"This book reads from right to left" -- Back cover.

"Originally published in Japan in 1991 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo." -- P. opposite t.p.

"Some scenes have been modified from the original Japanese edition." -- P. opposite t.p.

Though they initially got off to a rocky start, Hanamichi and Ryota Miyagi quickly form a bound based on their mutual experiences with heartbreak (and being all-around losers when it comes to the ladies). Their unlikely camaraderie also helps in firing up the rest of the Shohoku team and gives everyone a substantial moral boost. This all comes to an abrupt halt, though, when a group of thugs with a score to settle with Ryota crash a practice session. Explosive personalities collide as everyone in attendance braces themselves for an all-out brawl!

T for teen.

Translated from the Japanese.