Series by 安田剛士

In the turbulent streets of 1863 Kyoto, during the waning days of the shogunate, young orphan Nio dreams of a better world despite the chaos and bloodshed surrounding him. His life takes a dramatic turn when he crosses paths with Hijikata Toshizo and Okita Souji, members of the notorious Miburo—a group of ronin feared by many, yet destined to become the legendary Shinsengumi. Inspired by their resolve, Nio joins their ranks, determined to carve a path toward justice in a time of political upheaval and clashing ideals.

Shūji Narukami, an asthmatic boy, dreams of playing for the Sakuragi High School soccer team, founded by his father, Ryū. On the eve of his high school entrance ceremony, Shūji meets Kaoru Indō, a talented boy from Hokkaido, on a train. The two visit a Sakuragi High practice match and unexpectedly join the team for the second half, sparking an extraordinary performance. Their combined skills and chemistry begin to transform the struggling soccer club. As they bond, Shūji and Kaoru face challenges while aiming to elevate their team to new heights.