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Warning: Spoilers Ahead for Blue Box Episode #6!
After the illuminating look into Hina Chono’s perspective inBlue Boxepisode #6, the series establishes a new prospective relationship with its male lead, Taiki Inomata. However, Taiki remains unaware of his effect on his close friend while pursuing a deeper, more romantic bond with his senior high school crush and housemate, Chinatsu Kano. AsBlue Boxgears up toward the release of episode #7, the pair will have new moments that suggest Taiki indeed has more than a prayer and a genuine shot with Chinatsu, provided he doesn’t chicken out.
Blue Boxhas differentiated itself well from other conventional romance anime thanks to a blend of shōnen romance trappings such as a male protagonist and shojo sensibilities, including its art style and lack of male-centric fanservice. It results incharming and pure athletics and romantic anime reminiscent of live-action dramas like those from Japan or Korea.The latest episode continues an evenly-paced yet highly compelling love story between Taiki and Chinatsu that continues to envelop their peers and classmates with the approach ofBlue Boxepisode #7.
When Does Episode #7 of Blue Box Release?
Produced by Telecom Animation Film, Based on the Manga by Kouji Miura
Blue Boxreleases new episodes of its anime on Netflix weekly on Thursdays,with episode #7 releasing on Thursday, July 04, 2025, at 8:30 AM PT (11:30 AM ET). The series will run twenty-five consecutive episodes for its first season, chronicling the journey of Taiki Inomata as he stokes his ambitions to play badminton at the national level. But as Taiki hones his skills and confides in his friends about his journey, he surrounds himself with friends like Kyo Kasahara and Kengo Haryu and even love interests like Chinatsu and Hina.
Blue Boxjoins as the latest anime to be simulcast on Netflix, alongsideDan Da Danand precedingSakamoto Days, indicating a solid push by Shueisha properties to appear on the streaming giant. This makesBlue Boxhalf of the anime Fall 2024’s tentpole anime double-feature on Netflix, with fans poised to check back weekly for the latest developments. By adapting Kouji Miura’s gorgeous manga,Telecom Animation Film channels a wholesome and pure dramedyfor viewers of all ages to enjoy, with two entire cours on the horizon.
What Happened in Blue Box Episode #6?
A Hina Interlude
As Taiki’s progress with Chinatsu continues,Blue Boxepisode #6primarily focuses on the surprising development with Hina discovering Taiki’s living situation. Feeling shocked and at least a small amount deceived, Hina confronts Taiki about the problem, content with learning about their heightened bond as housemates who lean on each other as they strive for the national level. With Hina pushing similar aspirations,she finds the pressure, on top of surfacing feelings for Taiki, begins to affect her performance as the school’s star rhythmic gymnast.
WhileBlue Boxepisode #6 primarily focuses on Hina’s side of things, viewers still see Taiki in the eyes of his friends, particularly his innate charisma and lovable traits as a good friend. Hina even wrestles with these feelings, with unforced tears rolling down her cheek as she doesn’t wish to obstruct Taiki’s romantic aspirations. Even as she tries to push Taiki away,he rushes in, especially following an incident where he accidentally caused her to bruise her ankle, standing by her side.Ultimately, she pushes through this emotional chapter, remaining resilient in light of her budding feelings.
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Netflix’s Blue Box blends coming-of-age romance with sports as badminton player Taiki pursues his crush, star basketball player Chinatsu.
In the wake of these events, as Kyo observes this new dynamic unfolding,Chinatsu processes Taiki’s bond with Hina, realizing the two are quite compatible. Still, to bring her basketball team to the nationals, she resolves to carry on as normal, rationalizing away any issues it may cause with what she believes is Taiki’s romantic prospects with Hina. As the story arc continues intoBlue Boxepisode #7, this development begins a potent and complicated love triangle.
Taiki May Just Have a Prayer with Chinatsu in Blue Box Episode #7
The Young Badminton Prospect Has a Shot with the Basketball Star
AsBlue Boxepisode #7 adapts the events of chapter #19 and beyond in the manga,Taiki grows more comfortable interacting with Chinatsu outside school and at home. As their dynamic improves, he makes significant memories with her, such as stoking their mutual hopes for making it to the nationals, improving his badminton game at the court to the point of giving Haryu-senpai a run for his money, and even simple moments like sharing his snacks. InBlue Boxepisode #7, despite Hina developing her feelings, Taiki’s progress with Chinatsu moves unfettered, for now.
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Taiki Inomata, a junior high student at Eimei Academy, is a dedicated badminton player with a crush on Chinatsu Kano, a star basketball player. Their paths intertwine in unexpected ways when Chinatsu moves in with Taiki’s family. Balancing sports, school, and budding feelings, Taiki aims to prove himself worthy of her admiration while striving for Nationals.
