Chihayafuru

Chihayafuru is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Yuki Suetsugu. The story primarily revolves around the traditional Japanese card game called Karuta, which uses poems from the “Hyakunin Isshu.” The narrative follows Chihaya Ayase, a high school girl who becomes passionate about Karuta and forms a club to promote the game and compete at high levels. The series explores themes of friendship, passion, competition, and personal growth. It has been adapted into an anime series and live-action films, gaining popularity for its engaging storytelling and character development while highlighting the intricacies of Karuta.