04/11/2014 - 06/20/2014 Finished
Ping Pong the Animation (ピンポン THE ANIMATION)
Despite being polar opposites, Makoto "Smile" Tsukimoto and Yutaka "Peco" Hoshino have been best friends since childhood. Although the overly confident Peco strives to be the best ping-pong player in the world, he often skips practice, earning the ire of his fellow teammates on the Katase High School ping-pong team. Meanwhile, Smile—in spite of his innate talent for the sport—cannot help but hold back his full strength when playing against others. Through their mutual love for ping-pong, the two have developed a bond that is seemingly unbreakable. When Peco hears that an ex-national team player from China is coming to Japan, he drags Smile over to rival Tsujido High School to observe them. The subsequent trip leads to a clash between Peco and Kong Wenge, who overwhelmingly defeats the former in one game. Stunned by such a comprehensive loss, Peco finds himself questioning why he plays to begin with. Seeing his potential as a player, Katase's coach begins to train Smile to overcome his hesitation, but he is reluctant to play if it is not for enjoyment. As the two struggle to find meaning in the sport, a plethora of stronger players—each with their own internal strifes—await them at the inter-high tournament, where only the very best can persevere. But when these young athletes let their unbridled ambition go unchecked, the hardships they face paint a somber reality as they pursue glory.
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Total episodes
11
Canon episodes
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Canon episodes · 11 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Ping Pong the Animation has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Ping Pong the Animation doesn't have a single filler episode: all 11 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 11 episodes of Ping Pong the Animation aired in 2014 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Ping Pong the Animation is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 11 without detours. If you came looking for which Ping Pong the Animation episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
11 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Sound of the Wind is in the Way04/11/2014 | 04/11/2014 | Canon |
| 2 | Smile is a Robot04/18/2014 | 04/18/2014 | Canon |
| 3 | Devoting Your Life to Table Tennis is Creepy04/25/2014 | 04/25/2014 | Canon |
| 4 | The Only Way to Avoid Losing by Not Fighting05/02/2014 | 05/02/2014 | Canon |
| 5 | Where Did I Go Wrong?05/09/2014 | 05/09/2014 | Canon |
| 6 | You Love Table Tennis More Than Anyone Else!!05/16/2014 | 05/16/2014 | Canon |
| 7 | Yes, My Coach05/23/2014 | 05/23/2014 | Canon |
| 8 | Enter the Hero05/30/2014 | 05/30/2014 | Canon |
| 9 | I'm Gonna Go Cry06/06/2014 | 06/06/2014 | Canon |
| 10 | You're a Hero, Aren't You?!06/13/2014 | 06/13/2014 | Canon |
| 11 | Blood Tastes Like Iron06/20/2014 | 06/20/2014 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Ping Pong the Animation have?
Ping Pong the Animation has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Ping Pong the Animation have?
In total, Ping Pong the Animation has 11 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Ping Pong the Animation?
It is recommended to watch Ping Pong the Animation in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Ping Pong the Animation online?
Ping Pong the Animation is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
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Is Ping Pong the Animation a complete anime?
Yes, Ping Pong the Animation is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Ping Pong the Animation have?
No, Ping Pong the Animation does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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