Blue Period

Aired: 2021

A TV anime produced by Seven Arcs, based on the manga by Tsubasa Yamaguchi serialized in Kodansha's Monthly Afternoon. Over 11.7 million copies in circulation worldwide (as of 2025). Yatora Yaguchi, an honors student who also smokes and drinks, is captivated by a painting in the art room, discovering the thrill of being passionate about something. He joins the art club and, under teacher Saeki's guidance, decides to aim for Tokyo University of the Arts, Japan's most competitive art school. A coming-of-age art drama depicting his struggles to turn "love" into "skill," his rivalry with Yotasuke Takahashi from art prep school, and his friendship with Ryuji Ayukawa. 12 episodes. Directed by Koji Masunari, screenplay by Reiko Yoshida. Won Manga Taisho 2020 Grand Prize and the 44th Kodansha Manga Award General Category. Streaming exclusively on Netflix. ©Tsubasa Yamaguchi, Kodansha/Blue Period Production Committee