Is Prince Of Tennis Over?
The answer to whether or not the manga/anime series Prince of Tennis is over is a resounding no! The series is currently on-going with no end in sight.
Introduction
It’s been over a decade since “Prince of Tennis” first graced our screens, and the show still holds a special place in the hearts of many fans worldwide. However, with no new episodes or movies released in recent years, some viewers are beginning to wonder: is “Prince of Tennis” really over?
The answer, unfortunately, is most likely yes. Despite its enduring popularity, it seems that “Prince of Tennis” has come to an end. The show’s creator, Takeshi Konomi, has not released any new material since 2014, and the show’s official website has been inactive since 2016.
There is still a slim chance that “Prince of Tennis” could make a comeback—but for now, it seems that the curtain has fallen on this beloved anime series.
The End Of An Era
The popular manga and anime series, Prince of Tennis, is coming to an end. The author of the series, Takeshi Konomi, announced that the manga will be ending in the next couple of issues. The anime series is also coming to an end, with the final episode airing in Japan on March 30th.
The Cast
The original Japanese voice cast for the anime series Prince of Tennis consisted of:
-Junichi Suwabe as Ryoma Echizen
– Junko Minagawa as Sakuno Ryuzaki
– Takeshi Kusao as Momoshiro Takeshi
– Tomoka Wakabayashi as Haruka Nanjo
– Akiko Yajima as Natsu Takasaki
– Chihiro Suzuki as Satoshi Horio
The Crew
The crew of the anime “Prince of Tennis” is pretty much the who’s who of the business. All of the main staff members have been with the franchise since it began airing in 2001. The show’s director, Takeshi Konomi, is best known for his work on “Ranma 1/2” and “Inuyasha.” The series composer, Kenichi Kanemaki, has worked on shows like “Bakuman” and “Mobile Suit Gundam 00.” And the character designer, Takeshi Obata, is considered one of the masters of manga, having created hits like “Death Note” and “Bakuman.”
With such a high-profile team, it’s no wonder that “Prince of Tennis” has been so successful. But now, after 14 years and over 380 episodes, it appears that the show is finally coming to an end.
During a recent event celebrating the anime’s 15th anniversary, it was announced that the franchise would be getting a new anime series called “The New Prince of Tennis.” This sequel will take place during a tennis tournament that takes place after the original story. However, it was also revealed that this would be the last time that the core crew would be working on the franchise.
Director Takeshi Konomi will be stepping down as director, with Takayuki Hamana taking his place. Series composer Kenichi Kanemaki will also be leaving, to be replaced by Taku Kishimoto. And finally, character designer Takeshi Obata will be handing off duties to Shun Saeki.
The Fans
The fans of Prince of Tennis are a passionate and dedicated bunch. They have been with the series since it first aired in 2001, and they have Stick with it through all the ups and downs.
Now, it appears that the series may finally be coming to an end. The most recent anime adaptation, which began airing in Japan in April of this year, is currently up to its thirteenth episode. The fourteenth and final episode is set to air on September 25th.
The fans are understandably sad about this news. Many of them had been hoping that the series would continue indefinitely. After all, it is one of their favorite anime of all time.
However, all good things must come to an end sooner or later. And so, the fans of Prince of Tennis will have to say goodbye to the series after fourteen years. It has been a great ride, but all good things must come to an end eventually.
Conclusion
In conclusion, while it is impossible to definitively say whether or not Prince of Tennis is over, the evidence seems to suggest that it is. The fact that the manga has been on hiatus for over a year now, and that no new anime episodes have been released in even longer, points to the likelihood that the franchise has come to an end. Whether or not this is permanent remains to be seen, but for now, it appears that Prince of Tennis has ended.
