Real

Synopsis

A motorcycle accident, bone cancer, a speeding truck crashing into a boy on a stolen bicycle--tragic life-changing events turn the worlds of three young men upside down. These three very different personalities have only one thing in common--their passion for basketball. (Source: VIZ Media) Note: Won an Excellence Prize for manga at the 2001 Japan Media Arts Festival.

About

Real is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 1999, The series is currently being serialized.

Why readers enjoy Real

Real appeals to readers of Drama manga, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Psychological, Sports elements. This combination of Drama, Psychological, Sports sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

Real is written by Takehiko Inoue, with art by Takehiko Inoue.

Reception

Real holds an average score of 8.9 out of 10 on AniList, placing it among the highest-rated titles on AniList, with 3,812 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Real include: Coming of Age, Ensemble Cast, Disability, Male Protagonist, Seinen, Rehabilitation, Basketball, Tragedy. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.