Haikyu!! Episode 20: Oikawa Toru is not a Genius

Manga chapter 39-40

Canon/MED

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10.0

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Haikyu!! Episode 20: Oikawa Toru is not a Genius

Manga chapter 39-40

Canon/MED
← Prev: EP 19Next: EP 21 →

OSHIMETER

10.0

11 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

harshanish's avatar
harshanish
pranavi_birhade's avatar
pranavi_birhade
Oikawa’s backstory reveals the brutal work ethic behind his polished skill. His rivalry with Kageyama shows that determination and adaptability can rival natural talent in high-level volleyball.
peanuts's avatar
peanuts
Got to see some past about Oikawa during Junior High's. I'm sure when he is pissed off, he'll be demon to the opponents. But seeing Kageyama’s "King Mode" trigger a substitution😐. A NEW SUBSTITUTOR. The rivalry feels so personal now!
alexvvc's avatar
alexvvc
Intense episode indeed! I can't deny it but Oikawa really lives up to his coolness, he has 100% aura and seems chill. I'm curious how they will come up with a plan to defeat the Johsai. Karasuno still has a lot to learn from here
marshymallow's avatar
marshymallow
As much as I love Karasuno, I am hype on Aoba Johsai's team. Oikawa is a smart and hardworking player. He might look chill and very charismatic, but he loves volleyball and very serious about this. I love his soundtrack whenever he's being confident and taking the spotlight.
disavania's avatar
disavania
VerifiedVerified
In this episode, the Karasuno team's frustration in facing Aoba Johsai began to be felt. In addition, there was a lot of technical information about volleyball that I could learn. And uniquely, every time Oikawa serves, there is a distinctive screaming sound effect.
magicpaul's avatar
magicpaul
I feel the pressure building on the entire Karasuno team. As much as I love Kageyama, I can’t deny that Oikawa has the advantage with his experience and ability to adapt, creating strategies that throw opponents off their game.
kento's avatar
kento
I want to support Karasuno, but I also can't ignore how deeply I understand Oikawa. I wish we had just a few more seconds lingering on Oikawa-senpai alone after the confrontation. The soundtrack amplifies each shift in momentum without overpowering it.
sk0820's avatar
sk0820
The spotlight shines on Shoyo Hinata, who struggles to keep up against the overwhelming strength of Ushijima and the disciplined Shiratorizawa team. Instead of relying only on speed and quick attacks, Hinata begins to observe the game more deeply.
meenjane's avatar
meenjane
szekaixin06's avatar
szekaixin06

EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at episode 20 of 25, this lands deep in the Karasuno vs. Aoba Johsai match that has been building since 'Conductors,' making it a critical chapter in the season's climactic tournament stretch. The setter rivalry between Kageyama and Oikawa has been seeded since early in the season, and this episode brings that tension to a boiling point. It directly sets up 'Senpai's True Abilities,' shifting focus toward broader team dynamics and individual growth as the match barrels toward its conclusion.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at episode 20 of 25, this lands deep in the Karasuno vs. Aoba Johsai match that has been building since 'Conductors,' making it a critical chapter in the season's climactic tournament stretch. The setter rivalry between Kageyama and Oikawa has been seeded since early in the season, and this episode brings that tension to a boiling point. It directly sets up 'Senpai's True Abilities,' shifting focus toward broader team dynamics and individual growth as the match barrels toward its conclusion.

QUICK TAKES

harshanish's avatar
harshanish
pranavi_birhade's avatar
pranavi_birhade
Oikawa’s backstory reveals the brutal work ethic behind his polished skill. His rivalry with Kageyama shows that determination and adaptability can rival natural talent in high-level volleyball.
peanuts's avatar
peanuts
Got to see some past about Oikawa during Junior High's. I'm sure when he is pissed off, he'll be demon to the opponents. But seeing Kageyama’s "King Mode" trigger a substitution😐. A NEW SUBSTITUTOR. The rivalry feels so personal now!
alexvvc's avatar
alexvvc
Intense episode indeed! I can't deny it but Oikawa really lives up to his coolness, he has 100% aura and seems chill. I'm curious how they will come up with a plan to defeat the Johsai. Karasuno still has a lot to learn from here
marshymallow's avatar
marshymallow
As much as I love Karasuno, I am hype on Aoba Johsai's team. Oikawa is a smart and hardworking player. He might look chill and very charismatic, but he loves volleyball and very serious about this. I love his soundtrack whenever he's being confident and taking the spotlight.
disavania's avatar
disavania
VerifiedVerified
In this episode, the Karasuno team's frustration in facing Aoba Johsai began to be felt. In addition, there was a lot of technical information about volleyball that I could learn. And uniquely, every time Oikawa serves, there is a distinctive screaming sound effect.
magicpaul's avatar
magicpaul
I feel the pressure building on the entire Karasuno team. As much as I love Kageyama, I can’t deny that Oikawa has the advantage with his experience and ability to adapt, creating strategies that throw opponents off their game.
kento's avatar
kento
I want to support Karasuno, but I also can't ignore how deeply I understand Oikawa. I wish we had just a few more seconds lingering on Oikawa-senpai alone after the confrontation. The soundtrack amplifies each shift in momentum without overpowering it.
sk0820's avatar
sk0820
The spotlight shines on Shoyo Hinata, who struggles to keep up against the overwhelming strength of Ushijima and the disciplined Shiratorizawa team. Instead of relying only on speed and quick attacks, Hinata begins to observe the game more deeply.
meenjane's avatar
meenjane
szekaixin06's avatar
szekaixin06

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©古舘春一/集英社・「ハイキュー!!」製作委員会・MBS

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

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