Ping Pong the Animation · Episode 8: The Hero Appears
The Hero Appears
2014-05-3025 min
Peco practices among college students at the training center in preparation for the Inter-High preliminaries. When Koizumi learns from Obaba that Peco is still playing table tennis, he registers Peco for the event.
1The Wind Makes It Too Hard to Hear2014-04-1125 minSpring. The Hatase High school gymnasium. Table tennis club adviser Koizumi Jo notices a cut-man with glasses on the team. He is one of the up-and-comers who joined the team this year, Tsukimoto Makoto (Smile). Meanwhile, the other up-and-comer Hoshino Yutaka (Peco) is swindling a man at Obaba's Tamura Table Tennis Hall.
2Smile Is a Robot2014-04-1825 minPeco is shocked when he gets skunked by "China" a.k.a. Kong Wenge. Meanwhile, Koizumi tells Smile not to play with Peco anymore. Koizumi instructs Smile to overcome his lack of competitive spirit by the Inter High.
3Staking Your Life On Table Tennis Is Revolting2014-04-2525 minThe Inter-High preliminaries begin as though swallowing the hopes of every player. If Peco defeats his noisy quarterfinal opponent, he'll remain in the top 4 and advance to nationals. Peco's quarterfinal opponent is Sakuma AKA "Akuma".
4The Only Way to Be Sure You Won’t Lose Is to Not Fight2014-05-0225 minSmile loses his match against Smile. After watching the game, Koizumi expresses his rage, saying, "A guy who doesn't even want to win shouldn't treat the game like a joke!" Seeing his fury, Obaba asks Koizumi if Smile reminds him of himself 50 years ago.
5Where Did I Go Wrong?2014-05-0925 minAfter winning the Inter-High, Dragon goes on to win the Junior Olympics singles, and makes his triumphant return. At a press conference after his return, Dragon clearly states Kaio's need for players on Tsukimoto's level. Dragon's statement creates subtle waves in the Kaio Academy team.
6You Love This Sport More Than Anyone!!2014-05-1625 minHaving quit table tennis, Peco hangs around Tamura Table Tennis Hall eating snacks. Meanwhile, Smile polishes his skills with Koizumi in order to win, causing discord between himself and his teammates.
7Yes, My Coach2014-05-2325 minSmile is finally scouted by Kaio. Dragon declares, "Keep playing in this dumpy environment and your talent will rot." After attempting to persuade Smile, as Dragon heads home, he recalls painful memories from his past. Meanwhile, Peco decides to make a comeback and Obaba works him hard.
8The Hero Appears2014-05-3025 minPeco practices among college students at the training center in preparation for the Inter-High preliminaries. When Koizumi learns from Obaba that Peco is still playing table tennis, he registers Peco for the event.9Gonna Cry a Bit2014-06-0625 minPeco beats Kong. Sanada faces off against Smile as well. Peco advances and Smile does away with his next opponent to head to the finals. Peco has one monster in his way.
10I Thought You Were the Hero!!2014-06-1325 minPeco and Dragon's match is about to begin. Dragon is surprised when he handles Peco's racket. Peco dauntlessly smiles and tells Dragon he bought it to play with him. It is a reverse penhold racket.
11Blood Tastes Like Iron2014-06-2025 minRelentlessly working his injured knee, Peco beats Dragon. The upset sends shock running through the gymnasium. The final match pits Katase High's Peco against Smile.
2Smile Is a Robot2014-04-1825 minPeco is shocked when he gets skunked by "China" a.k.a. Kong Wenge. Meanwhile, Koizumi tells Smile not to play with Peco anymore. Koizumi instructs Smile to overcome his lack of competitive spirit by the Inter High.3Staking Your Life On Table Tennis Is Revolting2014-04-2525 minThe Inter-High preliminaries begin as though swallowing the hopes of every player. If Peco defeats his noisy quarterfinal opponent, he'll remain in the top 4 and advance to nationals. Peco's quarterfinal opponent is Sakuma AKA "Akuma".4The Only Way to Be Sure You Won’t Lose Is to Not Fight2014-05-0225 minSmile loses his match against Smile. After watching the game, Koizumi expresses his rage, saying, "A guy who doesn't even want to win shouldn't treat the game like a joke!" Seeing his fury, Obaba asks Koizumi if Smile reminds him of himself 50 years ago.5Where Did I Go Wrong?2014-05-0925 minAfter winning the Inter-High, Dragon goes on to win the Junior Olympics singles, and makes his triumphant return. At a press conference after his return, Dragon clearly states Kaio's need for players on Tsukimoto's level. Dragon's statement creates subtle waves in the Kaio Academy team.6You Love This Sport More Than Anyone!!2014-05-1625 minHaving quit table tennis, Peco hangs around Tamura Table Tennis Hall eating snacks. Meanwhile, Smile polishes his skills with Koizumi in order to win, causing discord between himself and his teammates.7Yes, My Coach2014-05-2325 minSmile is finally scouted by Kaio. Dragon declares, "Keep playing in this dumpy environment and your talent will rot." After attempting to persuade Smile, as Dragon heads home, he recalls painful memories from his past. Meanwhile, Peco decides to make a comeback and Obaba works him hard.8The Hero Appears2014-05-3025 minPeco practices among college students at the training center in preparation for the Inter-High preliminaries. When Koizumi learns from Obaba that Peco is still playing table tennis, he registers Peco for the event.9Gonna Cry a Bit2014-06-0625 minPeco beats Kong. Sanada faces off against Smile as well. Peco advances and Smile does away with his next opponent to head to the finals. Peco has one monster in his way.10I Thought You Were the Hero!!2014-06-1325 minPeco and Dragon's match is about to begin. Dragon is surprised when he handles Peco's racket. Peco dauntlessly smiles and tells Dragon he bought it to play with him. It is a reverse penhold racket.11Blood Tastes Like Iron2014-06-2025 minRelentlessly working his injured knee, Peco beats Dragon. The upset sends shock running through the gymnasium. The final match pits Katase High's Peco against Smile.
Ping Pong the Animation★ 86%Synopsis
Tsukimoto Makoto (nicknamed Smile) is a quiet high-schooler who's been friends with the loud and energetic Hoshino Yukata (nicknamed Peko). They're both in the table tennis club and are very good at it, though Smile's personality prevents him from winning against Peko. The club teacher however notices Smile's talent and tries to make him gain some sportive tenacity. (Source: Anime News Network)
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Characters & Voice Actors
Makoto TsukimotoMain
Kouki UchiyamaJP
Yutaka HoshinoMain
Fukujurou KatayamaJP
Kong no HahaSupporting
Ryu KenJP
Yurie KazamaSupporting
Ayako KawasumiJP
Ryuichi KazamaSupporting
Shunsuke SakuyaJP
Michio TamuraSupporting
Takahiro ShimadaJP
Manabu SakumaSupporting
Subaru KimuraJP
Masayuki SanadaSupporting
Kenji HamadaJP
Jou KoizumiSupporting
Yuusaku YaraJP
EgamiSupporting
Kenjirou TsudaJP
ObabaSupporting
Masako NozawaJP
OtaSupporting
Takanori HoshinoJP
Staff
Justin CookProducer (English)
Christopher BevinsADR Director (English)
Taiyou MatsumotoSpecial Thanks (ep 11)
Taiyou MatsumotoOriginal Creator
Masaaki YuasaScript (eps 1-11)
Masaaki YuasaEpisode Director (ep 11)
Masaaki YuasaStoryboard (eps 1-11)
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