Ani x Para World Episode 5: Wheelchair Rugby (S0E05)

2021-07-24 • 15 min

Ani x Para World brings you a unique look at the exciting world of para-sports through the lens of Japan's top animators. Our fifth episode focuses on wheelchair rugby. Japan national team captain Ike Yukinobu had to overcome unimaginable tragedy to become a world champion. We follow his story, with help from the legendary manga creator Chiba Tetsuya, and learn about what makes the sport known in some countries as "murderball" so intense.