Episode 46 is the climax of the pro exam arc, one of the most sustained and emotionally intense stretches in Hikaru no Go. Previous episodes methodically built the stakes through grueling matches, rivalries, and personal setbacks for Hikaru, Waya, and Isumi, all converging on this final day. The outcome here directly feeds into Episode 47, 'Into The World of the Pros,' marking a major transition point at the series' midpoint as the story shifts from aspiration to the realities of professional Go.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceHIGH

Air DateAug 28, 2002

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