Tsurune - The Linking Shot -

Tsurune - The Linking Shot - is a drama and sports TV anime produced by Kyoto Animation, based on the light novel series by Kotoko Ayano. Set against the disciplined world of Japanese archery, the series follows Minato Narumiya and his teammates as they confront personal struggles and strive for unity through the art of kyudo. Directed by Takuya Yamamura with series composition by Michiko Yokote, the production brings Kyoto Animation's signature visual artistry to every precise draw of the bow. Fans of heartfelt sports narratives and slice-of-life storytelling will find this series a compelling and beautifully crafted watch.

Tsurune - The Linking Shot - picks up where the first season left off, following the young archers of Kazemai High School's Kyudo Club as they face an increasingly competitive landscape. Minato Narumiya and his teammates—including Seiya Takehaya, Nanao Kisaragi, Kaito Onogi, and Ryouhei Yamanouchi—continue to hone their craft, striving to push their limits in the disciplined world of traditional Japanese archery. The arrival of a bold new school on the tournament scene disrupts the established dynamic between Kazemai and their long-standing rivals, introducing fresh tensions and new faces that challenge everything the team thought they knew. Adding another dimension to the season, the Kazemai women's team—featuring Rika Seo, Yuuna Hanazawa, and Noa Shiragiku—steps onto the competitive stage for the very first time, bringing their own aspirations and determination to the sport. Two teams, one club, and countless arrows yet to fly.