Major Season 2 Episode 5 Toshiya's Past

Toshiya's Past is the fifth episode of the second season of the anime series Major. In this episode, we see Toshiya Sato, the talented pitcher of the Nishitetsu Lions, struggle to come to terms with his past as a former gang member. Toshiya's troubled past is revealed in this episode as he visits an old friend from his gang days, who is now in jail. The friend makes a desperate request of Toshiya to smuggle drugs into the prison, however, Toshiya refuses, knowing that he wants to leave his past behind and pursue a career in baseball.

The episode starts with Toshiya's friend telling him about his difficult life after leaving the gang. He talks about how he has no job, no money, and no support from his family. Toshiya listens sympathetically but tells him that he cannot help him with his request. The friend gets angry and frustrated, but Toshiya stays firm in his decision.

Meanwhile, Toshiya's teammates notice that he seems preoccupied and distracted during practice. They confront him, but Toshiya brushes them off, not wanting to reveal his past gang involvement. However, as the episode progresses, Toshiya begins to open up to his teammates about his past. In a heartfelt scene, Toshiya confesses to his catcher, Goro, about his history and how difficult it has been to escape it. Goro listens attentively and encourages Toshiya to keep his head up and to continue to focus on his dream of becoming a professional baseball player.

As the episode nears its climax, Toshiya's old gang contacts him again, demanding that he fulfill their request to smuggle drugs into the prison. Toshiya initially refuses but feels like he is backed into a corner when the gang threatens his family. In desperation, Toshiya goes to the prison with the drugs, only to be caught by the authorities.

The episode closes with Toshiya being released from custody after his teammates rally to get him released. Toshiya is grateful for their support and reaffirms his commitment to baseball and leaving his past behind.

Toshiya's Past is an emotionally charged and revealing episode of Major. It shows the challenges of leaving a life of gang activity and how the past can continue to haunt someone, even when they are trying to do the right thing. The episode also highlights the importance of teamwork and support systems in achieving one's goals. Overall, Toshiya's Past is a must-see episode for fans of the Major anime series.