Ace wo Nerae! - Info; Final; Summary

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Ace wo Nerae!

Synopsis: On her first day at Nishi High School, Hiromi Oka, a 15-year-old teenager, is enchanted by the world of tennis upon meeting the talented player Reika "Ochoufujin" Ryuuzaki. Upon ing the school's tennis club, Hiromi faces the rigorous coach Jin Munakata, whose demanding approach redefines her limits and challenges even the renowned Ochoufujin. Through intense training and personal overcoming, Hiromi strives to carve her place as one of the top players in the club, facing the pressure from veterans and the relentless pursuit of the title of "ace" in the sport.

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Anime Titles

Anime Title: Ace wo Nerae!
Anime title in Japanese: エースをねらえ!
Anime Name in English: Aim for the Ace!
Other Names: Ace o Nerae

Production Information

Producers: Mainichi Broadcasting System
Licensors:
Studios: Tokyo Movie Shinsha

Anime Information

Type: TV
Episodes: 26
Date: Jul 16, 2019 to Jan 7, 2020
Genres: Drama, Romance, Sports, School, Shoujo
Topics: Others
Target: Shoujo

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Anime Reviews

Note: 7.12
Popularity: 5590

Video Trailer/Openings

Curiosities

"Ace wo Nerae!" is a manga series written and illustrated by Sumika Yamamoto, first published in 1972 in the magazine Margaret.
The manga "Ace wo Nerae!" was later adapted into an anime series in 1973, directed by Osamu Dezaki.
The series is known for its themes of determination and perseverance, following the life of the protagonist Hiromi Oka as she strives to become an elite tennis player.
The opening song of the anime, "Ace wo Nerae!", performed by Kumiko Osugi, is well-ed by the series' fans.
Osamu Dezaki, the director of the anime series, is famous for his unique visual style and for his use of "postcards" (frame freezing for dramatic effect), which stand out in the series.
The popularity of "Ace wo Nerae!" led to various adaptations, including movies, OVAs, and a live-action series released in 2004.

Main Characters

Oka Hiromi: Determined tennis player and protagonist of the series.
Ryuuzaki Reika
Munakata Jin: A demanding coach of Hiromi, known for his strictness.
Todou Takayuki
Aikawa Maki
Midorikawa Ranko: Hiromi's tennis rival.
Kyoko Otowa
Chiba Takashi
Ozaki Yuu
Hoshino Miwa

Summary and Events

Hiromi Oka, inspired by the player Reika "Ochoufujin" Ryuuzaki, decides to the tennis club at Nishi High School.
The arrival of the new coach, Jin Munakata, brings an intense training regimen to the team.
Despite the difficulties of the training, Hiromi's determination catches the coach's attention.
Hiromi is selected to be one of the main players of the club.
She faces the pressure from more experienced peers while working to become a top player in tennis.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime. Ace wo Nerae!. We have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to reveal the content of the work's ending.

"Ace wo Nerae!" is a work that, as far as my knowledge goes, still does not have a conclusive ending. The story follows Hiromi Oka, a young girl with the dream of becoming an exceptional tennis player. The narrative addresses her determination, the challenges she faces, and the development of her skills over time, depicting her victories and defeats both on the courts and in her personal life. The plot continues to evolve with Hiromi growing in ability and maturity, but a definitive conclusion has yet to be published.

Meaning of Ace wo Nerae!

Let's see below the translation of each word and the explanation of the anime's name:

エースをねらえ!

エース - Ace
を - Partícula que indica o objeto de um verbo
ねらえ - Atingir / Alvo

The title of the anime "エースをねらえ!" can be translated as "Love the Ace!" or "Grab the Ace!", reflecting the main goal of the protagonist, Hiromi Oka, who aims to become an exceptional tennis player, or an "ace." The anime focuses on her journey in the Nishi school tennis club, where she faces challenges and pressures while striving to achieve this status. The term "ace" in the context of tennis refers to a player who is exceptionally skilled, and Hiromi's determination to reach this level is the focus of the plot.

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