Ep. 1: Hikaru Shindo discovers a possessed Go board and plays his first match with the spirit Fujiwara-no-Sai.
Aired on October 10, 2001
Hikaru Shindo visits his grandfather Heihachi Shindo’s shed to find antiques for sale. He finds a Go board containing the spirit of Fujiwara-no-Sai, a Go Master from the past. Sai accompanies Hikaru but is disappointed when Hikaru refuses to play Go. Eventually, Hikaru agrees to play a game. His first opponent is Akira Toya, the son of the national champion. Guided by Sai’s instructions, Hikaru wins the match. This victory surprises Akira significantly. The story begins with this unexpected encounter between Hikaru, the spirit, and the young player. The possession of the board by Fujiwara-no-Sai sets the stage for Hikaru’s introduction to the game of Go through this ancient rivalry and mentorship dynamic.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Hikaru Shindo discovers a possessed Go board and plays his first match with the spirit Fujiwara-no-Sai.
- Ep. 2 · Hikaru joins a Go class with Akari and faces a bully before the Children's Go Tournament while Akira seeks a rematch.
- Ep. 3 · Akira reveals his competitive spirit during a rematch against Hikaru.
- Ep. 4 · Hikaru and Sai face Shogi Captain Kaga at the Haze Junior High Festival
- Ep. 5 · Hikaru plays Go for the school team after losing to Kaga