Wave!! Surfing Yappe!! (TV)

Masaki Hinaoka's life changes when he sees a blond boy riding the waves at sunrise. The sight captivates him even though he has never cared much for surfing and cannot even swim. The surfer turns out to be his new classmate, Shou Akitsuki, and Masaki asks him for lessons with help from his childhood friend Nalu Tanaka. From his first attempts, Masaki reveals a natural sense of balance and surprising talent, soon entering competitions and meeting surfers with different styles and ambitions. The ocean does not bring only excitement, however. Friendships shift, and a sudden tragedy leaves a mark that cannot simply be ignored. Even so, Masaki keeps returning to the waves, gradually discovering what makes him climb onto the board again each time.