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March comes in like a lion

22 Episodes
25 min each
FALL 2016

Synopsis

Rei Kiriyama is a 17 year old boy who recently started living alone, financed by his salary as a professional Shogi player. Despite his independence, however, he's yet to mature emotionally, and his problems continue to haunt him in his daily life. His relationship with his adoptive family is strained, and he has difficulties interacting with his fellow high school students. Meanwhile, his professional career in Shogi has entered a slump. Burdened with the heavy expectations placed upon him, his wins and losses are fluctuating as his record and progression into the ranks begin to stagnate. Acquainted with Rei are the three Kawamoto sisters: Akari, Hinata, and Momo. Unlike Rei, they live happily in their modest home, which they warmly welcome Rei into as if he were one of their own. He frequently visits the family, interacting with them and receiving the kind of care and affection he never quite had while under his foster home. This is the story of Rei's triumphs and failures, relationships new and old, and his growth as a person.

Drama Slice of Life
Format
Unknown
Episodes
22
Per Episode
25 min
Source
Unknown

Episodes

22 / 22 Episodes
1
Episode 1

Chapter 1 Rei Kiriyama / Chapter 2 The Town Along the River

Rei Kiriyama moves in to town, and his past is slowly revealed. Alongside battling opponents in shogi, he also wants to find that missing something...
2
Episode 2

Chapter 3 Akari / Chapter 4 Beyond the Bridge

Who was that mysterious figure who stole his mail? And Akari's job is what?! Tune in as we continue to explore Rei's past.
3
Episode 3

Chapter 5 Harunobu / Chapter 6 Beyond the Night Sky

Showdown between Rei and Harunobu in a shogi match! Will Harunobu finally defeat his lifelong rival? Tune in as we celebrate the end of Obon.
4
Episode 4

Chapter 7 Hina / Chapter 8 V.S.

Will Hina be able to give her home made lunch to the person she is concerned about? Tune in as a fateful meeting unfolds in front of our eyes...
5
Episode 5

Chapter 9 Agreement / Chapter 10 Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Rei must pick up Momo from kindergarten. Nothing can go wrong with doing this errand, right? Unfortunately, this leads Rei to remember more of his past.
6
Episode 6

Chapter 11 Child of God (Part One) / Chapter 12 Child of God (Part Two)

Does Rei want to go somewhere, or just run away? Let's discover more of the Shogi world as Mr. Hayashida comes to the rescue!
7
Episode 7

Chapter 13 Child of God (Part Three) / Chapter 14 Important Things. Important Matters / Chapter 15 Teach Me How to Play Shogi

What will Kiriyama and Takahashi talk about? Will it end well? Let's hope the cute kitties can teach us how to play shogi!
8
Episode 8

Chapter 15 Teach Me How to Play Shogi / Chapter 16 Image / Chapter 17 Distant Thunder

Let's continue to learn Shogi! In this episode, we'll also discover a little more about Rei's Father, and not to mention that special guest he has..
9
Episode 9

Chapter 18 Distant Thunder (Part 2) / Chapter 19 Distant Thunder (Part 3)

Rei has a match with the old Mr. Matsunaga. If Mr. Matsunaga loses one more game, he'll have to retire. How will Rei handle the match?
10
Episode 10

Chapter 20 Something Given (Part 1) / Chapter 21 Something Given (Part 2)

Rei's next match is with Mr. Yasui. Mr. Yasui's memories with his daughter are on the line, so will Rei throw the match, or will he bring misery to others by winning?
11
Episode 11

Chapter 22 The Old Year / Chapter 23 The New Year

All of Rei's matches are done for the year, but a small tragedy happens as the year comes to a close. Will Rei be able to overcome it?
12
Episode 12

Chapter 24 What Lies on the Opposite Shore / Chapter 25 Black River (Part 1)

Rei runs astray a little bit, but gets right back on track. Can he bear the cold jokes from his latest opponent, Tsujii, and emerge victorious?
13
Episode 13

Chapter 26 Black River (Part 2) / Chapter 27 Beyond the Door

Smith prepares for his battle with the intimidating Gotou, and Rei is determined not to lose against Shimada. How will their matches go?
14
Episode 14

Chapter 28 Blinding Darkness / Chapter 29 Just a Little Water

Shimada and Rei's battle continues as Rei begins to drown in his embarassment. Watch as their battle finally comes to a close
15
Episode 15

Chapter 30 Moonlight / Chapter 31 Lump of Ego

And now begins two of three matches to determine who will go up against Master Souya in the Lion King Tournament!
16
Episode 16

Chapter 32 Running Through the Night / Chapter 33 Middle of the Slope

Master Souya's challenger in the Lion King Tournament has been determined! Also, Rei decides to take a step in the direction that will benefit him in the long run.
17
Episode 17

Chatper 34 Silver Thread / Chapter 35 Water's Surface / Chapter 36 Base of the Blue Night

The Lion King Tournament finally begins. Rei continues to grow with his workshop buddies, but also runs into some trouble with his sister.
18
Episode 18

Chapter 37 Torrent / Chapter 38 Passing Time

The Lion King Tournament is underway, although things are not looking good for the challenger. Still, he will not give up, and is determined to press forward.
19
Episode 19

Chapter 39: Passing the Night / Chapter 40: Kyoto (Part 1)

Match Four of the Lion King Tournament begins in Kyoto. We find out a little more about the Challenger, and the reasons he continues to persist.
20
Episode 20

Chapter 41: Kyoto (Part 2) / Chapter 42: Kyoto (Part 3)

The second day of the fourth match for the Lion King Tournament begins. Rei sure does get caught up with strange people.
21
Episode 21

Chapter 43: When the Cherry Blossoms Bloom / Chapter 44: Small Murmur

The fourth match of the Lion King Tournament has finally ended. But for some reason, Rei finds himself in a very unfamiliar territory.
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Episode 22

Chapter 45: New School Term / Spin-off: Fighter

Rei begins a new school year, and embarks on new adventures. While looking back at the past, we'll look forward to the future.

Characters

Rei Kiriyama
Voice Actors
Kengo Kawanishi (japanese)

Rei Kiriyama

Main

Hinata Kawamoto
Voice Actors
Kana Hanazawa (japanese)

Hinata Kawamoto

Main

Akari Kawamoto
Voice Actors
Ai Kayano (japanese)

Akari Kawamoto

Main

Momo Kawamoto
Voice Actors
Misaki Kuno (japanese)

Momo Kawamoto

Supporting

Kai Shimada
Voice Actors
Shinichirou Miki (japanese)

Kai Shimada

Supporting

Touji Souya
Voice Actors
Akira Ishida (japanese)

Touji Souya

Supporting

Staff

Chica Umino
Chica Umino
Original Creator
Kenjirou Okada
Kenjirou Okada
Chief Director
Akiyuki Shinbou
Akiyuki Shinbou
Director
Fuyashi Tou
Fuyashi Tou
Series Composition
Akiyuki Shinbou
Akiyuki Shinbou
Series Composition
Nobuhiro Sugiyama
Nobuhiro Sugiyama
Character Design

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Aired Oct 07, 2016 to Mar 17, 2017
Season FALL 2016
Source Unknown
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Studios

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