Chihayafuru: Part I
“Getting stronger, devoting my entire youth”
When Chihaya Ayase was in the 6th grade of elementary school, she met Arata Wataya. Arata Wataya transferred from Fukui Prefecture. Taichi Mashima was Chihaya Ayase's friend since they were little. Arata got close to Chihaya and Taichi from the card game karuta. Four years later, Chihaya is a high school student. Chihaya learns that Arata, who went back to Fukui Prefecture, doesn't play karuta anymore. Believing they will meet Arata again, Chihaya and Taichi starts a karuta club at their high school.
A vibrant, earnest tale of youthful passion and fierce dedication. It captures the thrill of competition and the deep bonds of friendship, all set against the backdrop of high school life and the unique world of karuta.
