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The "US-2" is a state of the art amphibious aircraft used in rescue missions by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. Only one US-2 aircraft exists in the world, and it is able to make landings on ocean waters that have waves up to 3 meters high. It is used to look for and rescue victims in all the ocean waters surrounding Japan, transporting the citizens of outlying islands, and is always certain to accomplish its mission. But making such a highly capable, world-class aircraft that can save countless lives caused Japan to go through a series of trials and hardships until it was completed... This is the story of the brave men who risked it all to develop this incredible "flying boat"!
The title character is Arisu Tanigawa, an aircraft pilot who gained extraordinary flying skills under the expert tutelage of her father when she was young — but who also has some issues. Arisu's life changes when she has a chance encounter with a mysterious boy on the same airplane she is piloting.
Yatora is the perfect high school student, with good grades and lots of friends. It’s an effortless performance, and, ultimately … a dull one. But he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst—and he’s about to learn how savage and unforgiving art can be!
Sakamichi is a die-hard otaku; he loves anime and manga, and rides his clunky bicycle over 90 kilometers to Akihabara each week for the latest toys and games. Upon entering high school, Sakamichi is thrilled to meet others that share his passion, but soon discovers that the anime club is defunct and in need of members. Meanwhile, a skilled cyclist and fellow classmate Shunsuke has his eye on the boy, having seen his incredible speed, even while riding such a heavy “mom cycle.” Now, Sakamichi must decide if he wants to stick with his would-be anime club, or join Shunsuke and other new friends for the ride of his life in the Competitive Cycling Club, where fierce races and other adventures await them!