Baby Steps

Baby Steps (2014)

U/A 13+ 06/04/2014
  • Animation, Comedy
76%
  • Status : Ended
  • Total Seasons : 2
  • Total Episodes : 50

Overview

Eiichirō Maruo (nicknamed "Ei-chan" for his grades being straight "A") is an honor student, bookworm, and is not interested in anything other than studying. In order to solve his problem of lacking physical strength, he enrolled a tennis school and soon found the fascinating side of tennis. Being a tennis newbie lacking physical strength, he supplement his shortcomings with his excellent observing and analyzing skills.
  • Status : Ended
  • Total Seasons : 2
  • Total Episodes : 50

Overview

Eiichirō Maruo (nicknamed "Ei-chan" for his grades being straight "A") is an honor student, bookworm, and is not interested in anything other than studying. In order to solve his problem of lacking physical strength, he enrolled a tennis school and soon found the fascinating side of tennis. Being a tennis newbie lacking physical strength, he supplement his shortcomings with his excellent observing and analyzing skills.
Top Billed Cast
Taishi Murata
Taishi Murata

Eiichiro Maruo (voice)

Minako Kotobuki
Minako Kotobuki

Natsu Takasaki (voice)

Daisuke Namikawa
Daisuke Namikawa

Takuma Egawa (voice)

Asami Seto
Asami Seto

Himeko Sasami (voice)

Hiro Shimono
Hiro Shimono

Yukichi Fukasawa (voice)

Taiten Kusunoki
Taiten Kusunoki

Coach Yusaku Miura (voice)

Takuma Terashima
Takuma Terashima

Kojirou Kageyama (voice)

Tetsuya Kakihara
Tetsuya Kakihara

Takuya Miyagawa (voice)

Chisa Yuuki
Chisa Yuuki

Yuuki Tajima (voice)

Kohsuke Toriumi
Kohsuke Toriumi

Coach Ryuuhei Aoi (voice)

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KENN

Yoshiaki Ide (voice)

Yoshimasa Hosoya
Yoshimasa Hosoya

Souji Ike (voice)

Shintaro Asanuma
Shintaro Asanuma

Hiromi Iwasa (voice)

Yoshiyuki Shimozuma
Yoshiyuki Shimozuma

Nariyuki Koshimizu (voice)

Kenyu Horiuchi
Kenyu Horiuchi

Magure Mike (voice)

Takahiro Sakurai
Takahiro Sakurai

Yuu Nabae (voice)

Hiroshi Kamiya
Hiroshi Kamiya

Alex O' Brien (voice)

Megumi Han
Megumi Han

Marsha O'Brien (voice)

Natsuki Hanae
Natsuki Hanae

Krishna Rames (voice)

Kaori Ishihara
Kaori Ishihara

Shimizu Aki (voice)

Takuya Eguchi
Takuya Eguchi

Atsushi Taira (voice)

Akio Kato
Akio Kato

Kevin Morland (voice)

Masakazu Morita
Masakazu Morita

Sakuya Takagi (voice)

Tomoaki Maeno
Tomoaki Maeno

Ryou Oobayashi (voice)

Wataru Hatano
Wataru Hatano

Hiroshi Araya (voice)

Yuko Kato
Yuko Kato

Sanae Maruo (voice)

Crew Members
Yoichiro Yoshikawa
Yoichiro Yoshikawa

Music

Hikaru Katsuki
Hikaru Katsuki

Original Series Creator

Mao Abe
Mao Abe

Theme Song Performance

Mao Abe
Mao Abe

Lyricist

Akkin
Akkin

Music Arranger

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Baby Steps (2014) – Full TV Series Summary, Episodes & Review

TitleBaby Steps
First Air DateSun Apr 06 2014
Last Air DateSun Sep 20 2015
StatusEnded
Tagline-
CountryJP
LanguageJapanese
GenresAnimation, Comedy
Total Seasons2
Total Episodes50
Creators-
ProductionPierrot, NHK, NHK Enterprises
Rating7.6/10

Overview

Baby Steps is a Animation, Comedy television series that premiered in 2014, with its first episode releasing on Sun Apr 06 2014. Known for its cinematic production quality and gripping storyline, the show has become one of the most influential modern series in its genre.

Eiichirō Maruo (nicknamed "Ei-chan" for his grades being straight "A") is an honor student, bookworm, and is not interested in anything other than studying. In order to solve his problem of lacking physical strength, he enrolled a tennis school and soon found the fascinating side of tennis. Being a tennis newbie lacking physical strength, he supplement his shortcomings with his excellent observing and analyzing skills.

Latest Episode Details

Final Set
Season 2, Episode 25
Aired on 2015-09-20
Runtime: 25 minutes
The game finally reaches its final stage. Eiichiro who desperately envisions a vision to win Nambae and is ready for a new strategy with the intention of losing.

Storyline & Plot Overview

Baby Steps follows a layered narrative filled with mystery, emotional depth, and character evolution. Each season expands on the core storyline while introducing new conflicts, dangers, and twists that keep audiences engaged. The show masterfully balances suspense, sci-fi concepts, and personal character drama, making it a binge-worthy experience.

Production & Background

Created by and produced by Pierrot, NHK, NHK Enterprises, the series features top-tier cinematography, atmospheric lighting, and highly detailed world-building. Filming locations, visual effects, and sound design all contribute to creating a cinematic universe that feels immersive and authentic.

Audience Response

With an impressive rating of 7.6/10, the series has gained global acclaim. Viewers praise its emotional storytelling, character depth, pacing, and ability to maintain suspense across multiple seasons.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many seasons does this series have?
The show currently features 2 seasons with a total of 50 episodes.

2. Is the series still running?
No, the series has concluded its run.

3. Where can I watch this TV show?
It is available on its official streaming platform based on region and licensing.

4. What genre does this series belong to?
It primarily falls under Animation, Comedy, blending multiple elements to create a unique viewing experience.

5. Is this TV show based on a book or original screenplay?
The show is creatively developed by the creators, using a mix of original storytelling and thematic inspirations.

6. Does each season follow a continuous storyline?
Yes, the series builds upon previous seasons while expanding its world, characters, and narrative arcs.

7. How long is each episode?
Episode runtime varies depending on the season and creative direction.

8. Are new episodes coming soon?
There is no official release date for upcoming episodes.

9. What makes this show popular?
The series is praised for its character depth, storytelling, world-building, and consistent suspense.

10. Is this series good for binge-watching?
Yes, the engaging storyline and seasonal cliffhangers make it perfect for binge-watch sessions.

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