I loved it more that after he got hit in the nuts, the coach actually admonished him to to don't take your eyes off the ball. That means he was watching him the whole time...
One animation detail that is apparent on a rewatch is how well Hinata can focus. Earlier on in the series when we’d see the ball in the reflection of his eye it was off center and askew, but after learning how to read better it’s centered in his eye.
Hinata's growth, from being scared of big players to being excited by them, from having no one to play with to having a super supportive team, from no one taking him seriously to powerhouses watching his every move: it's all so beautiful. That coupled with the realistic pacing of the anime and manga is what makes Haikuu!! so beautiful. My only disappointment is the fact that I'm afraid no anime/manga will ever touch me the way Haikyuu!! has.
Actually, I think that coach Washijo is one of Hinata's most valuable teachers. He knows what Hinata was lacking, which was a general understanding of the game. Of positioning. Of technique. Without these, he truly had "no value on the court" which is why he wasn't sent home but made into a ball boy. It's one of those stereotypical "Asian Teacher" moments where you are being taught something valueable without being aware of it yourself, at least at first. Washijo saw the athletic potential in the game against his own team and he gave Shoyo what Karasuno could not give him - lots of time on the sidelines. It made Hinata realize what he was lacking. Positioning, understanding, defensive behaviour, and rest. That's why he had such immense growth in the tournament. Washijo isn't Hinata's antigonist. In my eyes, he's his greatest hero. Of course, you might say, why didn't Washijo just tell Hinata what needed to be done? Well, Shoyo wants to go pro. There won't always be a teacher to tell him what to do. He needed a moment of realization. He needed fo find out what he needed to do. It was a test of character.
I completely agree with you! I’m not sure if you’ve read the manga so I won’t go into any spoilers here, but I also think washijo made him a ball boy on purpose. If hinata actually practiced with the rest there was no way he would’ve gained that in game sense, it was only something a ball boy could observe. I realize now maybe I didn’t make that clear in this video, but that’s because I wanted to make it from hinata’s perspective
@@HarshReviews I read the manga, yes, which is why i didn't want to go into spoiler territory. But even with what can be known by anime fans now - Washijo doesn't even look like an antagonist in the manga. I think it's only in the anime that he looks kinda mean, heavy rings under the eyes, scowling all the time. As a manga reader, I rather remember him as a kinda soft-faced, smiling nice grandpa type of guy. I think this is a huge difference between the two media.
Completely agree! I think he ends up being one of the most influential people in Hinata's growth, even in later moments. I didn't like him much in the beginning but he did a complete turn around and is now one of my fav characters.
I love how the things Hinata learns for growth isn't some impossible magic or some Olympic level technique. But simple basics found in schools that he doesn't have because he didn't have a team. When he learned tempo from coach Ukai and first learned split step I though "eh that's it?" and then I realized YES the basics, the foundation, the good habits, the attitude, the desire to learn, that's really it. Be greatful being able to learn these foundations just like Hinata is greatful for every ball that comes his way.
I think what is to be praised about this anime is its pacing. Hinata's deepest training arc only gets in SEASON FREAKING 4!! Where any other anime or series would have it most likely in the begining, as an introduction to the character and the sports to everyone, instead we have it deep into the series.
one quote of Washijo's from a little later in the manga, which just makes me smile, shiver, and almost cry, partly cause of the look on his face when he says it (I have a soft spot for the negative people showing their passion, like tsuki's moment) there isn't ANYONE who has higher expectations of Hinata Shoyo than I DO.
@@fidaruzki565 I'd guess that the game against Nekoma would be a whole season on his own and then maybe the game against kamomedai as well. Or they might but Kamomedai and the timeskip into the same season. It might as well go to 7 seasons lmao
When I first saw that receive in the manga, long before it got animated, I cried. Literally. I have never seen such complete, beautiful, and brilliant character development in any media, development which is both relatable and complex. But when season 4 started airing a year later, I watched it weekly. I remember this episode dropped at 2am(or at least that's when I saw it) in India, and I cried again. I was so moved, astounded, and impacted that I was left speechless. Thank you for this great character study video essay, it was amazing! And expect more comments from me because I love your videos :)
Knowing that hinata ends up becoming one of the best receivers in Japan makes me so proud of him, like he's honestly one of my favourite anime characters and he has such beautiful character development that motivates me to chase my dreams because as someone great said "future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams"
And don't forget those godamn inspirational quotes the anime has "Future is in hands of those who believe in dreams" -Shoyo Hinata Like how fricking cool is that quote
i can't believe our little crows had grown so much esp shoyo. gosh I can't wait for another season. the final battle at the garbage dump will be remarkable for sure
I'm watching coach Donny react to Haikyuu S3 atm, and there was a scene where Daichi was the ball boy in his first year at Karasuno. He caught one of the spikes from his upperclassman and it was a really nice parallel to Hinata being the ball boy at training camp. Really showcases how much you can learn from observing, plus it adds some punch to Suga's emotional moment moment when he witnesses Hinata's growth (knowing the third years also had moments of growth during their ball boy moments)
Yess, that’s such a great observation. I hadn’t really thought of it that way but it makes complete sense thanks for pointing it out! Also I love coach Donny I’ve been watching his reactions since day 1.
I wrote this on my tumblr so i'll say it again, 'Sometimes I think about how Hinata Shouyou, fell in love with volleyball once he saw the Little Giant play. How he was so obsessed and motivated that he practiced by himself or with anyone he could. Try to form a males volleyball team in his middle school (and was rejected multiple times) until he got some people to actually join. How he was captain and the only one who (kinda) knew how to play and managed to play one official match only to lose with such a skill/score gap. Then had his first ever team with Karasuno, but still he felt beneath the team in skills and thought they only kept him in because of Kageyama but made a beautiful bond with his team just to over work himself and get a fever and collapse during nationals leaving himself and his teammates heartbroken..... Then its presumed(and knowing Hinata)that in his 2-3rd years he worked his ass off in highschool hoping that a university would see potential in him to join a team to play professionally for that not to happen....? Then this boy, who was like 18 left all he knew in Japan (family, friend,etc) and moved to a different country by himself to follow his dreams all while learning a new language. In the pure pursuit of his dream, ignoring all the times he was told no because of his height. Hinata is so strong and for him to still be positive and kind. Through it all, be never let it make him bitter or give up on his dream. He kept pushing and pushing until he made a name for himself outside of his idol he wanted to replicate so badly. He never took someone down out of spite or to feel superior. He worked so hard to be in the Black Jackals, to play against Kageyama;to be his equal on the court! To keep playing and do what he loves even though realistically he was at a disadvantage. *He never blamed anyone or complained it wasn't fair he just kept fighting to force the world to make space for him! And he FUCKEN DID*
He was a weak boy who didn't even knew how to play, but he worked harder, again, again and again... And now, every team who fought Hinata called him in the same way: A MONSTER This boy didn't gave up, even thought he lacked height and didn't knew how to play and now he became so damn strong, God i love Hinata!
I was just crying how like everyone had to do Hinata like that everyone doubted him, broke his heart into pieces, no one was their for him if I were him I would have just fallen Hinata is the most bravest and strongest anime person I’ve ever watched I could never compete against someone like him I swear if I saw him in really life I’d hug him so tight and just ask for advice how he’s so amazing how is he just so adorable how could anyone be mean to him like that how could they hate him 😭😭😭😭 Hinata ur hard work paid off i hope he keeps playing on the court I’m definitely never gonna be ready when he plays his very last game and than he’s done playing volley ball😭
I have a special place for haikyuu in my heart so it Feels good to hear someone appreciate all the little things that this anime does that usually go unnoticed... Especially the way it makes u almost feel the characters growth. Good video !!
Someone understands the depth Haikyuu has!!!!! I mean this is what I thought thr entire time. Hell Haikyuu is one of the best Animes I've watched which is motivating and real. Glad to watch this. Hope you'll make more videos in the further story arcs!!! Having read the manga, it just gets better!!!!
My favorite thing about Hinata is his anime VA. Ayumu Murase brings so much energy, and the delivery of his lines makes what Hinata declares and says so believable.
Loved it. I can't wait for season 5. The awesome part about the games is that they feel like real matches. The shiratorizawa game felt like an Olympic qualifier as did the inarizaki game. The games are super stressful and will have you on the edge of the seat, yelling at your tv.
As a manga reader, reading hinata's growth especially nearing the manga's end is one of the most fulfilling reads i have ever had, and in my opinion, one of the best character developments of all time, next to the likes of zuko. For those anime watchers who are waiting for season 5 and the next seasons after that, if you thought the likes of season 3 and 4 were good, wait till we get to the future seasons. YOU. ARE. NOT. READY.
None of the anime I've watched has cheered me up so much and makes me stop wanting to be lazy like Haikyuu. God, I started exercising frequently watching Hinata evolve, seeing that if we try we can make it. I joined a team where I'm the wing spiker. And it was worth it, because I've never felt so much passion for a sport as I feel for volleyball. My moment has arrived, as Bokuto would say. I'm hooked.
Barely 3 minutes to the video and I am already tearing up. Hinata one of my favorite main characters in anime. His personality is like a warm sunshine you need when you feel like giving up.
After I watched haikyuu I wanted to play volleyball, and still do I have literally no athletic abilities, not to mention where I live, no one plays volleyball and there are so many people who hate the sport I practice on my driveway with a beat up volleyball that’s been sitting around for years, no teacher, no one to practice with, but I do it anyway That is what I love about hinata
Hey, dude this is really inspiring! I know exactly how you feel, I’ve been through a similar phase, but you got this! Keep at it I believe in you. Like takeda sensei would say: “He who climbs the ladder must begin at the bottom.”
I also have no way to play volleyball no matter how much I want to. I’m trying to find people who want to start a team and go to administration to ask. All we can do is hold onto our passion
This might just be the best youtube account out there, every haikyuu video by you, i get goosebumps. You describe everything so well and the editing is on point.
bruh the way you storytelling is perfectly same as what’s in my mind. i can’t tell how beautiful hinata’s character development bcs i found it is too beautiful to tell. but you made it perfectly, and it makes perfectly double of the huge impact that char dev hinata’s that gave to the story
Hinata was really cute, but also great at the same time.😭 People were looking down on him, but he was the most unique and impressive character among others.
Hinata learning the split step directly translated to me implementing it in my play and my serve receive skill has skyrocketed because of it. I find that crazy to happen because I watched an anime
14:34 i believe this is also the moment where tsukki says in his mind... "this is the moment you got hooked on voleyball... you are gonna become a monster now"... or something along those lines... haven't read the manga in a while...
I have been inspired by a lot of anime or drama characters which has influenced md in a lot of aspects in my life. And when you have been creating videos on a lot of them where such details ate input. I am very grateful. Thank you.
I had ugly cry while watching the last part, I totally agree with you regarding "it seems that we are also the ones who made their feats" I felt really immersed with this anime. Thank you for this video!
I've been on a binge of all your videos and my man you have a way with words it's just magical not only that but your editing is simple and convey the feeling perfectly.
I'm not kidding but when hinata recieves ojiro arans spike that moment right there its like he received but i felt it in my hands i cant even explain its just like hinatas whole story just gets satisfied❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I still think it's incredible that Karasuno still lost that point in that wild rally. Everyone was dejected, and it was Hinata who cheered them up and kept them going. Hinata is still my favorite shōnen protagonist because everything he does feels so real
briliant video man, that was amasing. I enjoyed the slow-mo you added in, it worked really well to show stuff that might happen a bit quick for some people. also, I LOVED your build-up to Hinata's moment. I hadn't thought about how the team would have been feeling them couple of points, so thanks for showing me another new aspect to this tremendous match! I've been watching Aleczandxr's videos to get myself in the mood on my way to volleyball, so much that I've seen his atsumu video at least a dozen times... now I have someone else to watch too! I'm excited to have a look at more of your content, keep up the great work! edit: I've just noticed I've seen your bokuto and tanaka videos too! they were also great!
Hey man, thanks so much this means the world to me! Im a huge fan of Aleczandxr myself so it really means a lot that you put me in a similar category as him! I’m glad you enjoyed definitely more Haikyuu content on the way! :D
Bro, i just posted my own video on Hinata's journey and this was suggested to me. such an amazing breakdown. Lol i wish i touched on some of the more subtle details you caught. great vid!
My favorite moment is honestly where all of them are disparing on the bench and Hinata chimes in with a big smile saying that he would get the next one too. Then they all laugh and even the Miya twins realize how scary of an opponent they are facing. That's honestly what I love the most, through all his growth and hard work he has never let his team dispare and has always shown them that even if they don't think they can win they can trust him to keep going no matter the cost.
Tsukishima’s yell S3E4 is my favorite scene, but S4E3 is my favorite episode. Shoyo’s revelation brought me back to the times when the sport you’re falling in love with just clicks with you and you start to notice all of the nuances you were ignorant to before. Following Hinata in that episode really does capture that actual moment unbelievably well by showing tiny ways you can adjust your game that pile up until you become something much more than you were. brb- going to go watch that episode again
I used to play volleyball and I almost quit due to my height and how short I was, but due to this anime I got inspired to try volleyball one more time and now I am in the starting line up despite my height of 5'6
Thank God you went back! I’m already a first year in college when I started Haikyuu and I used to play volleyball back in highschool but I wasn’t good. Before 10th grade, I used to be recruited to volleyball because of my height and so I never really learned well and no one was there to coach me properly. In 10th grade I went to a great school and I got recruited again with volleyball but I was hesitant because I told them I wasn’t good enough but the coach was so kind she said that’s why we are here in school, to learn. So I joined and went to the practices everyday. But then we got a practice match with the school that has a great volleyball team, every player knows how to do overhand service and they scared us with their sharp spikes during warmup. I think after this practice game, I quit going to practices because during the game I kept getting switched out to the bench. I didn’t understand why I thought it was so unfair because we didn’t get to play fairly. So I quit volleyball for the duration of 10th grade after than because I felt crappy after not getting more time to play, I thought to myself I was treated unfairly and maybe I wasn’t just cut for it. The coach later tried to get me back again for a few times (she really likes my height) but I refused and just focused on my studies. But after watching Haikyuu I realized, I was being benched because I wasn’t good enough, that I just need more practice, that I just needed to show them that I’m cut to be in the court more. I didn’t know all of that and quit volleyball. After watching Haikyuu I felt heavy in my heart and I was full of regrets. Even during grade 11 I want to try out but I didn’t really practice in grade 10 so I didn’t try because I figured I won’t get in anyway. Haikyuu made me want to go back to highschool all over again and play volleyball. I felt really sad knowing if I practiced more, and if I sticked around more, I could’ve become a really good player because I really like volleyball.
[[MINOR SPOILERS AHEAD]] Hinata truly has one of the best character developments I’ve ever seen. It’s very detailed and thoroughly thought out, containing many many details that would seem insignificant but is actually very important to his growth. The training camp arcs, specifically ball boy arc, and the Brazil arc especially, were very important to Hinata’s improvement both mentally and skill wise. The fans often disregard the real significance of the training camp arcs and the Brazil arc a lot because they either only care about seeing the other characters (training camp arc) or fawning over hinata’s glow up (Brazil arc). Despite being the main character, he’s undermined by the fans and treated like he doesn’t even exist. As a vb player myself who can relate to Hinata quite a lot and as a Hinata stan, I’m very happy to see people actually acknowledging and going into depth with how much Hinata has grown throughout the manga/anime. Great video, love it!
Honestly the Brazil arc is up there as one of the best training arcs for me, it’s just really well done and a great final step for hinata to take. Also, I’d like to request that if you mention manga spoilers to put a spoiler warning before the comment for those havent read it :) thanks for the comment I’m glad you enjoyed !
@Harsh Reviews I agree, it really was a great final step to his journey! I apologize, I completely forgot to put the spoilers warning. Just fixed it haha
Goddamn man what a beautiful Video...I got here from your Tanaka Ryuunosuke video which had me in tears and so did this one. I know exactly how you feel when you talk about how that moment with Tanaka shaped this fire of motivation within you as well because Haikyuu in and of itself is one show that pulled me out of a pit of despair itself. This was something that I had forgotten and as I began to once more reach a sort of downturn, you came back and reminded me of these two things...The fact that even an unbreakable character breaks and that even the underdog has to work and come back on top. Thank you for these beautiful videos...You reminded me that no matter how far down we get pushed, it's all about rising back up again. Thank you.
First of all, I want to say you are only a handful of creators who truly look at characters in-depth, and at the same time produce a video that can convey to the audience of the character's depth as you did with this video of Hinata's progression. Truly nice to see and am looking forward to bingeing through the rest of your videos. Now the second point that I want to mention is that while I do believe that Hinata has really good progression, I personally think he's not the best in the genre of sports. That I would give to Sawamura, the protagonist from Diamond No Ace. So I was hoping to either hear your opinion on these characters through a simple comment or maybe even a video of an in-depth analysis of Diamond No Ace characters. I would love to see your perspective on it. P.S. you don't have to do what I requested since I know you probably live a busy life especially if you haven't read or watched Diamond no Ace. However, if you do have the time it would be much appreciated. Thx and once again keep up the good work. I can definitely see your channel blowing up.
One thing I noticed while reading the manga was how earlier in the series most people did not care enough to learn Hinata's name. Instead they prompted to judge him by his appearance and call him 'chibi-chan' or smth. But later in the series almost every character started addressing him by his real name and not by his physical appearance. That just goes to show how much Hinata grew during the series.
Honestly to me the best moment of hinata is when he slows down the pace of the game, the whole sequence is 11/10.
Take it easy is in my top 3 Haikyuu moments for sure. That is the perfect hinata moment that shows his growth immaculately.
@@HarshReviews Where do you get the music in your haikyuu video's from?
I KNOW RIGHT like it brings me so much serotonin and joy and just jfnkjgerkjg yea
@@HarshReviews Do u play volleyball?
That is the moment I acknowledged Hinata's growth.
I loved it more that after he got hit in the nuts, the coach actually admonished him to to don't take your eyes off the ball. That means he was watching him the whole time...
Washijo is amazing, keeping a lookout for hinata even though he’s a ball boy.
I never thought of it that way, that’s a really interesting point
manga spoiler here but
when washijo supports hinata to help him go to brazil is so touching and such a good way to continue that character
One animation detail that is apparent on a rewatch is how well Hinata can focus. Earlier on in the series when we’d see the ball in the reflection of his eye it was off center and askew, but after learning how to read better it’s centered in his eye.
Yes! That’s so awesome, I just can’t praise the animators and furudate enough for that.
Damn that is a deep read
This is one of the most inciteful comments I have ever read... no joke
dam
That's a amazing detail
Hinata's growth, from being scared of big players to being excited by them, from having no one to play with to having a super supportive team, from no one taking him seriously to powerhouses watching his every move: it's all so beautiful.
That coupled with the realistic pacing of the anime and manga is what makes Haikuu!! so beautiful.
My only disappointment is the fact that I'm afraid no anime/manga will ever touch me the way Haikyuu!! has.
Haikyuu has seriously spoiled us with some of the best character work out there. It's so hard to find stories that can replicate this.
I feel you. The only time I've had a few others hit home for me to the same level are with their finales.
I recommend reading Blue Period of Kenrantaru Grande Scene. Both kinda follow the sports formula in a refreshing way.
Watch Run with the Wind by the same studio
Actually, I think that coach Washijo is one of Hinata's most valuable teachers. He knows what Hinata was lacking, which was a general understanding of the game. Of positioning. Of technique. Without these, he truly had "no value on the court" which is why he wasn't sent home but made into a ball boy. It's one of those stereotypical "Asian Teacher" moments where you are being taught something valueable without being aware of it yourself, at least at first. Washijo saw the athletic potential in the game against his own team and he gave Shoyo what Karasuno could not give him - lots of time on the sidelines. It made Hinata realize what he was lacking. Positioning, understanding, defensive behaviour, and rest. That's why he had such immense growth in the tournament.
Washijo isn't Hinata's antigonist. In my eyes, he's his greatest hero. Of course, you might say, why didn't Washijo just tell Hinata what needed to be done? Well, Shoyo wants to go pro. There won't always be a teacher to tell him what to do. He needed a moment of realization. He needed fo find out what he needed to do. It was a test of character.
I completely agree with you! I’m not sure if you’ve read the manga so I won’t go into any spoilers here, but I also think washijo made him a ball boy on purpose. If hinata actually practiced with the rest there was no way he would’ve gained that in game sense, it was only something a ball boy could observe. I realize now maybe I didn’t make that clear in this video, but that’s because I wanted to make it from hinata’s perspective
@@HarshReviews I read the manga, yes, which is why i didn't want to go into spoiler territory. But even with what can be known by anime fans now - Washijo doesn't even look like an antagonist in the manga. I think it's only in the anime that he looks kinda mean, heavy rings under the eyes, scowling all the time. As a manga reader, I rather remember him as a kinda soft-faced, smiling nice grandpa type of guy. I think this is a huge difference between the two media.
Completely agree! I think he ends up being one of the most influential people in Hinata's growth, even in later moments. I didn't like him much in the beginning but he did a complete turn around and is now one of my fav characters.
I love how the things Hinata learns for growth isn't some impossible magic or some Olympic level technique. But simple basics found in schools that he doesn't have because he didn't have a team. When he learned tempo from coach Ukai and first learned split step I though "eh that's it?" and then I realized YES the basics, the foundation, the good habits, the attitude, the desire to learn, that's really it. Be greatful being able to learn these foundations just like Hinata is greatful for every ball that comes his way.
Yeah! They might be simple basics but when they are trained to the utmost level, they can truly become a monstruous weapon.
The basics is all you need to master a sport. If you train the basic skills diligently then you'll understand the sport even more
when he says "what are you even doing" it reminded me of season 1 ep 1 when kageyama says "What have you been doing the past three years."
Good catch that’s right!
I think what is to be praised about this anime is its pacing. Hinata's deepest training arc only gets in SEASON FREAKING 4!! Where any other anime or series would have it most likely in the begining, as an introduction to the character and the sports to everyone, instead we have it deep into the series.
That’s so true! Reserving the MC’s arc for later was great, especially for Haikyuu.
one quote of Washijo's from a little later in the manga, which just makes me smile, shiver, and almost cry, partly cause of the look on his face when he says it (I have a soft spot for the negative people showing their passion, like tsuki's moment)
there isn't ANYONE
who has higher expectations of Hinata Shoyo
than
I DO.
I cried when I saw read this it was so heartwarming. What beautiful character development.
I literally cried reading that
I was already crying due to the video, but damnit you made me shed another few tears....
@@BrandenPaul2425 I wonder what it would be like in season 5. They still have enough materials to even goes to season 6 if they want to.
@@fidaruzki565 I'd guess that the game against Nekoma would be a whole season on his own and then maybe the game against kamomedai as well. Or they might but Kamomedai and the timeskip into the same season. It might as well go to 7 seasons lmao
When I first saw that receive in the manga, long before it got animated, I cried. Literally. I have never seen such complete, beautiful, and brilliant character development in any media, development which is both relatable and complex. But when season 4 started airing a year later, I watched it weekly. I remember this episode dropped at 2am(or at least that's when I saw it) in India, and I cried again. I was so moved, astounded, and impacted that I was left speechless. Thank you for this great character study video essay, it was amazing! And expect more comments from me because I love your videos :)
Thanks so much dude, your comments have been a pleasure to read. Glad you’re enjoying the content :)
@@HarshReviews sorry if I posted too many long comments haha XD
Same here dude I also cried reading it.
I'm from India too.
I am from India too where are you from in India
Knowing that hinata ends up becoming one of the best receivers in Japan makes me so proud of him, like he's honestly one of my favourite anime characters and he has such beautiful character development that motivates me to chase my dreams because as someone great said "future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams"
And don't forget those godamn inspirational quotes the anime has
"Future is in hands of those who believe in dreams" -Shoyo Hinata
Like how fricking cool is that quote
Which chapter??
i can't believe our little crows had grown so much esp shoyo. gosh I can't wait for another season. the final battle at the garbage dump will be remarkable for sure
after reading the manga, yes it was definitely remarkable but i feel like the inarizaki game was more pivotal ngl
@@sprklyhanse5729 i dunno how many times I've rewatched to the top now 😭
@@zaiaisastay9421 same tho like im currently in the process of rewatching rn hhhh
@@sprklyhanse5729 nooo don't give me ideasss 🥴
I swear every scene in any anime becomes way better when this guys makes a video about it
Thanks bud those worlds mean a lot to me truly :)
Kageyama saying "nice receieve" had me in tears
I'm watching coach Donny react to Haikyuu S3 atm, and there was a scene where Daichi was the ball boy in his first year at Karasuno. He caught one of the spikes from his upperclassman and it was a really nice parallel to Hinata being the ball boy at training camp. Really showcases how much you can learn from observing, plus it adds some punch to Suga's emotional moment moment when he witnesses Hinata's growth (knowing the third years also had moments of growth during their ball boy moments)
Yess, that’s such a great observation. I hadn’t really thought of it that way but it makes complete sense thanks for pointing it out! Also I love coach Donny I’ve been watching his reactions since day 1.
Suga also tried to teach Hinata to recieve in the first few episodes in S1!!!
I wrote this on my tumblr so i'll say it again, 'Sometimes I think about how Hinata Shouyou, fell in love with volleyball once he saw the Little Giant play. How he was so obsessed and motivated that he practiced by himself or with anyone he could. Try to form a males volleyball team in his middle school (and was rejected multiple times) until he got some people to actually join. How he was captain and the only one who (kinda) knew how to play and managed to play one official match only to lose with such a skill/score gap. Then had his first ever team with Karasuno, but still he felt beneath the team in skills and thought they only kept him in because of Kageyama but made a beautiful bond with his team just to over work himself and get a fever and collapse during nationals leaving himself and his teammates heartbroken..... Then its presumed(and knowing Hinata)that in his 2-3rd years he worked his ass off in highschool hoping that a university would see potential in him to join a team to play professionally for that not to happen....?
Then this boy, who was like 18 left all he knew in Japan (family, friend,etc) and moved to a different country by himself to follow his dreams all while learning a new language. In the pure pursuit of his dream, ignoring all the times he was told no because of his height.
Hinata is so strong and for him to still be positive and kind. Through it all, be never let it make him bitter or give up on his dream. He kept pushing and pushing until he made a name for himself outside of his idol he wanted to replicate so badly. He never took someone down out of spite or to feel superior. He worked so hard to be in the Black Jackals, to play against Kageyama;to be his equal on the court! To keep playing and do what he loves even though realistically he was at a disadvantage.
*He never blamed anyone or complained it wasn't fair he just kept fighting to force the world to make space for him! And he FUCKEN DID*
Hinata is such a beast. You just can’t help but be inspired by him! Well said.
He was a weak boy who didn't even knew how to play, but he worked harder, again, again and again...
And now, every team who fought Hinata called him in the same way:
A MONSTER
This boy didn't gave up, even thought he lacked height and didn't knew how to play and now he became so damn strong, God i love Hinata!
Hinatas receive had me in tears 😭 he’s the real tiny giant
I was just crying how like everyone had to do Hinata like that everyone doubted him, broke his heart into pieces, no one was their for him if I were him I would have just fallen Hinata is the most bravest and strongest anime person I’ve ever watched I could never compete against someone like him I swear if I saw him in really life I’d hug him so tight and just ask for advice how he’s so amazing how is he just so adorable how could anyone be mean to him like that how could they hate him 😭😭😭😭 Hinata ur hard work paid off i hope he keeps playing on the court I’m definitely never gonna be ready when he plays his very last game and than he’s done playing volley ball😭
Hinata deserves the world and more.
I have a special place for haikyuu in my heart so it Feels good to hear someone appreciate all the little things that this anime does that usually go unnoticed... Especially the way it makes u almost feel the characters growth. Good video !!
I’m glad you could relate, that’s all I could ask for :) I have a special place for Haikyuu too so I totally get you man.
these videos really show me how deep haikyuu really is
My job here is done! Thanks :)
Someone understands the depth Haikyuu has!!!!! I mean this is what I thought thr entire time. Hell Haikyuu is one of the best Animes I've watched which is motivating and real.
Glad to watch this. Hope you'll make more videos in the further story arcs!!! Having read the manga, it just gets better!!!!
Hinata taught us that no matter the situation,place ,triumps and no of defeats we all can fly and achieve our dreams
This video had me crying.. and just pulled out my love for Haikyuu. >_< Haikyuu will forever be my favorite sports anime.
best underdog in animanga for me. His character arc throughout the whole story is amazing. Add on to that his dynamic with kageyama is amazing.
Not gonna lie, at the original scene that is played at this video's 14:13, I cried. It was such a beautiful scene full of emotion. Pure perfection
My favorite thing about Hinata is his anime VA. Ayumu Murase brings so much energy, and the delivery of his lines makes what Hinata declares and says so believable.
Loved it. I can't wait for season 5. The awesome part about the games is that they feel like real matches. The shiratorizawa game felt like an Olympic qualifier as did the inarizaki game. The games are super stressful and will have you on the edge of the seat, yelling at your tv.
As a manga reader, reading hinata's growth especially nearing the manga's end is one of the most fulfilling reads i have ever had, and in my opinion, one of the best character developments of all time, next to the likes of zuko. For those anime watchers who are waiting for season 5 and the next seasons after that, if you thought the likes of season 3 and 4 were good, wait till we get to the future seasons. YOU. ARE. NOT. READY.
Brilliant video here.
Your build up to Hinata receiving Arans spike was genius. Literally had goosebumps there.
I'm so glad you enjoyed it, that's all I could ask for. Thanks!
None of the anime I've watched has cheered me up so much and makes me stop wanting to be lazy like Haikyuu. God, I started exercising frequently watching Hinata evolve, seeing that if we try we can make it. I joined a team where I'm the wing spiker. And it was worth it, because I've never felt so much passion for a sport as I feel for volleyball. My moment has arrived, as Bokuto would say. I'm hooked.
the way you narrate has an emotional vibe. love it!
Thanks, glad you enjoyed!
Hinata has one of the best underdog stories!! 🔥
i wish i could "like" this essay more than once. it's one of the best things on the internet.
thank you.
binge watching all your haikyuu video essays, and getting emotional thx
Barely 3 minutes to the video and I am already tearing up. Hinata one of my favorite main characters in anime. His personality is like a warm sunshine you need when you feel like giving up.
After I watched haikyuu I wanted to play volleyball, and still do
I have literally no athletic abilities, not to mention where I live, no one plays volleyball and there are so many people who hate the sport
I practice on my driveway with a beat up volleyball that’s been sitting around for years, no teacher, no one to practice with, but I do it anyway
That is what I love about hinata
Hey, dude this is really inspiring! I know exactly how you feel, I’ve been through a similar phase, but you got this! Keep at it I believe in you. Like takeda sensei would say: “He who climbs the ladder must begin at the bottom.”
I also have no way to play volleyball no matter how much I want to. I’m trying to find people who want to start a team and go to administration to ask. All we can do is hold onto our passion
You got this keep at it dude :))
I highly recommend training videos on youtube!
@@seekittycat same. thats how I'm learning.
man this was so so so beautiful and well done, thanks for that
Glad you enjoyed, it means a lot :)
wow these video essays are truly amazing!! i've only watched two of them (this and tanaka's) and they made me like haikyuu much more!
I’m so glad you enjoyed! It means the world to me :)
This might just be the best youtube account out there, every haikyuu video by you, i get goosebumps. You describe everything so well and the editing is on point.
Thanks so much dude I really appreciate the kind words :)))
dude u really got a nack for this , hopefully one day u can make a career out of this cause honestly u are amazing
14:12 "except for 1 man" that gave me goosebumps
bruh the way you storytelling is perfectly same as what’s in my mind. i can’t tell how beautiful hinata’s character development bcs i found it is too beautiful to tell. but you made it perfectly, and it makes perfectly double of the huge impact that char dev hinata’s that gave to the story
Hinata was really cute, but also great at the same time.😭
People were looking down on him, but he was the most unique and impressive character among others.
As Tsukishima says "hinata was Hooked one level deeper that day"
I really love the moment when Hinata had the debut match when he said: I’m home and his old teammates welcome him back
Hinata learning the split step directly translated to me implementing it in my play and my serve receive skill has skyrocketed because of it. I find that crazy to happen because I watched an anime
14:34 i believe this is also the moment where tsukki says in his mind... "this is the moment you got hooked on voleyball... you are gonna become a monster now"... or something along those lines... haven't read the manga in a while...
dude you're making me wanna rewatch and reread again
You totally should, you’ll find so many details you didn’t before!
You could make an entire anime with pretty much any haikyuu character as the mc
Now I think that says a lot
For real. Even Yaku deserves one.
I have been inspired by a lot of anime or drama characters which has influenced md in a lot of aspects in my life. And when you have been creating videos on a lot of them where such details ate input. I am very grateful. Thank you.
As I slowly watch all of your videos, so far this one is my favorite. Well done and keep them coming
I am crying, man
love your videos
I had ugly cry while watching the last part, I totally agree with you regarding "it seems that we are also the ones who made their feats" I felt really immersed with this anime. Thank you for this video!
I've been on a binge of all your videos and my man you have a way with words it's just magical not only that but your editing is simple and convey the feeling perfectly.
Thanks so much dude, I’m so happy you’re enjoying! It’s all I could ask for :)
I would love to see a moment in which Hoshiumi korai and shoyo hinata are arguing and...tenma udai shows up👀....i would suddenly get a heart attack🤍🖤
one of the best anime I have ever watched
How can you not love Hinata
great vids bro, youve got an insane story telling skill. love this format.
Thanks, I appreciate it!
I would love to see this video continue through the end of the manga, and not stop at the anime.
I'm not kidding but when hinata recieves ojiro arans spike that moment right there its like he received but i felt it in my hands i cant even explain its just like hinatas whole story just gets satisfied❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I still think it's incredible that Karasuno still lost that point in that wild rally. Everyone was dejected, and it was Hinata who cheered them up and kept them going.
Hinata is still my favorite shōnen protagonist because everything he does feels so real
briliant video man, that was amasing. I enjoyed the slow-mo you added in, it worked really well to show stuff that might happen a bit quick for some people.
also, I LOVED your build-up to Hinata's moment. I hadn't thought about how the team would have been feeling them couple of points, so thanks for showing me another new aspect to this tremendous match!
I've been watching Aleczandxr's videos to get myself in the mood on my way to volleyball, so much that I've seen his atsumu video at least a dozen times... now I have someone else to watch too! I'm excited to have a look at more of your content, keep up the great work!
edit: I've just noticed I've seen your bokuto and tanaka videos too! they were also great!
Hey man, thanks so much this means the world to me! Im a huge fan of Aleczandxr myself so it really means a lot that you put me in a similar category as him! I’m glad you enjoyed definitely more Haikyuu content on the way! :D
HR: And Aran slams with down with no one blocking his path
Daichi trying to block: Am I a joke to you?
Why do all of your videos make me tear up.
Take the sub you beautiful man
I appreciate the sub dude, means the world to me that you enjoyed :)
Watching Haikyuu taught me so much about how to play volleyball
THIS MAN IS UNDERATED
You described this beautifully!! Great job
Insanely high quality video man, keep it up!
Bro, i just posted my own video on Hinata's journey and this was suggested to me.
such an amazing breakdown. Lol i wish i touched on some of the more subtle details you caught. great vid!
great videos man. your narration is really good.
14:21 this glorious scene will never not give me goosebumps
00:57 that voice swell sent chills, man. Nice pause haha!
this deserve more views, keep uploading brother!
Thanks man, appreciate the kind words :)))
That scene is so good ahhhhh
I really cried in end of your explanation good narration
This makes me re-live the moment
My favorite moment is honestly where all of them are disparing on the bench and Hinata chimes in with a big smile saying that he would get the next one too. Then they all laugh and even the Miya twins realize how scary of an opponent they are facing. That's honestly what I love the most, through all his growth and hard work he has never let his team dispare and has always shown them that even if they don't think they can win they can trust him to keep going no matter the cost.
Ngl I was impressed already after reading the Manga and watching the Anime but damn your video essay made me appreciate all of it so much more…….
Love it !!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍 just ! Omg !!! The way you put things ! And the words and music… everything is just perfect !!!
Tsukishima’s yell S3E4 is my favorite scene, but S4E3 is my favorite episode. Shoyo’s revelation brought me back to the times when the sport you’re falling in love with just clicks with you and you start to notice all of the nuances you were ignorant to before. Following Hinata in that episode really does capture that actual moment unbelievably well by showing tiny ways you can adjust your game that pile up until you become something much more than you were. brb- going to go watch that episode again
ballboy arc is the best training arc in fiction
I used to play volleyball and I almost quit due to my height and how short I was, but due to this anime I got inspired to try volleyball one more time and now I am in the starting line up despite my height of 5'6
That's so inspiring dude! Keep at it, that's so awesome. It's so cool how much of an impact a single anime can have on our lives :)
Thank God you went back! I’m already a first year in college when I started Haikyuu and I used to play volleyball back in highschool but I wasn’t good. Before 10th grade, I used to be recruited to volleyball because of my height and so I never really learned well and no one was there to coach me properly. In 10th grade I went to a great school and I got recruited again with volleyball but I was hesitant because I told them I wasn’t good enough but the coach was so kind she said that’s why we are here in school, to learn. So I joined and went to the practices everyday. But then we got a practice match with the school that has a great volleyball team, every player knows how to do overhand service and they scared us with their sharp spikes during warmup. I think after this practice game, I quit going to practices because during the game I kept getting switched out to the bench. I didn’t understand why I thought it was so unfair because we didn’t get to play fairly. So I quit volleyball for the duration of 10th grade after than because I felt crappy after not getting more time to play, I thought to myself I was treated unfairly and maybe I wasn’t just cut for it. The coach later tried to get me back again for a few times (she really likes my height) but I refused and just focused on my studies.
But after watching Haikyuu I realized, I was being benched because I wasn’t good enough, that I just need more practice, that I just needed to show them that I’m cut to be in the court more. I didn’t know all of that and quit volleyball. After watching Haikyuu I felt heavy in my heart and I was full of regrets. Even during grade 11 I want to try out but I didn’t really practice in grade 10 so I didn’t try because I figured I won’t get in anyway. Haikyuu made me want to go back to highschool all over again and play volleyball. I felt really sad knowing if I practiced more, and if I sticked around more, I could’ve become a really good player because I really like volleyball.
I’m actually crying over this. You did so well
This Video gave me CHILLS!!!
man idk how u dont have more subscribers, rlly nice content btw
Thanks so much !
Man, watching anime itself felt very good like the best and this video made it better.
[[MINOR SPOILERS AHEAD]]
Hinata truly has one of the best character developments I’ve ever seen. It’s very detailed and thoroughly thought out, containing many many details that would seem insignificant but is actually very important to his growth. The training camp arcs, specifically ball boy arc, and the Brazil arc especially, were very important to Hinata’s improvement both mentally and skill wise. The fans often disregard the real significance of the training camp arcs and the Brazil arc a lot because they either only care about seeing the other characters (training camp arc) or fawning over hinata’s glow up (Brazil arc). Despite being the main character, he’s undermined by the fans and treated like he doesn’t even exist. As a vb player myself who can relate to Hinata quite a lot and as a Hinata stan, I’m very happy to see people actually acknowledging and going into depth with how much Hinata has grown throughout the manga/anime. Great video, love it!
Honestly the Brazil arc is up there as one of the best training arcs for me, it’s just really well done and a great final step for hinata to take. Also, I’d like to request that if you mention manga spoilers to put a spoiler warning before the comment for those havent read it :) thanks for the comment I’m glad you enjoyed !
@Harsh Reviews I agree, it really was a great final step to his journey!
I apologize, I completely forgot to put the spoilers warning. Just fixed it haha
Goddamn man what a beautiful Video...I got here from your Tanaka Ryuunosuke video which had me in tears and so did this one. I know exactly how you feel when you talk about how that moment with Tanaka shaped this fire of motivation within you as well because Haikyuu in and of itself is one show that pulled me out of a pit of despair itself. This was something that I had forgotten and as I began to once more reach a sort of downturn, you came back and reminded me of these two things...The fact that even an unbreakable character breaks and that even the underdog has to work and come back on top. Thank you for these beautiful videos...You reminded me that no matter how far down we get pushed, it's all about rising back up again. Thank you.
You earned a subscriber
man u made my tears to cry
Wait for the next seasons it shows how monster of player hinata really is
9:48 "...where we finally get to see Hinata shine the brightest" LIKE THE SUN!!!!!
I saw what you did there, my man ;)
Haha glad you caught that :)
you deserve like 100k subs, these videos are incredible.
I appreciate that man, thank you :)))
@@HarshReviews your video editing and style is great too!!
Welp, guess I'l reread/rewatch Haikyuu during my vacation =)
First of all, I want to say you are only a handful of creators who truly look at characters in-depth, and at the same time produce a video that can convey to the audience of the character's depth as you did with this video of Hinata's progression. Truly nice to see and am looking forward to bingeing through the rest of your videos.
Now the second point that I want to mention is that while I do believe that Hinata has really good progression, I personally think he's not the best in the genre of sports. That I would give to Sawamura, the protagonist from Diamond No Ace. So I was hoping to either hear your opinion on these characters through a simple comment or maybe even a video of an in-depth analysis of Diamond No Ace characters. I would love to see your perspective on it.
P.S. you don't have to do what I requested since I know you probably live a busy life especially if you haven't read or watched Diamond no Ace. However, if you do have the time it would be much appreciated. Thx and once again keep up the good work. I can definitely see your channel blowing up.
Looking forward to watch you talking about tsukishima
Holyyy I always get goesbumbs damn
Me too, dude, me too!
Bro u are amazing 🔥🔥🔥
i almost cried when he received aran's spike
One thing I noticed while reading the manga was how earlier in the series most people did not care enough to learn Hinata's name. Instead they prompted to judge him by his appearance and call him 'chibi-chan' or smth. But later in the series almost every character started addressing him by his real name and not by his physical appearance. That just goes to show how much Hinata grew during the series.