Major S2
Summary: Gorou Honda has finally returned to Mifune East Junior High School, surprising his friends upon arrival. Now, Gorou is once again surrounded by those he holds closest, and he strives to continue playing and enjoying the game he loves most.
However, things do not go as planned, as Gorou is reminded of the harsh realities of baseball as he copes with an injury he sustained while playing baseball at Hitaka Little. Between new rivals, old friends, and mending broken relationships, Gorou must overcome challenges he has never faced before.
His goal of attending elite baseball high school Kaido may not be far from his reach, but complicated circumstances may stop him in his tracks once again. How will he deal with the immense pressures of the game? And will he ever be able to find the type of baseball he loves most?
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Description
Gorou Honda has finally returned to Mifune East Junior High School, surprising his friends upon arrival. Now, Gorou is once again surrounded by those he holds closest, and he strives to continue playing and enjoying the game he loves most.
However, things do not go as planned, as Gorou is reminded of the harsh realities of baseball as he copes with an injury he sustained while playing baseball at Hitaka Little. Between new rivals, old friends, and mending broken relationships, Gorou must overcome challenges he has never faced before.
His goal of attending elite baseball high school Kaido may not be far from his reach, but complicated circumstances may stop him in his tracks once again. How will he deal with the immense pressures of the game? And will he ever be able to find the type of baseball he loves most?
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Major S2 Review
Major S2 — Gorou Honda has finally returned to Mifune East Junior High School, surprising his friends upon arrival. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Sports conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.17). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Major S2 offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Sports, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Honda, Gorou
Main
Morikubo, Shoutarou
Japanese
Honda, Gorou
Main
Kumai, Motoko
Japanese
Honda, Gorou
Main
Kim, Jang
Korean
Satou, Toshiya
Main
Morita, Masakazu
Japanese
Satou, Toshiya
Main
Shin, Yong Wu
Korean
Akutsu
Supporting
Taniyama, Kishou
Japanese
Amano
Supporting
Hatano, Wataru
Japanese
Andou
Supporting
Ishii, Takao
Japanese
Doumoto
Supporting
Matsubayashi, Daiki
Japanese
Egashira, Tetsufumi
Supporting
Nakamura, Daiki
Japanese
Enomoto, Naoki
Supporting
Sakurai, Takahiro
Japanese
Hoshino, Momoko
Supporting
Noda, Junko
Japanese
Hoshino, Momoko
Supporting
Lee, Ji Yeong
Korean
Ichihara
Supporting
Mori, Shin
Japanese
Inui
Supporting
Takase, Akimitsu
Japanese
Ishimatsu
Supporting
Fujita, Yoshinori
Japanese
Izawa
Supporting
Shirokuma, Hiroshi
Japanese
Izumi, Yuuichi
Supporting
Oota, Tetsuharu
Japanese
Kamigouchi
Supporting
Hanawa
Japanese
Karasawa
Supporting
Shimoyama, Yoshimitsu
Japanese
Staff
Furuichi, Naohiko
Producer
Mitsunobu, Seiji
Producer
Kasai, Kenichi
Director
Hishikawa, Naoki
Episode Director
Kamata, Yuusuke
Episode Director, Animation Director
Kanzaki, Yuuji
Episode Director
Kunisaki, Tomoya
Episode Director
Nakamura, Yoshiko
Script, Screenplay
Shizuya, Isao
Script
Yoshida, Reiko
Script
Yoshioka, Takao
Script, Screenplay
Fukushima, Toshinori
Storyboard
Fukushima, Kazumi
Storyboard
Kikuchi, Kazuhito
Storyboard
Kodaira, Susumu
Storyboard
Matano, Hiromichi
Storyboard
The Loose Dogs
Theme Song Performance
Asakura, Noriyuki
Music
Fukushima, Toyoaki
Animation Director
Ishii, Shigeru
Animation Director