Iwa Kakeru! Sport Climbing Girls

Blade Fall 2020
SchoolSports
6.6
Quality Score
0.49 (Positive)
Audience Mood
6 / 10
Controversy
39,543
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

Video games, especially puzzle games, were always at the center of Konomi Kasahara's life. However, upon entering Hanamiya High School, she decides to break away from this lifestyle. As Konomi wanders the halls in search of a new activity to engage herself in, she stumbles upon a gigantic wall owned by the school's rock climbing team. Fascinated, she attempts to scale the wall, discovering that she can use her puzzle-solving skills to help her reach the top. Certain that she has found her calling, Konomi immediately joins the club. As she strives to improve her climbing skills, Konomi, alongside the rest of the Hanamiya Climbing Team, will learn what it truly means to be a "sports climber" and work to achieve victory in the upcoming competitions. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Audience Consensus

Audience reception is mixed. Some viewers enjoyed the anime for its educational aspects, animation, and the unique focus on sport climbing. However, many found the plot rushed, character development lacking, and the fan service unnecessary, leading to an overall average rating. The series is appreciated more for its concept than its execution.

Strengths

  • Educational about competitive climbing, rules, and team dynamics.
  • Enjoyable for those interested in CGDCT and outdoor activities.
  • Good music and animation.

Weaknesses

  • Narratively weak, with a small and self-contained scale.
  • Unrealistic progression of the protagonist's climbing skills.
  • Overly sexualized fan service.
  • Rushed plot and underdeveloped rivals.
  • Shallow character development.
Available on: Crunchyroll, YouTube, Netflix (availability varies by region)