Ao Ashi Apr 2026

: The first season premiered in April 2022, produced by Production I.G .

: The series is celebrated for its "edutainment" value, teaching readers about complex field formations, the role of a "playmaker," and the strategic importance of the fullback position—a role Ashito is famously forced to transition into despite his striker ambitions. Publication and Recognition Ao Ashi

As of mid-2025, the Ao Ashi manga has concluded its ten-year run with . Its impact on the industry and the sport was cemented in 2020 when it won the 65th Shogakukan Manga Award in the General Category. Author Yūgo Kobayashi Start Date January 2015 Total Volumes Major Award 65th Shogakukan Manga Award (2020) Media Adaptations : The first season premiered in April 2022,

: Unlike many sports series that focus on high school tournaments, Ao Ashi centers on the J-Youth League , providing a detailed look at the grueling psychological and technical path to becoming a professional athlete. Its impact on the industry and the sport