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リアル [Real] #9
Real, Vol. 9
While Nomiya has finally found a goal in life that he knows he will truly strive to achieve, Takahashi takes another step forward out of the depths of despair on his journey toward recovery. And he finds solace in the company of a most unlikely pair. Gyupaa!
207 pages, Paperback
First published November 26, 2009
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Takehiko Inoue
316 books1,554 followersTakehiko Inoue (井上雄彦) is a Japanese manga artist, best known for Slam Dunk and Vagabond.
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May 4, 2011
This series is SO addictive. It's going to be hard waiting for volume 10 to come out around November 2011 :( We finally have all three boys getting aligned with their dreams and passion for basketball. Togawa started us off strong from the beginning of the series with his drive to succeed with wheelchair basketball. Poor Nomiya, with his bad luck but good spirit, has been stumbling through his daily life...that is, until just recently in the series when he finally found his drive to become a pro basketball player in a regular league. And now, at the close of volume 9, Nobu is starting to see the light as he remembers his pre-accident encounter with Togawa and recognizes that even in a wheelchair he can also still find a dream to drive him forward (playing basketball)and keeping him motivated to meet all of the physical challenges he has yet to conquer...
Yay! I very badly want all three boys to find their happiness in life...
Yay! I very badly want all three boys to find their happiness in life...
October 6, 2019
Real, Vol. 9 continues where the previous tankōbon left off and collects the next six chapters (49–54) of the ongoing manga series.
Tomomi Nomiya continues with his existential exploration as he starts training to become a part of the Tokyo Lightnings – a basketball team. At first he was intimated by the team – especially of Anzai Yoshiki – a popular member of the team. While following the coach of the Lightnings one night, he overhears what he wants as a team member and decides to train to be that sort of player.
Hisanobu Takahashi continues his physical therapy and is surprise to learn that his roommate, Shiratori, is a famous wrestler called the Scorpion. He makes a mad goal: to be able to walk within three months, which Takahashi thinks is preposterous. He thinks the same thing when Tomomi Nomiya visits him and apologizes to being such a poor player to him and that he would be trying out for the Lightnings – another ridiculous in his mind. He also begins Physical Education, where he is learning to swim.
Kiyoharu Togawa does not make an appearance in this tankōbon except to the very end when Tomomi Nomiya challenges him to a basketball match.
This tankōbon is written and illustrated by Takehiko Inoue. I was slightly surprised that this tankōbon focused on Tomomi Nomiya and Hisanobu Takahashi again as I was thinking that it would be Kiyoharu Togawa-centric as they seem to switch perspectives. It is interesting to read about these two as one finds purpose in life and the other trying to become independent.
All in all, Real, Vol. 9 is a wonderful continuation to a series that seems intriguing and I cannot wait to read more.
Tomomi Nomiya continues with his existential exploration as he starts training to become a part of the Tokyo Lightnings – a basketball team. At first he was intimated by the team – especially of Anzai Yoshiki – a popular member of the team. While following the coach of the Lightnings one night, he overhears what he wants as a team member and decides to train to be that sort of player.
Hisanobu Takahashi continues his physical therapy and is surprise to learn that his roommate, Shiratori, is a famous wrestler called the Scorpion. He makes a mad goal: to be able to walk within three months, which Takahashi thinks is preposterous. He thinks the same thing when Tomomi Nomiya visits him and apologizes to being such a poor player to him and that he would be trying out for the Lightnings – another ridiculous in his mind. He also begins Physical Education, where he is learning to swim.
Kiyoharu Togawa does not make an appearance in this tankōbon except to the very end when Tomomi Nomiya challenges him to a basketball match.
This tankōbon is written and illustrated by Takehiko Inoue. I was slightly surprised that this tankōbon focused on Tomomi Nomiya and Hisanobu Takahashi again as I was thinking that it would be Kiyoharu Togawa-centric as they seem to switch perspectives. It is interesting to read about these two as one finds purpose in life and the other trying to become independent.
All in all, Real, Vol. 9 is a wonderful continuation to a series that seems intriguing and I cannot wait to read more.
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August 14, 2021Mostly follows Nomiya as he trains for tryouts with a pro team and Takahashi in the rehab center with Shiratori, his new pro wrestler roommate.
There is an incredible underwater panel on oh 174 that I stared at for minutes. Really great.
Note to self: Feeling like I knew about 70%ish of the kanji pronunciation in this. Would be fun to read through these again when I have a bit better literacy so that I pick up on more of the nuance
There is an incredible underwater panel on oh 174 that I stared at for minutes. Really great.
Note to self: Feeling like I knew about 70%ish of the kanji pronunciation in this. Would be fun to read through these again when I have a bit better literacy so that I pick up on more of the nuance
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 30, 2018
Takahashi continúa su rehabilitación junto a 2 compañeros muy diferentes, un otaku y un luchador profesional de wrestling. También se plantea muchas cosas respecto a su vida, lo que será de él en el futuro y lo que le gustaría hacer.
Nomiya sigue empecinado en su sueño de convertirse en un jugador profesional de básquetbol, en los Tokyo Lightnings, como Point Guard (PG).
Nomiya sigue empecinado en su sueño de convertirse en un jugador profesional de básquetbol, en los Tokyo Lightnings, como Point Guard (PG).
August 21, 2023
Realizations. Chemical reaction 👋🏼
February 12, 2012
This volume continues the storylines of Takahashi and Nomiya.
Takahashi's hierarchical understanding of the world is being broken down. He used to be the top of the food chain but while he struggles to do one lift/transfer, Hanasaki can do five! Before they became paraplegics, Takahashi definitely would have looked down upon Hanasaki has a loser. Meanwhile, Takahashi's new roommate, Shiratori, a former pro-wrestler, can't even do one. It's a good portrayal for how, in the end, hierarchies don't matter.
We also follow Nomiya's training for the pro-basketball tryouts. I think we definitely get a glimpse into Takehiko's basketball dorkery here as the characters go into detail about what makes a good point guard and team player.
Takahashi's hierarchical understanding of the world is being broken down. He used to be the top of the food chain but while he struggles to do one lift/transfer, Hanasaki can do five! Before they became paraplegics, Takahashi definitely would have looked down upon Hanasaki has a loser. Meanwhile, Takahashi's new roommate, Shiratori, a former pro-wrestler, can't even do one. It's a good portrayal for how, in the end, hierarchies don't matter.
We also follow Nomiya's training for the pro-basketball tryouts. I think we definitely get a glimpse into Takehiko's basketball dorkery here as the characters go into detail about what makes a good point guard and team player.
July 8, 2025
Este tomo me hizo muy feliz, ver a Nomiya tan motivado y todo el proceso de Takahashi que con sus altos y bajos de a poco lo acercan al basquet. Obviamente que espero que Takahashi se sume a los Tigers, pero también podría encaminarse a ser un rival para Togawa, y aunque parece que faltara mucho para eso, no dejo de emocionarme cada vez que está un poco más cerca.
Creo que Inoue hace un gran trabajo al mostrar todo lo que lleva una rehabilitación, aunque no sé cuan cercano a la realidad sea lo que describe, expresa todo el esfuerzo y la frustración que puede sufrir una persona durante el tratamiento.
Creo que Inoue hace un gran trabajo al mostrar todo lo que lleva una rehabilitación, aunque no sé cuan cercano a la realidad sea lo que describe, expresa todo el esfuerzo y la frustración que puede sufrir una persona durante el tratamiento.
December 29, 2021
TW: Strong language, substance, injury , PTSD flashbacks
Volume 9 mainly focuses on Nomiya & Hisanobu. The latter’s mother is still in the hospital. I hope that they would reunite soon since they ended on bad terms. She worked hard to prove to his ex husband that she can raise their child alone. She has been putting on a front all this time until everything came crashing down.
Hisanobu is envious of his roommate, Shiratori, who has set a goal to walk after 3 months in rehab. I’ve noticed that Hisanobu is triggered towards optimism. He thinks that Shiratori’s dreams and goals are absurd.
However, I’m glad that Hisanobu now has 2 friends at the rehab centre: the weird Hanasaki & the middle-aged Shiratori. It is revealed that they all wear an amulet around their necks, which is cute. The doctor decided to keep the trio together as it would be good for Hisanobu.
Nomiya is adamant to join the Tokyo Lightnings team. He has been practicing nonstop. He even went to the games to observe & take notes. Out of the blue, a conversation reminded him of Hisanobu. I forgot that these two went to the same school at one point & even played basketball together. They weren’t exactly friends, though. He decided to visit Hisanobu once more just to tell him that he’s going pro. 🤣😅 Hisanobu is dumbfounded. Nomiya’s words got to him. He thinks about his old dream of joining the NBA. He quickly disregard that thought since there’s no chance for him to ever play anymore. Then he remembers seeing Togawa in a wheelchair. WAIT….HAVE THESE TWO MET BEFORE HE GOT INTO THAT ACCIDENT?
Did I miss it????? I don’t remember it though..UGH, I care so deeply for these characters. This series is just so raw & intense. Feelings are temporary. I hope that everyone will heal from their past and also their traumas.
Volume 9 mainly focuses on Nomiya & Hisanobu. The latter’s mother is still in the hospital. I hope that they would reunite soon since they ended on bad terms. She worked hard to prove to his ex husband that she can raise their child alone. She has been putting on a front all this time until everything came crashing down.
Hisanobu is envious of his roommate, Shiratori, who has set a goal to walk after 3 months in rehab. I’ve noticed that Hisanobu is triggered towards optimism. He thinks that Shiratori’s dreams and goals are absurd.
However, I’m glad that Hisanobu now has 2 friends at the rehab centre: the weird Hanasaki & the middle-aged Shiratori. It is revealed that they all wear an amulet around their necks, which is cute. The doctor decided to keep the trio together as it would be good for Hisanobu.
Nomiya is adamant to join the Tokyo Lightnings team. He has been practicing nonstop. He even went to the games to observe & take notes. Out of the blue, a conversation reminded him of Hisanobu. I forgot that these two went to the same school at one point & even played basketball together. They weren’t exactly friends, though. He decided to visit Hisanobu once more just to tell him that he’s going pro. 🤣😅 Hisanobu is dumbfounded. Nomiya’s words got to him. He thinks about his old dream of joining the NBA. He quickly disregard that thought since there’s no chance for him to ever play anymore. Then he remembers seeing Togawa in a wheelchair. WAIT….HAVE THESE TWO MET BEFORE HE GOT INTO THAT ACCIDENT?
Did I miss it????? I don’t remember it though..UGH, I care so deeply for these characters. This series is just so raw & intense. Feelings are temporary. I hope that everyone will heal from their past and also their traumas.
June 29, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🩷
« Celui qui ne s’accepte pas… Ne pourra pas voir la valeur des autres. »
« Bien agir ne nous garantit pas d’être heureux. »
Et si Takahashi devait trouver son objectif pour pouvoir avancer dans sa rééducation ? Comme le lutteur
Moi je pensais que Nomiya deviendrait coach… Mais c’est vrai qu’il a toujours aimé le basket et son son rêve de jouer pro… Mais je sais pas
Les dessins deviennent de plus en plus beaux, c’est dingue… Je suis émerveillée, premier degré
Quand c’est des tomes aussi centrés sur Takahashi, je ne sais jamais trop quoi dire du coup je l’observe… J’observe Takahashi qui observe les autres patients pour essayer de trouver ce qui le motive, ses objectifs, sa voie,… Mais j’ai l’impression qu’il est tout aussi perdu que Nomiya par exemple. Et encore, même lui commence à avancer… Donc, qu’est-ce qui manque à ce personnage au final ?
L’introduction du Dr Hara…. C’est le diable ou quoi ???
Le meilleur développement c’est tellement Nomiya… Je crois en lui comme si c’était une vraie personne en fait. J’ai tellement hâte de lire les prochains tomes et de voir ce qu’il va donner.
Est-ce que Takahashi et Togawa vont se rencontrer à nouveau ???? J’suis sur que la dernière planche c’est un hint qui va vers ça la… Purée pas envie d’attendre d’acheter le tome 10 mais pas le choix parce que je veux les copies physiques omg
« Celui qui ne s’accepte pas… Ne pourra pas voir la valeur des autres. »
« Bien agir ne nous garantit pas d’être heureux. »
Et si Takahashi devait trouver son objectif pour pouvoir avancer dans sa rééducation ? Comme le lutteur
Moi je pensais que Nomiya deviendrait coach… Mais c’est vrai qu’il a toujours aimé le basket et son son rêve de jouer pro… Mais je sais pas
Les dessins deviennent de plus en plus beaux, c’est dingue… Je suis émerveillée, premier degré
Quand c’est des tomes aussi centrés sur Takahashi, je ne sais jamais trop quoi dire du coup je l’observe… J’observe Takahashi qui observe les autres patients pour essayer de trouver ce qui le motive, ses objectifs, sa voie,… Mais j’ai l’impression qu’il est tout aussi perdu que Nomiya par exemple. Et encore, même lui commence à avancer… Donc, qu’est-ce qui manque à ce personnage au final ?
L’introduction du Dr Hara…. C’est le diable ou quoi ???
Le meilleur développement c’est tellement Nomiya… Je crois en lui comme si c’était une vraie personne en fait. J’ai tellement hâte de lire les prochains tomes et de voir ce qu’il va donner.
Est-ce que Takahashi et Togawa vont se rencontrer à nouveau ???? J’suis sur que la dernière planche c’est un hint qui va vers ça la… Purée pas envie d’attendre d’acheter le tome 10 mais pas le choix parce que je veux les copies physiques omg
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 19, 2019
Fab volume.
Nomiya gets really serious...like stalking the coach serious.
The trio in the rehab centre have amazing water physio. Just, fabulous. Some amazing shocked faces!! Takahashi still struggles, but maybe his mindset is gradually changing.
Nomiya gets really serious...like stalking the coach serious.
The trio in the rehab centre have amazing water physio. Just, fabulous. Some amazing shocked faces!! Takahashi still struggles, but maybe his mindset is gradually changing.
October 2, 2024
Absolutely incredible
One word. Amazing
In my opinion, among Inoues catalog, this is his magnum opus. A story for people who feel the pains of something so deep but unlock something inside to keep it pushing the best you can. This volume is pure art man.
One word. Amazing
In my opinion, among Inoues catalog, this is his magnum opus. A story for people who feel the pains of something so deep but unlock something inside to keep it pushing the best you can. This volume is pure art man.
June 14, 2019
8.5/10
Takahashi makes some progress. Nomiya has a goal. 2/3s of our protagonists are looking pretty good!
Takahashi makes some progress. Nomiya has a goal. 2/3s of our protagonists are looking pretty good!
May 3, 2022
4,3 estrelas
July 18, 2023
Capolavoro
July 3, 2024
How can each volume be flawless?
July 3, 2025
Più di un capitolo dedicato a Hisanobu Takahashi? 5/5 ⭐
November 10, 2025
Que locura leer esto. Es atrapante a morir.
June 26, 2025
"La distancia que un caracol avanza con enorme esfuerzo enseguida es superada pro un perrito que empieza a correr." y otras píldoras de sabiduría. Además, la profesora del shinai (que no es un señor) nos regala varias escenas memorables.
En la reseña vieja me quejaba un poco de la edición española pero en esta relectura en la edición argentina me dejó más contento.
En la reseña vieja me quejaba un poco de la edición española pero en esta relectura en la edición argentina me dejó más contento.
June 23, 2012
Toujours centré sur Takahashi, avec l'arrivée d'un nouveau venu, un catcheur qui se retrouve lui aussi en situation d'impuissance. Avec le costaud plus bas que lui, et le geek plus expérimenté que lui en exercices au sol, l'échelle de valeurs de Takahashi est bouleversée...
Nomiya continue son entrainement pour être admis dans une équipe pro. Il soutient toujours les Tigers.
Nomiya continue son entrainement pour être admis dans une équipe pro. Il soutient toujours les Tigers.
August 31, 2019
#Program BUBU
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October 4, 2012olyu
July 8, 2025
Noveno tomo de la nueva y más prolija edición argentina.
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