original Manga
  • Art Director
    Toshiyuki Tokuda
    Yasutada Kato
  • Sound Director
    Hajime Takakuwa
  • Producer
    Naohiko Furuichi
  • Series Composition
    Michihiro Tsuchiya
  • Storyboard
    Toshikatsu Tokoro
  • Music
    Noriyuki Asakura
  • Character Design
    Kenichi Ōnuki
    Masaru Ōshiro
  • Animation Director
    Hiroyoshi Iida
    Momoko Makiuchi
  • Director of Photography
    Taro Sato
Production
  • Animation Production
    Studio Hibari
    SynergySP
  • Production
    Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions
    NHK
Music
Opening
Ep. 1-26
“Kokoro E (心絵)”
Ep. 27-52
“Saraba Aoki Omokage (さらば碧き面影)”
Ep. 53-77
“Play the Game”
Ep. 80-104
“Rise”
Ep. 106-128
“Hey! Hey! Alright”
Ep. 131
“Kokoro e (心絵)”
Ending
Ep. 1-16
“Step”
Ep. 17-26
“Faraway”
Ep. 27-39
“Wonderland”
Ep. 40-51
“Shoboi Kao Sunna yo Baby (しょぼい顔すんなよベイベー)”
“Saraba Aoki Omokage (さらば碧き面影)”
Ep. 53-67
“Strike Party!!!”
Ep. 68-77
“Yoru ni Nareba (夜になれば)”
“Play the Game”
Ep. 79-95
“One Day”
Ep. 96-104
“Ame Nochi Niji Iro (雨のち虹色)”
Ep. 105-120
“Stay with me”
Ep. 121-129
“Jibun Color”
“Kokoro e (心絵)”
Ep. 130-142
“Twilight Star (トワイライトスター)”
Ep. 143
“Kokoro e (心絵)”