This show was entertaining and cute, but went on for way too long. I don't care much for the characters, but I don't dislike them. I feel like one season or one book was enough. Yeah, the story is interesting, but most of it is just playing tennis. It's cheesy and all of it's conflict and excitement so far is "who's gonna win??" The animation is okay (same goes for New Prince of Tennis) and the characters aren't bad looking. However, there are as many characters as there are episodes. It's so long, I had to drop it soon. It's not terribly written, I can imagine others enjoying it enough to watch the entire thing. The voice acting is flawless and the music is really good. I will definitely continue to listen to POT's soundtrack, though most of it will go untouched by me...each of the millions of characters has like, what? Five albums each? I'm only really interested in a handful of songs, anyways.
8 Reviews
Old but gold
lifeoftheart3 June 2018
One of the best sports anime out there, don't be discouraged by the fact that it goes all the way back to 2001! It's funny, inspiring and perfect to watch when you're feeling down because it instantly puts you in a good mood. And trust me when I say this: it's still relevant! Also 10/10 soundtrack.
Entertaining, I'm Addicted
buffyvh04-127 April 2006
Warning: Spoilers
I am not a huge fan of anime or manga, I could count the number of animes/mangas I've watched and/or read on one hand. I will however go out of my way to watch/read these if I find them entertaining enough. I was introduced to Prince of Tennis by my friend who raved over it and stayed up to 4 a.m. on a school night watching the anime. When I first heard her description of Prince of Tennis I was unimpressed, why would I want to watch an anime about tennis? How could that be interesting? A few days later was the start of spring break and because I was bored I decided to see what the fuss was all about.
Brief Synopsis: (May contain spoilers.) Prince of Tennis follows the story of a 12 year old boy Ryoma Echizen who won four consecutive titles in the American Junior Tennis tournaments. He's an amazing tennis player and is considered a prodigy. He moved from America to Japan and attends Seishun Academy Middle School or Seigaku as it is commonly referred to in the anime. The anime follows the matches between Seigaku and other middle schools such as Hyotei and Fudomine, and Seigaku's preparations for the matches. There are also a few chibi episodes for fun and other episodes showing character development outside of tennis.
As far as characters go the drawing is good, but there is often complaints about how the characters with a one or two age gap with Ryoma and the other freshmen are so much taller and look much older. I didn't mind this because to me this just symbolized how much of a unique person Ryoma was to overcome odds against much more physically developed players and how much more he had to develop as a person. Prince of Tennis does have a huge girl fan base, so if you are a girl who loves anime with "eye candy" you will not be disappointed. The matches can be drawn out, they can go on for 3 or 4 episodes and sometimes it can be boring to sit through. Some of the characters can be stereotypical, such as Ryoma who has never lost an official match and always makes a comeback, or Tomo and Sakuno as the typical best friend girl fan club. Some of the characters are annoying, I've seen complaints mostly about the freshmen characters that seem to have no other point in the movie than to be cheerleaders and follow the other characters around. The characters are all different though, and it's easy to get attached to them.
The anime is enjoyable, and there are definitely laugh out loud moments. I found myself watching the anime for hours, once a match or one segment of a story line starts DO NOT start any more episodes if you have something else to do if you don't have any self control. Many episodes are clumped together and can cut matches off in the middle. There are cliffhangers at the end of episodes. There are episodes unrelated to tennis, but many are. You however DO NOT have to be a fan of the sport to watch this anime.
The anime continues for 178 episodes, but there is also a movie a movie and 7 OVAs which are to be released on DVD, only one which 1 of has been released, the next is poised for May 2006. There is also one other OVA that is supposed to be watched earlier in the series.
All in all I highly recommend this anime. 7/10
Brief Synopsis: (May contain spoilers.) Prince of Tennis follows the story of a 12 year old boy Ryoma Echizen who won four consecutive titles in the American Junior Tennis tournaments. He's an amazing tennis player and is considered a prodigy. He moved from America to Japan and attends Seishun Academy Middle School or Seigaku as it is commonly referred to in the anime. The anime follows the matches between Seigaku and other middle schools such as Hyotei and Fudomine, and Seigaku's preparations for the matches. There are also a few chibi episodes for fun and other episodes showing character development outside of tennis.
As far as characters go the drawing is good, but there is often complaints about how the characters with a one or two age gap with Ryoma and the other freshmen are so much taller and look much older. I didn't mind this because to me this just symbolized how much of a unique person Ryoma was to overcome odds against much more physically developed players and how much more he had to develop as a person. Prince of Tennis does have a huge girl fan base, so if you are a girl who loves anime with "eye candy" you will not be disappointed. The matches can be drawn out, they can go on for 3 or 4 episodes and sometimes it can be boring to sit through. Some of the characters can be stereotypical, such as Ryoma who has never lost an official match and always makes a comeback, or Tomo and Sakuno as the typical best friend girl fan club. Some of the characters are annoying, I've seen complaints mostly about the freshmen characters that seem to have no other point in the movie than to be cheerleaders and follow the other characters around. The characters are all different though, and it's easy to get attached to them.
The anime is enjoyable, and there are definitely laugh out loud moments. I found myself watching the anime for hours, once a match or one segment of a story line starts DO NOT start any more episodes if you have something else to do if you don't have any self control. Many episodes are clumped together and can cut matches off in the middle. There are cliffhangers at the end of episodes. There are episodes unrelated to tennis, but many are. You however DO NOT have to be a fan of the sport to watch this anime.
The anime continues for 178 episodes, but there is also a movie a movie and 7 OVAs which are to be released on DVD, only one which 1 of has been released, the next is poised for May 2006. There is also one other OVA that is supposed to be watched earlier in the series.
All in all I highly recommend this anime. 7/10
It's Really Good
lia0002710 August 2005
Warning: Spoilers
Well! I'm sure that all anime fans agree with me if I say that "Prince of tennis (tennis no oujisama)" is one of the coolest and wonderful anime all the time. Why? Just look at the story, it's good, fun, funny, make a lot of surprises, and cool. Even though the ending of this long anime series is not so good (I'm a bit disappointed when Ryoma decided not to go back to Japan and stay in U.S.) but the whole things is good. The story is about a young boy (Ryoma) fight to get what he wanted (surpass his father in tennis and to become a winner), and he had many friends (his school tennis team members) to accompanied him to fight for what he wants (nice story). I just wish they can make it longer, because I think that the story is not just finish like that.
All the songs (opening and ending) are good and the characters also singing too (wow). This anime is really famous until it has yaoi manga (in cased if someone want to know).
All the songs (opening and ending) are good and the characters also singing too (wow). This anime is really famous until it has yaoi manga (in cased if someone want to know).
The Prince of Tennis
WeAreLive16 May 2021
Ryoma Echizen a 12 year old boy who has been an experienced tennis player from joins Seishun academy where he becomes a regular tennis player. To join the nationals
This anime admittingly is quite addictive but also quite fun to watch. You don't even have to be a fan of sport anime to enjoy this series.
It has likeable characters, a cool intro and decent animation. The voice cast is good even though sadly the dub only covered around 50 episodes but no need to fried cause I heard my least favourite anime company will complete the series in english after so many years.
Overall it's a good sports anime.
This anime admittingly is quite addictive but also quite fun to watch. You don't even have to be a fan of sport anime to enjoy this series.
It has likeable characters, a cool intro and decent animation. The voice cast is good even though sadly the dub only covered around 50 episodes but no need to fried cause I heard my least favourite anime company will complete the series in english after so many years.
Overall it's a good sports anime.
Prince of Tennis, one of my favorite anime
karen_tejuco4 May 2008
Warning: Spoilers
I'm not really addicted to anime at first. One of my friends is SO addicted to "The Prince of Tennis" or PoT and every time we chat with each other, she always tell me how good it is though she never told me what it is about because I'm really uninterested. I can't believe I handled it for a year but there was one time that we were on our trip to our home, we were really bored and I finally asked her to tell me some of the best moments in PoT and that's what she did. I was really interested and asked if I can borrow her DVD so she let me.
After that, I watched it 5 days straight and repeated it again until I realized I've already watched it 4 times CONSECUTIVELY. I was really addicted to the anime to the point that I watched all of it's replays in TV. I watched all the OVAs, live action movies and the animated movies. After one year, I still can't get over it and watched it again.
Don't get me wrong, I DON'T play tennis but I loved the show so if you're a tennis-lover then you'll love it even more! Even the matches are interesting. The characters each have their own charisma and uniqueness and after a while, you will realize that you're already attached to this GREAT anime.
At first, you will think that this is just about with the tournaments,, matches and stuffs but actually, there is a twist in the end that is somewhat related to the past of Echizen. Friendship is also valued in PoT.
I rate PoT a 10 out of 10.
After that, I watched it 5 days straight and repeated it again until I realized I've already watched it 4 times CONSECUTIVELY. I was really addicted to the anime to the point that I watched all of it's replays in TV. I watched all the OVAs, live action movies and the animated movies. After one year, I still can't get over it and watched it again.
Don't get me wrong, I DON'T play tennis but I loved the show so if you're a tennis-lover then you'll love it even more! Even the matches are interesting. The characters each have their own charisma and uniqueness and after a while, you will realize that you're already attached to this GREAT anime.
At first, you will think that this is just about with the tournaments,, matches and stuffs but actually, there is a twist in the end that is somewhat related to the past of Echizen. Friendship is also valued in PoT.
I rate PoT a 10 out of 10.
Loved it !!
tushersaha-6919722 June 2023
The Prince of Tennis anime series captivates audiences with its exhilarating blend of sports action, character-driven storytelling, and a touch of the extraordinary. Based on the manga by Takeshi Konomi, this animated adaptation successfully brings to life the intense world of competitive tennis, offering a unique and entertaining viewing experience.
The anime excels in character development, offering a diverse cast of players with distinct personalities and backgrounds. The protagonist, Ryoma Echizen, is a young tennis prodigy with a calm demeanor and exceptional talent. His journey from a rookie to a formidable force in the tennis world is a central focus of the series, and viewers are drawn to his growth, determination, and unwavering spirit.
Beyond Ryoma, the supporting characters in the series also shine. The members of Seishun Academy's tennis team, known as the Seigaku Regulars, each possess their own unique skills and personalities. The anime delves into their individual stories, exploring their motivations, rivalries, and personal struggles. This multi-dimensional approach to character development adds depth to the overall narrative, allowing viewers to become emotionally invested in the outcomes of matches and the journeys of the players.
One of the standout elements of Prince of Tennis is its ability to seamlessly incorporate fantastical elements into the sports genre. While rooted in reality, the anime occasionally introduces exaggerated techniques and superhuman feats that push the boundaries of what is possible on a tennis court. While these moments may feel outlandish to some, they inject an extra layer of excitement and unpredictability into the matches, making them all the more thrilling to watch.
The anime excels in character development, offering a diverse cast of players with distinct personalities and backgrounds. The protagonist, Ryoma Echizen, is a young tennis prodigy with a calm demeanor and exceptional talent. His journey from a rookie to a formidable force in the tennis world is a central focus of the series, and viewers are drawn to his growth, determination, and unwavering spirit.
Beyond Ryoma, the supporting characters in the series also shine. The members of Seishun Academy's tennis team, known as the Seigaku Regulars, each possess their own unique skills and personalities. The anime delves into their individual stories, exploring their motivations, rivalries, and personal struggles. This multi-dimensional approach to character development adds depth to the overall narrative, allowing viewers to become emotionally invested in the outcomes of matches and the journeys of the players.
One of the standout elements of Prince of Tennis is its ability to seamlessly incorporate fantastical elements into the sports genre. While rooted in reality, the anime occasionally introduces exaggerated techniques and superhuman feats that push the boundaries of what is possible on a tennis court. While these moments may feel outlandish to some, they inject an extra layer of excitement and unpredictability into the matches, making them all the more thrilling to watch.
Nostalgia
jaysshukla20 September 2021
There used to be a time when I was so much into the sports anime. I took time to realise that all the sports anime are more or less the same. This one is not too different either. Quite predictably, the main character, Ryoma Echizen is a transfer from America. Throughout the anime, we get to watch his experiences while playing for his School team Seigaku. However, I have to admit that Ryoma was a different type of a main character. He wasn't goofy at all. A 14-year-old prodigy, playing with the Highschoolers, he was quite mature for someone of his age. The way he handles the challenging situations is extremely adult-like. Nevertheless, it doesn't mean that he is a complete 'hero.' There are also those(probably Fuji Shusuke and Tezuka Kunimitsu), who get better of him. I would like to assume that Tezuka was shown as an obstacle, something that he wishes to overcome. The anime ends in a same way as other sports anime. Ryoma flying back to foreign land to continue with his sports journey.
The other characters are typical. There is one strict leader(Tezuka), a cool genius, a megane guy with some weird habits, a tragic guy facing some quite a situation, a short tempered guy, the characters who are the golden pair when it comes to doubles. I feel they do get their dues and almost each of them are developed pretty well. The animation is outdated but it used to look cool back then. The songs are skippable.
To conclude, it's an enjoyable anime. Tennis being an individual sport looks like a very intense battle in anime version.
The other characters are typical. There is one strict leader(Tezuka), a cool genius, a megane guy with some weird habits, a tragic guy facing some quite a situation, a short tempered guy, the characters who are the golden pair when it comes to doubles. I feel they do get their dues and almost each of them are developed pretty well. The animation is outdated but it used to look cool back then. The songs are skippable.
To conclude, it's an enjoyable anime. Tennis being an individual sport looks like a very intense battle in anime version.
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