Hakone Ekiden: Our Story

As Meisei Gakuin University fights to qualify for the Hakone Ekiden, producer Ryo Tokushige clashes with his boss over plans to overhaul the broadcast.

Eliminated runners join a new student team, but inexperienced coach Kai baffles them with his methods. Meanwhile, tensions grow at Dainichi TV.

Frantically searching for a lead race announcer, Tokushige singles out the widely disliked Karashima for the role. Kai reunites with his old rival.

Natsuki clashes with the technical staff over a new camera placement while the Student United Team draws the attention of a Hakone champion coach.

After Coach Kai faces backlash for targeting a top-three tournament finish, Tokushige decides to look into his reasons for taking the job.