The Prince of Tennis Episode 87: Prince of Tennis Special!

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This is a pure filler episode and a full comedy special with zero tournament stakes. Expect two lighthearted shorts that ditch the tennis courts entirely. The first segment throws the Seigaku squad into a bowling alley, complete with team pairings from Coach Ryuzaki and the ever-present threat of Inui's punishment drink for anyone who throws a gutter ball. The second segment goes full chibi, shrinking the cast into super-deformed art for a comedic detective story centered on Inui's missing glasses. The tone is entirely playful, character dynamics and comedic chemistry carry everything here. If you watch Prince of Tennis for the matches, this one is skippable without consequence. If you enjoy seeing Seigaku's roster bounce off each other outside of competition, it's a fun breather that leans hard into the ensemble's camaraderie.

Runtime22 min

Filler StatusFiller

Plot ImportanceLOW

Air DateJun 25, 2003

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