Description
"Touch" is a sports drama anime series centered around the lives of twin brothers, Tatsuya and Kazuya Uesugi, and their childhood friend, Minami Asakura. The story unfolds in a suburban setting, where the twins share a close yet competitive relationship, particularly in their pursuit of Minami's affection. Kazuya, the younger twin by a few minutes, is a talented and disciplined baseball player, admired by many for his athleticism and dedication. Tatsuya, on the other hand, is often perceived as lazy and unmotivated, overshadowed by his brother's achievements. Despite this, Tatsuya possesses a natural talent for baseball, which he rarely showcases.
The narrative takes a significant turn when Kazuya tragically dies in a car accident, leaving Tatsuya and Minami to grapple with their grief. Tatsuya, who had previously avoided serious commitment to baseball, decides to honor his brother's legacy by stepping into Kazuya's role as the team's ace pitcher. This decision marks the beginning of Tatsuya's transformation, as he begins to train rigorously and develop his skills. His journey is not just about baseball but also about self-discovery and stepping out of his brother's shadow.
Minami, who has always been a central figure in the twins' lives, supports Tatsuya throughout his journey. Her character is portrayed as strong and compassionate, providing emotional stability for Tatsuya as he navigates his new responsibilities. The relationship between Tatsuya and Minami evolves subtly, reflecting the complexities of their shared history and mutual loss.
The series delves into themes of perseverance, personal growth, and the impact of loss. It explores how individuals cope with tragedy and find meaning through their struggles. The baseball matches serve as a backdrop for character development, highlighting Tatsuya's determination and the bonds he forms with his teammates. The narrative balances emotional depth with the excitement of sports, creating a compelling story that resonates with viewers.
"Touch" is notable for its realistic portrayal of high school life, the pressures of competitive sports, and the dynamics of relationships. The characters are well-developed, with their motivations and challenges depicted in a relatable manner. The series captures the essence of youth, ambition, and the enduring impact of personal connections, making it a memorable and impactful story.
The narrative takes a significant turn when Kazuya tragically dies in a car accident, leaving Tatsuya and Minami to grapple with their grief. Tatsuya, who had previously avoided serious commitment to baseball, decides to honor his brother's legacy by stepping into Kazuya's role as the team's ace pitcher. This decision marks the beginning of Tatsuya's transformation, as he begins to train rigorously and develop his skills. His journey is not just about baseball but also about self-discovery and stepping out of his brother's shadow.
Minami, who has always been a central figure in the twins' lives, supports Tatsuya throughout his journey. Her character is portrayed as strong and compassionate, providing emotional stability for Tatsuya as he navigates his new responsibilities. The relationship between Tatsuya and Minami evolves subtly, reflecting the complexities of their shared history and mutual loss.
The series delves into themes of perseverance, personal growth, and the impact of loss. It explores how individuals cope with tragedy and find meaning through their struggles. The baseball matches serve as a backdrop for character development, highlighting Tatsuya's determination and the bonds he forms with his teammates. The narrative balances emotional depth with the excitement of sports, creating a compelling story that resonates with viewers.
"Touch" is notable for its realistic portrayal of high school life, the pressures of competitive sports, and the dynamics of relationships. The characters are well-developed, with their motivations and challenges depicted in a relatable manner. The series captures the essence of youth, ambition, and the enduring impact of personal connections, making it a memorable and impactful story.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1Who says we're twins!
2Women's intuition! Worried about Tatsuya's talent
3Involuntarily starting to join! Kazuya's troublesome name!?
4Did you see? Didn't you see?! Minami's diary!!
5High fever rally race! Such an accurate goal!?
6The rumour's true!? Minami & Kazuya's worried families
7Really!! Tatsuya and Minami's wedding clothes!?
8Tatsuya in a fight!! The truth at the Kyodai showdown
9Be careful of Tatsuya & Harada's friendship!
10Everyone in the High School is in a worried mood!
11Kitare baseball team! A subtle shift in Tatsuya's heart
12First practice! Vigorous Kazuya & worn-out Tatsuya!?
13Kazuya worried! Dear Koutaru's slump
14Discontent? Minami & Kazuya are the best couple!?
15This is trouble! Tatsuya slapped Minami!!
16It's painful! Kazuya's heart is lemon-yellow!
17First kiss! Too much love form Minami!?
18Tatsuya's feelings are a little complex!
19Forget, forget-me-not!? The important memories of two people
20What's that? Tatsuya's tender chance encounter!
21For the sake of Koushien, and yet Ka-chan
22Keep on playing ball! Kazuya vs. Terashima!
23Minami registered! She appeared!? Love's timely sudden change
24Almost Koushien of one person, Minami's dream of one person!
25Minami's longest day! Ka-chan, hurry up and come!
26End of the match! However, without you. . .
27A short summer . . . Goodbye, Ka-chan!
28There's no ace for the baseball team. . .
29What? Tender Ka-chan's boxer status!?
30Odd circumstances how the glory of #1 came to be on his back
31Tatsuya on the hill! Control is another story
32Kazuya's dear wife, but the worry is about the stupid brother
33Birth of a rhythmic gymnastics star! Minami has a natural gift!?
34Good luck, Tatsuya! First game pitching makes the heart beat like a drum
35One way or another you're cornered!? Current rumours of Minami!
36A couple! Minami & Tatsuya's dangerous night!?
37Aim for Koushien! Let's train together for now!!
38First round preliminaries! Strategist Tat-chan enters!?
39Show of competence! Nitta & Gatsu Nishimura are cool!!
40Second round hot war! Tat-chan vs. Gatsu Nishimura
41Rain prolongs the 11th! Two killed runs!! Batter Nishimura
42One more extra inning!? The four-sided love affair about Minami
43Shake up Tatsuya the ace!! Minami & Nitta's dangerous relationship!!
44Yuka's detective story! Where did Minami & Tatsuya go?
45Challenge to the ace! I'm Uyesugi's rival!!
46Rival declaration! Surpassing Uyesugi Kazuya!!
47Showdown with Sumiko! What!? Pitcher Yoshida!!
48Uyesugi appears at last! Nitta, I'll be victorious!!
49Brother, don't give up the top spot! Koushien's in sight!!
50A date after school!? Minami & Nitta's dangerous relationship!!
51Unacceptable!? Minami declares her love to Tatsuya!!
52A love triangle! You're a bother!!
53Tatsuya's extra-curricular lessons. . . Thinking too much about love!
54Finally the last Koushien!!
55Memories are too beautiful. . .
56Don't surrender the ace position to anyone!
57A puzzling new coach turns up!!
58I'm Kashiwaba! I won't forgive the spoiled children!!
59Tempest at the Meisei baseball club! Another problem after Minami leaves
60Hard-fighting new coach! Minami's still number one
61Hey Kashiwaba! Minami is the bet in the contest!!
62Sepia-coloured couple! Minami & Nitta's beach story
63The secret behind the sunglasses! What kind of person is Kashiwaba?
64No rules of the practice game. We're watching the demon manager
65Go for it, Minami! It's not suitable to give up
66Minami is the student council president? An idol one way or another!
67Oh-oh, we're beginning to see! Coach Kashiwaba's true character!!
68Stop Tatsuya! Yuka's forced dating strategy!!
69The Koushien dream! Don't rush your resignation!!
70Summer is soon! How many more dropout troubles
71Summer camp starts! Evil coach is waiting!!
72Scarier than the demon? Lady Yuka's cooking camp!!
73Chef Yuka! It's a long hard road to be a gourmet chef!!
74Finally! Cooking battle between Minami & Yuka
75End of the cooking trouble!? Secret taste is from Minami's spice
76Thinking of the floor exercise! Minami is waiting for Tatsuya!?
77First match of the competition! Now summer is here!!
78Combination 1: Asakura Minami is 18! Now is the time for youth!!
79Combination 2: Fight Meisei!! Kashiwaba doesn't scare us
80First battle! We're not going to lose!!
81First battle is no problem! The real enemy is Kashiwaba!?
82I can see! Kashiwaba brother's secret
83What will Tatsuya do in the second battle! Koutaro's big fix!!
84Yuka-chan in danger!! Don't force the date so much
85Unforgettable showdown?! Now he's back!
86I'm not going to lose the third battle! Show you the ace battle!
87Surprise!? Kashiwaba romance! Love this girl because she looks like Minami
88It's not revenge!? No sign of the fourth battle!
89Tatsuya's the ace? Under lots of pressure!?
90Round before the semi-finals! Meisei vs. 3 pitchers!?
91It's unexpected!? The game's not over yet!
92Distressing image pile up! Tatsuya's more than Minami expected!
93Here it comes! Coach's order! Wounded heart, enduring Kashiwaba's program!
94In the middle of the semi-finals! Ta-chan going for the big new record!
95Celebrate, victory of the finals! Our fate lies in Kashiwaba's hand!
96One more to get to Koushien! Hope! Kazuya's promise
97Go go Meisei! Play ball to victory!
98Finals for whom!? Tatsuya, show you can do it!
99No more chances!? It's coming! The Kashiwaba sign!
100Let's win Meisei! Koushien is waiting for us!
101New starting line, from Uyesugi Tatsuya to Asakura Minami. . .
Cast
- Carla RíosChelo Molina
- Claudio FridalManuel Bellido
- Mario RíosCarlos Cárdenas
- Theo
- Théo's mother
- Minami
- Tatsuya's father
- Sachiko Nishio
- Takeshi KurokiFūma Uehara
- Takeshi Yoshida
- Tatsuya's Mother
- Minami's father
- Shinsuke Hiratsuka
- César AlvaradoAbraham Aguilar
- RicardoJuan Antonio García Sáinz
- Théo's father
- Padre di Minami
- Minami Asakura
- Yuka NittaChelo Molina
- Tatsuya Uesugi
Comment(s)
Staff
- Chief DirectorGisaburō Sugii
- Series CompositionSatoshi NamikiYumiko Takaboshi
- Episode DirectorTakaya MizutaniMitsuru HongōKeiji HayakawaAkinori NagaokaYoshihiro TakamotoTakashi UiKenjirō YoshidaTetsuji TakayanagiJunichi SakataHiroko TokitaSatoshi OkadaKatsumi MinoguchiHayato IkedaTakuo SuzukiKazunori TanahashiOsamu InoueFumiko IshiiKazuhiko KobayashiJunya KoshibaTomomasa YamazakiMasaru Tonogouchi
- Original creator
- Chief Animation DirectorMinoru MaedaTsuneo Maeda
- Sound DirectorFusanobu Fujiyama
- Series DirectorHiroko Tokita
- ScriptTomoko KonparuHigashi ShimizuMichiru ShimadaSatoshi NamikiHiroko HagitaAzuma TachibanaRyō IshikawaTokio TsuchiyaYū MizukiYumiko Takaboshi
- MusicHiroaki Serizawa
- Art DirectorShichirō Kobayashi
- Animation DirectorMinoru MaedaNaohito TakahashiKazuko ShibataHajime WatanabeSachiko KamimuraMoriyasu TaniguchiMarisuke EguchiHatsuki TsujiKazushige YusaYoshihiro OwadaMasako GotōKeiko ShimizuMinoru KibataEiji FukuyamaYoshie KawamuraDaiji SuzukiShōjurō YamauchiIsao KanekoTetsuya Yamamoto
- ProducerYoshinobu NakaoMasamichi FujiwaraShigeji TsuikiChihiro Kameyama
Production
- ProductionShogakukan-Shueisha ProductionsTOHOFuji Television NetworkGroup TACAsatsu-DK
- Animation ProductionGroup TAC
Relations
Anime overview
Manga overview
Music
Opening
Ep. 1-27
“Touch”
Ep. 28-56
“Ai ga Hitoribocchi”
Ep. 57-79
“Che! Che! Che!”
Ep. 80-93
“Hitoribocchi no Duet”
Ep. 94-101
“Jounetsu Monogatari”
Ending
Ep. 1-27
“Kimi ga Inakereba”
Ep. 28-62
“Seishun (Youth)”
Ep. 63-79
“Yakusoku”
Ep. 80-101
“Kimi wo Tobashita Gogo”
Insert songs
Ep. 5
“Sotsugyou”
Ep. 27
“Ai ga Hitoribocchi" (愛がひとりぼっち)”
Ep. 4, 9, 11, 16, 27
“Hoshi no Silhouette" (星のシルエット)”
Ep. 17, 28
“Kaze no Message ~Tatsuya no Theme~" (風のメッセージ~達也のテーマ~)”
Ep. 4, 16
“Kimi ga Inakereba" (君がいなければ)”






