Chihayafuru

Chihayafuru is a Japanese manga and anime series created by Yuki Suetsugu. The story revolves around Chihaya Ayase, a high school girl who becomes passionate about the card game karuta, which is based on a traditional Japanese poetry competition. The series delves into themes of friendship, competition, and personal growth as Chihaya and her friends aspire to become top karuta players. It highlights the intricacies of the game, the bonds formed through competition, and the emotional and strategic elements involved in both karuta and the characters’ lives. Chihayafuru has received acclaim for its rich character development and its portrayal of the cultural significance of karuta.