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Special A

Synopsis: Hikari Hanazono has always been able to do things that normal people cannot. As a child, she assumed that no one could beat her - until she met Kei Takishima. Thinking she would win, Hikari challenged him to a match. But things were not like planned; She didn't lose once, but each time she stuffed him. From that moment on, she swore the best Kei in everything, ranging from academics to athletics.

To achieve his goal, Hikari enrolls in the same school as Kei - Hakusenkan, a prestigious institute for the rich. As a pair, they keep the first two rankings of the school and are among the seven of the best students in the gym in a class known as Special A.

While Hikari treats Kei as a rival, she is completely alien that he houses feelings hidden by her. Together, the members of Special A Comm with competition, friendship and a little love.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Manga and Products
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

See below all important information about the anime: Special A

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Special A
  • Anime Name in Japanese: スペシャル・エー
  • Anime Name in English: Special A (S.A)
  • Other names: S.A., Special A Class

Production information

  • Producers: Showgate
  • Licensors: Sentai Filmworks
  • Studios: Gonzo, AIC

Anime Information

  • Type: TV
  • Episodes: 24
  • Date: April 7, 2008 - September 15, 2008 - Mondays at 0130 (JST)
  • Genres: comedy, romance
  • Subjects: Escola
  • Target: Shoujo

Anime Reviews

  • note: 7.511
  • Popularity: 178307

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Name: Special A Trailer/OP
  • Cover: https://skdesu.com/animage/77363.jpg
  • Date: 2023-06-29T07:20:12-03:00

    • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Special A": 

    • Special A manga was released in 2003 and finalized in 2009, with a total of 17 volumes.
    • The anime was produced by Gonzo studio, known for producing anime such as Hellsing and Full Metal Panic.
    • Manga author Maki Minami is also known for writing other popular manga like Komomo Confiserie and Seiyuu Ka!.
    • The name "Special A" comes from the fact that the main characters are members of the school special class, which is made up of the seven most smart and talented students.
    • The anime was first aired in 2008 and had a total of 24 episodes.
    • The opening song of the anime, "Special Days", was sung by the band Yuko Goto and Ami Koshimizu, who also voice the main characters Hikari and Akira.
    • The anime was licensed for exhibition in several countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia.
    • The anime is known for its novel and comedy, but also addresses topics such as friendship, rivalry and overcoming.
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    Manga and Products from Special A

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    Main Characters

    Below is the main characters of: "Special A"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

    • Hikari Hanazono (Yuko Goto) - protagonist of the story, is an extremely dedicated and competitive student who always seeks to overcome his rival, Kei Takishima.
    • Kei Takishima (Jun Fukuyama) - Hikari's rival and also one of the main characters in the story. He is a rich and intelligent student who always stands out in everything he does.
    • Akira Toudou (Hitomi Nabatame) - Hikari's childhood friend and a member of Special A group of school elite students.
    • Tadashi Karino (Hiro Shimono) - Member of Special A and Kei's friend. He is a cheerful and outgoing student who loves to flirt with the girls.
    • Megumi Yamamoto (ami koshimizu) - member of Special A and friend of Hikari. He is a shy and reserved student who loves to cook.
    • Jun Yamamoto (Kazuma Horie) - Megumi's younger brother and also a school student. He is an intelligent and observer boy who loves to help others.
    • Ryuu Tsuji (Tsubasa Yonaga) - Member of Special A and friend of Akira. It is an athletic and popular student who loves to play sports.
    • Sakura Ushikubo (Natsuko Kuwatani) - Member of Special A and Tadashi friend. He is a cheerful and outgoing student who loves fashion and beauty.
    • Yahiro Saiga (Daisuke Kishio) - rich and manipulative student who always seeks to benefit from others. It is one of the main antagonists of history.

    Summary and events

    1. Hikari Hanazono and Kei Takishima have been rivals since childhood and are part of the special elite class at their school.
    2. Hikari is determined to defeat Kei at everything, but he always seems to come out on top.
    3. The relationship between Hikari and Kei becomes more complicated when Kei confesses his feelings for her, but Hikari is too focused on beating him up to realize her own feelings.
    4. Hikari and Kei compete in various challenges, including a skiing competition and a cooking contest.
    5. Hikari's childhood friend, Ryu, also has feelings for her, but she is oblivious to them.
    6. Hikari and Kei's rivalry is put to the test when they both apply to the same university and must work together to pass the entrance exam.
    7. Hikari finally realizes her feelings for Kei and they start dating.
    8. Hikari and Kei are facing challenges in their relationship, including Kei's overprotective family and Hikari's insecurities about being with someone who is much more intelligent than her.
    9. Hikari and Kei's relationship is tested when Kei's father tries to force him into an arranged marriage.
    10. Hikari and Kei finally overcome their obstacles and end up together.

    What happens in the end?

    At the end of Special A manga, Hikari finally realizes his feelings for Kei and they confess themselves to each other. They start dating and the story ends with them forming at school and following their dreams together. In addition, the other characters also find their own ways and happiness.

    GAMES, MOVIES, OVAs and SPECIALS

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    Meaning of Special A

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

    スペシャル・エー
    • スペシャル (Supesharu) - Special
    • エエエ (ē) - A
    The name of the anime "スペシャル・エエエエ" (supesharu ē) can be translated as "special to" in English. The anime tells the story of Hikari Hanazono, an exceptionally talented student in sports and studies, which has always been surpassed by his rival, Kei Takishima. Hikari is determined to overcome Kei and become number one in everything, which leads to a series of competitions and challenges between the two main characters. The "special a" in the anime name refers to the special class in which Hikari and Kei are enrolled, composed by the most talented students of the school.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Special A has a total of 24 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Special A on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
    The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Special A usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 178307