Welcome to the Ballroom (2017)
A directionless middle schooler discovers the electrifying world of competitive ballroom dancing and finds his reason to fight.
Welcome to the Ballroom - Series Information
- Original Title: ボールルームへようこそ
- First Air Year: 2017
- Last Air Year: 2017
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Drama, Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (24 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 24
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: July 8, 2017 (United States - TV-14), July 8, 2017 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: TBS, BS11, Tokyo MX, MBS
- Alternative Titles: ยินดีต้อนรับสู่ห้องบอลรูม (TH), 볼룸에 오신것을 환영합니다 (KR), Ballroom e Youkoso (JP), Sweep over the Dance Hall (FR)
- Production Companies: Production I.G
- Production Countries: Japan
Welcome to the Ballroom - Plot
Tatara is an average middle school student with no particular dreams until an unexpected incident draws him into the fascinating world of ballroom dancing. "If I can just find one thing to be passionate about..." He dives into the world of dance, believing it's his opportunity to change. "Dance is a passion!"
Welcome to the Ballroom - Trailer
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Welcome to the Ballroom - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Kentaro Tomita
- Toshiyuki Morikawa
- Shimba Tsuchiya
- Ayane Sakura
- Nobuhiko Okamoto
- Sumire Morohoshi
- Chinatsu Akasaki
- Mamiko Noto
- Aoi Yuuki
Writers
- Kenichi Suemitsu
Executive Producers
- Kazunori Goka
Welcome to the Ballroom - FAQs
What is Welcome to the Ballroom about?
Welcome to the Ballroom follows Tatara Fujita, an aimless middle schooler who stumbles into the world of competitive ballroom dancing. Driven by a newfound passion, he trains under a charismatic instructor and pushes himself through grueling competitions, discovering what it means to truly commit to something.
Is Welcome to the Ballroom based on a manga?
The anime adapts Tomo Takeuchi's manga of the same name, serialized in Kodansha's Monthly Shonen Magazine from 2011. The manga ran for 17 volumes and is widely praised for its dynamic artwork and authentic portrayal of competitive ballroom dancing culture.
Where can you stream Welcome to the Ballroom?
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How many episodes does Welcome to the Ballroom have?
Welcome to the Ballroom consists of 24 episodes across a single season, which aired from July to December 2017. There is also one special episode included in Season 0, bringing the total episode count to 25 if specials are included.
Who are the main voice actors in Welcome to the Ballroom?
The Japanese voice cast features Shimba Tsuchiya as protagonist Tatara Fujita, Toshiyuki Morikawa as instructor Kaname Sengoku, Ayane Sakura as Shizuku Hanaoka, Nobuhiko Okamoto as rival Kiyoharu Hyoudou, and Chinatsu Akasaki as Chinatsu Hiyama, among others.
Is Welcome to the Ballroom worth watching for non-dance fans?
Absolutely. Even viewers with no interest in ballroom dancing tend to get swept up in Tatara's journey. The series blends sports anime intensity with genuine emotional depth, and Production I.G's fluid animation makes the dance sequences visually thrilling regardless of your familiarity with the sport.
What is the content rating for Welcome to the Ballroom?
Welcome to the Ballroom carries a TV-14 rating in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains competitive intensity, mild romantic tension, and themes of personal struggle, but nothing overtly graphic or explicit.
What anime series are similar to Welcome to the Ballroom?
Fans of Welcome to the Ballroom often enjoy My Dress-Up Darling, Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life, Skip and Loafer, and Ahiru no Sora — all series that blend personal growth with a specific passion or craft, featuring compelling character dynamics and coming-of-age themes.
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