Kuroko's Basketball

About Kuroko's Basketball

Kuroko's Basketball is a popular sports anime series that premiered in 2012. The show follows the story of a high school basketball team striving to become the best in Japan. The main protagonist, Tetsuya Kuroko, is a seemingly invisible and unremarkable player who possesses exceptional skills that make him a crucial asset to his team. With intense basketball matches, rivalries, and character dynamics, Kuroko's Basketball explores themes of teamwork, determination, and personal growth.

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• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Quotes
• Music, Soundtrack

Making / Production

Kuroko's Basketball was adapted from the manga series written and illustrated by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. The anime was produced by Production I.G, known for their work on various successful anime shows. The animation quality and attention to detail in capturing the intense basketball matches were commendable, creating a visually captivating experience for viewers.

Actors

• Kensho Ono - Voice of Tetsuya Kuroko: Kensho Ono brought out the quiet yet determined nature of Kuroko, making his character both enigmatic and compelling.
• Yuuichi Nakamura - Voice of Shintaro Midorima: Nakamura portrayed Midorima's cool and calculating demeanor, making him a formidable rival on the court.
• Jun Fukuyama - Voice of Daiki Aomine: Fukuyama captured Aomine's laid-back and supremely talented personality, adding depth to the character.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The character Kuroko was inspired by the legendary basketball player, Michael Jordan, known for his skills and impact on the sport.
• The author of the manga series, Tadatoshi Fujimaki, used his personal experiences as a basketball player to add authenticity to the storyline and character dynamics.

Quotes

• "The only one who can beat me, is me." - Daiki Aomine
• "Basketball isn't a game where you can do whatever you want." - Tetsuya Kuroko

Music, Soundtrack

• The opening theme song, "Can Do" by GRANRODEO, captured the energy and intensity of the basketball matches in the series.
• The soundtrack composed by Yoshihiro Ike complemented the on-court action with thrilling and engaging music that enhanced the viewing experience.