Blue Box (Japanese: アオのハコ, Hepburn: Ao no Hako) is a refreshing breath of air in the pages of Weekly Shōnen Jump, created by Kouji Miura. Since its 2021 debut, it has captivated readers by masterfully weaving the high stakes of competitive sports with a delicate, realistic high school romance. Unlike many of its contemporaries, it eschews over-the-top tropes in favor of grounded emotional growth, making it a standout "Coming-of-Age" story that treats badminton and basketball with as much heart as its central love story.

The narrative focuses on Taiki Inomata, a tireless badminton player who finds his motivation in his crush on Chinatsu Kano, the star of the girls' basketball team. Their lives are permanently altered when Chinatsu’s parents move overseas, leading her to stay with Taiki’s family. Now sharing a home, the two must navigate the awkward boundaries of their new living situation. Driven by his feelings, Taiki dedicates himself to reaching the national championships, aiming to bridge the gap between an underdog athlete and the girl who inspires his every move.

Alternative Names by Language
アオのハコ / Blue Box / La Caja Azul / Голубая шка투лка / الصندوق الأزرق / กล่องรักวัยใส / 青春之箱 / 青春之箱 / 푸른 상자