What is Keijo!!!!!!!!?#
Keijo!!!!!!!! is a high-energy series that blends sports action with absurd comedy. The story follows Nozomi Kaminashi, a high school student from a poor family who dreams of making a fortune through “Keijo.” This unique gambling sport requires contestants to stand on floating platforms and use only their butts and chests to knock their opponents into the water. Leveraging her background in gymnastics, balance, and flexibility, Nozomi enrolls in a specialized training boarding school to master the art of Keijo.
If you’re looking to dive into this wild world, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When deciding whether to commit to a series, the biggest question is usually whether the story reaches a proper conclusion. For Keijo!!!!!!!!, it is important to note the status of the source material. According to industry news, the Keijo!!!!!!!! manga officially ended in April 2017, with the creator subsequently explaining the reasons behind the cancellation.
Because the manga has concluded, viewers who want the full story arc beyond the anime adaptation may find it necessary to pick up the written material. You can buy the Keijo!!!!!!!! manga to see how the journey concludes.
Audience and Appeal: Who Should Watch This?#
Keijo!!!!!!!! is not for everyone, but it has a very specific appeal. It is best suited for viewers who enjoy:
- Absurd Comedy: The premise itself is a parody of traditional sports anime.
- Tournament Arcs: If you love the thrill of competitive brackets and escalating stakes, the tournament genre elements here will hit the spot.
- Ecchi and Fanservice: The series leans heavily into these themes, as the sport is centered entirely around the use of chests and butts.
If this sounds like your kind of show, you might also want to collect some Keijo!!!!!!!! merchandise to complete the experience.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Depending on how much of the series you want to consume, there are a few different paths you can take. For a visual representation of these connections, please refer to the relationship tree provided on this page.
The Release Order#
For those who want to experience the series as it was introduced to the general public, simply start with the anime released in October 2016.
The Completionist Order#
If you want every single piece of content available, follow this path:
- The Main Anime: Start with the primary series.
- Bonus Content: Seek out the “Bonus Anime” episodes included with home video releases.
- The Manga: Read the original manga (serialized from 2013 to 2017) to get the full story and the conclusion following the manga’s end.
The Source Material Order#
For those who prefer to know the full story before watching the adaptation, we recommend reading the manga first and then watching the anime to see the highlights brought to life.
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Keijo!!!!!!!! • manga • 2013-07 to 2017-04 (serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday)
└─(adaptation)→ Keijo!!!!!!!! • anime • 2016-10-06
