Baby Steps

Baby Steps (2014-2015)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Anime, Sports

Maruo Eiitirou, a first year honor student, one day decides he's unhappy with the way things are and lacks exercise. He finds a flyer for the Tennis Club and decides to check it out. He's instantly captivated by it. With no prior experience and poor physical conditioning, join E-Chan as he embarks on a tennis journey using his smarts, dedication, and work ethic.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 17:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E25Final Setsept. 20, 2015
S02E24Recklessness and Surprisesept. 13, 2015
S02E23Aggressive is Idealsept. 6, 2015
S02E22Existence is the Driving Forceaoût 30, 2015
S02E21Good, Evil, and Rulesaoût 23, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Baby Steps first premiere?

Baby Steps premiered on April 6, 2014.

Who is the main protagonist of Baby Steps?

The main protagonist of Baby Steps is Eiichiro Maruo.

What is Eiichiro Maruo's nickname in the show?

Eiichiro Maruo's nickname in the show is "Ei-chan".

What sport does Eiichiro Maruo decide to pursue in the show?

Eiichiro Maruo decides to pursue the sport of tennis in the show.

Who is Eiichiro Maruo's coach in the show?

Eiichiro Maruo's coach in the show is Takuma Egawa.

Which tennis player serves as an inspiration for Eiichiro Maruo in the show?

The tennis player Natsu Takasaki serves as an inspiration for Eiichiro Maruo in the show.

What is the name of the tennis academy that Eiichiro Maruo attends in the show?

The name of the tennis academy that Eiichiro Maruo attends in the show is STC.

Who is Eiichiro Maruo's doubles partner in the show?

Eiichiro Maruo's doubles partner in the show is Takuma Egawa.

What is the title of the first episode of Baby Steps?

The title of the first episode of Baby Steps is "What is Tennis?".

What is the name of the girl that Eiichiro Maruo has a crush on in the show?

The name of the girl that Eiichiro Maruo has a crush on in the show is Natsu Takasaki.

Who voices Eiichiro Maruo in the Japanese version of the show?

Taishi Murata voices Eiichiro Maruo in the Japanese version of the show.

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Also known as

  • ベイビーステップ (Japan)
  • Beibī Suteppu (Japan)

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