Chihayafuru Manga to Receive Highly Anticipated Sequel
The highly anticipated sequel to the Chihayafuru manga is here, introducing an exciting new main cast Fans can rejoice as they delve into a fresh and captivating storyline, sure to keep them hooked from start to finish
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A sequel to the Chihayafuru manga, titled Chihayafuru plus Kimi ga Tame, will be released in January 2024, following the story of new characters at the same school.
The new manga follows the journey of Ritsu Nagara, a first-year student with a goal to emerge victorious in the national high school championship of the traditional Japanese card game, karuta.
Despite Chihaya Ayase's group leaving, Ritsu's new club has the opportunity to unearth skilled karuta players, creating an atmosphere ripe for thrilling plot twists.
Japanese publisher Kodansha's BE LOVE monthly manga magazine has announced that Yuki Suetsugu's Chihayafuru manga will receive a sequel featuring fresh characters. The new series, titled Chihayafuru plus Kimi ga Tame, is set to debut in the magazine's January 2024 issue, releasing on December 1.
Similar to its predecessor, this manga follows individuals engrossed in the traditional Japanese card game of karuta. The tagline "What has become of the Karuta club that Chihaya and the others have left behind?" suggests that the Chihayafuru sequel will take place in the same school.
Chihayafuru centers around Chihaya Ayase, a teenage girl who developed a passion for karuta during her childhood after meeting classmate Arata Wataya. Karuta is a traditional Japanese card game based on a classical anthology of Japanese poetry called Hyakunin Isshu (One-Hundred Poets). In the upcoming Chihayafuru plus Kimi ga tame, the story shifts to Ritsu Nagara, a first-year student at Mizusawa High School who aims to win the national high school championship in competitive karuta. Despite the departure of Chihaya Ayase's group, leaving the club with only one A-level player, Ritsu's aspirations aren't completely out of reach. Similar to Chihaya and her friends, Ritsu's group may discover some remarkable karuta players. Additionally, a new visual has been released showcasing the new cast of characters.
The original Chihayafuru manga by Yuki Suetsugu debuted in Kodansha's BE LOVE magazine in December 2007. The series concluded after 50 volumes in December 2022, with the final chapter published in the magazine's September issue. Additionally, a spin-off side-story was included in the 50th and final volume, which was released in December 2022.
The Chihayafuru anime, produced by Madhouse, consists of a total of 74 episodes spread over three seasons. The first season, airing from October 2011 to March 2012, consists of 25 episodes. The second season, running from January to September 2013, comprises 26 episodes. The third season, spanning from October 2019 to March 2020, has 24 episodes. Additionally, the series has served as inspiration for three live-action films. Two of these films were released in 2016, and one in 2018. Furthermore, a live-action miniseries premiered on Hulu Japan. Chihayafuru has garnered numerous awards, including the second Manga Taishō Award in 2009 and the Kodansha Manga Award in the Shōjo category. For streaming options, Chihayafuru is available on Crunchyroll.
Source: ANN
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Editor's P/S
As a long-time fan of the Chihayafuru series, I am thrilled to hear about the upcoming sequel, Chihayafuru plus Kimi ga Tame. The original manga, which concluded in December 2022 after an impressive 50 volumes, captivated me with its heartwarming story of friendship, passion, and the traditional Japanese card game, karuta. The anime adaptation, produced by Madhouse, beautifully brought the characters and their journeys to life, and I eagerly devoured each episode.
The sequel, set to debut in January 2024, introduces a new main cast and follows their endeavors in the world of karuta. I am intrigued to see how the story will unfold and how these new characters will navigate the challenges and triumphs of the game. The departure of Chihaya Ayase's group leaves the club with only one A-level player, but I am confident that Ritsu Nagara and his friends will rise to the occasion and discover their own hidden talents. The tagline, "What has become of the Karuta club that Chihaya and the others have left behind?" hints at the potential exploration of the legacy left by the previous members, adding an additional layer of anticipation.
Overall, I am eagerly looking forward to immersing myself in the world of Chihayafuru once again and witnessing the growth and development of the new characters. The sequel has the potential to expand the universe of Chihayafuru and introduce fresh dynamics and storylines while staying true to the essence of the original series. I am confident that both long-time fans and newcomers alike will embrace this new chapter in the Chihayafuru saga.
