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Chihayafuru: Episodes, Story and Where to Watch

Chihayafuru (2011): what the anime is about, key facts and where to watch, in one evergreen guide.

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Chihayafuru (2011) is a drama, romance, sports anime produced by Madhouse. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 8.17/10 from 195,496 ratings.

What is Chihayafuru about?

As a child, Chihaya Ayase had only one dream: to see her elder sister Chitose become Japan's most successful model. However, upon defending her ostracised classmate Arata Wataya from his bully—Chihaya's childhood friend Taichi Mashima—she discovers the world of competitive karuta and soon becomes enamoured with the sport.

Key details

Chihayafuru runs for 25 episodes and its status is "finished airing". It premiered in the fall 2011 season. Content rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older.

Where to watch Chihayafuru

Streaming availability changes by region. Major anime platforms like Crunchyroll, Netflix and Hidive rotate their catalogs, so check your local listings for Chihayafuru.

Frequently asked questions

What is Chihayafuru about?

As a child, Chihaya Ayase had only one dream: to see her elder sister Chitose become Japan's most successful model. However, upon defending her ostracised classmate Arata Wataya from his bully—Chihaya's childhood friend Taichi Mashima—she discovers t

How many episodes does Chihayafuru have?

Chihayafuru has 25 episodes.

What is the MAL rating of Chihayafuru?

Chihayafuru is rated 8.17/10 on MyAnimeList.

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