Hikaru no Go: Sabaki no Ikkyoku! Inishie no Hana yo Sake!!

This alternate episode of "Hikaru no Go," presented at Jump Festa 2002, revisits a story from episode 64, offering a unique cel-animated experience.

CHARACTERS

Sai Fujiwara no

Heian-era Go spirit, Sai mentors Hikaru, seeking the divine move, and rivals Toya Meijin.

Portrayed by Chiba Susumu

Hikaru Shindou

A talented Go player, Hikaru matures from elementary schooler to pro, using unconventional strategies to outwit opponents.

Portrayed by Kawakami Tomoko

Akira Touya

Hikaru's rival, a strong Go player obsessed with uncovering Hikaru's strength; their matches are always intense.

Portrayed by Kobayashi Sanae

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Studio Pierrot

Season

Fall 2002

Start Date

2001-12-31

End Date

2001-12-21

Episodes

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