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Area no Kishi

Area no Kishi

Synopsis: In "Area no Kishi", the passion for soccer is lived intensely by brothers Kakeru and Suguru. While Suguru shines in youth competitions, winning admirers and fame as a future star, Kakeru is forced to adopt the role of manager, dealing with his own limitations on the pitch. However, a tragic event causes Kakeru to re-examine his ambitions, leading him to train with dedication and reinvent himself as a player, also driven by the talent of his childhood friend, Nana, who is excelling in the Nadeshiko Japan women's team. The anime combines deep emotions and the quest to overcome the challenges of sport, promising an engaging narrative about growth and rivalry in the world of soccer.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Meaning
- Related

Information

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Area no Kishi
  • Anime Name in Japanese: エリアの騎士
  • Anime Name in English: The Knight in the Area
  • Other names: Indisponível

Production information

  • Producers: TV Asahi, Imagine
  • Licensors: None found, add some
  • Studios: Shin-Ei Animation

Anime Information

  • Type: 25 min. per ep.
  • Episodes: 37
  • Date: January 7, 2012 to September 29, 2012
  • Genres: Comedy, Sports
  • Subjects: School, Team Sports
  • Target: Shounen

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Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 7.16
  • Popularity: 77,148

Video Trailer/Opening

Curiosities

  • "Area no Kishi" is based on the manga written by Hiroaki Igano and illustrated by Kaya Tsukiyama.
  • The protagonist, Kakeru Aizawa, is initially a team manager who dreams of becoming a soccer striker, but ends up playing a crucial role after a traumatic event.
  • The series is known for its focus on soccer strategy and tactics, as well as the development of the characters throughout the competitions.
  • The "Area no Kishi" manga was serialized in Weekly Shōnen Magazine, a publication renowned for carrying other popular shōnen titles.
Area no Kishi
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Main Characters

  • Aizawa Kakeru: Protagonist, a soccer player who aims to follow in his brother's footsteps.
  • Mishima Nana: Childhood friend of Kakeru and talented soccer player.
  • Aizawa Suguru: Kakeru's older brother, skilled in soccer.
  • Araki Ryuuichi: Football player known for his talent and skill.
  • Murasaki Mai
  • Aizawa Mito
  • Silva Leonardo: Player of Brazilian origin.
  • Oda Ryoma
  • Matoba Kaoru
  • Takajo Akira

Summary and events

  • Kakeru and Suguru are brothers passionate about soccer, but they follow different paths in the sport.
  • Suguru excels in the grassroots system of Japanese soccer, while Kakeru opts for a managerial role after difficulties on the pitch.
  • A tragic event makes Kakeru reconsider his role in the sport.
  • Determined to play for the national team in the future, Kakeru starts training hard.
  • Nana, Kakeru's childhood friend and soccer prodigy, inspires him with her success on the Japanese women's national team.
  • With Nana's support, Kakeru strives to achieve his dreams in competitive football.
  • The plot combines football and the intensity of adolescence in an emotional journey.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime Area no KishiWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

At the moment, "Area no Kishi" still doesn't have a definitive ending, either in the manga or the anime. The story continues to follow Kakeru Aizawa's journey as he seeks to fulfill his dream of becoming a top professional footballer, while also carrying on the legacy of his brother Suguru. With thrilling matches and constant challenges, the narrative remains ongoing, exploring the personal and sporting growth of Kakeru and his teammates.

Meaning of Area no Kishi

Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

エリアの騎士
  • エリア - Area
  • の - in
  • 騎士 - Knight
The name of the anime "エリアの騎士" (Area no Kishi) can be translated as "The Area Knight". In this context, the word "knight" symbolizes the struggle and passion of the protagonists, Kakeru and Suguru, for soccer. The "area" refers to the playing field, where they seek to excel and overcome obstacles in their sporting careers. The story explores themes such as determination, rivalry and the power of dreams, reflecting the young people's intense passion for soccer.

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