
Baby Steps (2014)
Eiichirō Maruo, affectionately known as "Ei-chan" for his impressive straight-A grades, is a dedicated student whose life revolves around academics. Struggling with physical fitness, he decides to join a tennis school, where he discovers the sport's intriguing aspects. As a novice with limited strength, Ei-chan compensates for his physical shortcomings with keen observational and analytical abilities, allowing him to quickly adapt and improve. Through tennis, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and growth, exploring a world beyond his textbooks.