Chihayafuru Returns: A New Chapter Unfolds 10 Years Later
"Chihayafuru - Meguri -" is a new TV drama set ten years after the film series, featuring a fresh cast of high school students in the world of competitive Karuta.…
Chihayafuru is a Japanese manga and anime series created by Yuki Suetsugu. The story follows Chihaya Ayase, a high school girl who becomes passionate about the traditional Japanese card game karuta, which involves speed, memory, and knowledge of classical Japanese poetry. The series explores themes of friendship, competition, and personal growth as Chihaya and her friends strive to become top players in the competitive karuta scene. The term “Chihayafuru” itself refers to a particular poem in the “Ogura Hyakunin Isshu,” a famous anthology of classical Japanese poetry, emphasizing the cultural significance of the game’s literary roots. The title reflects both the character’s journey and the connection to the poetic traditions in Japan.
"Chihayafuru - Meguri -" is a new TV drama set ten years after the film series, featuring a fresh cast of high school students in the world of competitive Karuta.…