Ep. 3: Chapter 5 Harunobu and Chapter 6 Beyond the Night Sky feature Rei’s professional debut match against Nikaido.
Aired on October 22, 2016
On the day of Rei’s first professional game against Nikaido, he travels to Shougi Hall while recalling a childhood match between them. Nikaido approaches the encounter with intense fighting spirit as the two rivals clash once again. Similar to their younger years, both opponents share the same overriding thought: “I don’t want to lose…” This emotional parallel highlights the enduring rivalry and determination that define their relationship, setting the stage for a significant contest in Rei’s new career phase.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Rei Kiriyama and the riverside town encounter the Kawamoto sisters
- Ep. 2 · Harunobu Nikaido awaits Rei while Akari greets them at the hostess bar
- Ep. 3 · Chapter 5 Harunobu and Chapter 6 Beyond the Night Sky feature Rei’s professional debut match against Nikaido.
- Ep. 4 · Hina prepares a bento for Yuusuke Takahashi while arguing with Akari about the ideal lunch style.
- Ep. 5 · Chapter 9 Agreement and Chapter 10 Over the Cuckoo's Nest
- Ep. 6 · Rei struggles with stagnation after failing to advance as a middle school shogi player
- Ep. 7 · Hinata panics meeting her crush Takahashi while Rei discusses shogi and baseball ambitions.