Ep. 67: Isumi learns emotional control and new strategies to succeed in Go
Aired on January 29, 2003
Isumi realizes that mastering his emotions and adopting new strategies are essential for success in the Go world. He undergoes training from a friendly player to prepare for a match against an opponent who is slacking. After winning the game, Isumi regains his confidence in his pursuit of becoming a professional.
Episodes
- Ep. 63 · Hikaru Stops Playing Go to Summon Sai Back
- Ep. 64 · Hikaru challenges a deceptive shopkeeper to a game of Go to recover a stolen authentic keicho flower bowl.
- Ep. 65 · Isumi travels to China to improve his Go skills and overcome match anxiety.
- Ep. 66 · Akira Toya receives professional recommendation before meeting Hikaru
- Ep. 67 · Isumi learns emotional control and new strategies to succeed in Go
- Ep. 68 · Hikaru faces abandonment by friends and professional status loss due to match forfeits
- Ep. 69 · Isumi Returns to Japan and Demands a Rematch from Hikaru
- Ep. 70 · Hikaru feels guilt over broken promise while Sai's presence resurfaces during match
- Ep. 71 · Hikaru's Surprising Return to Professional Go Draws Widespread Support