Original
10/05/2011 - 03/28/2012 Finished
Chihayafuru (ちはやふる)
As a child, Chihaya Ayase had only one dream: to see her elder sister Chitose become Japan's most successful model. However, upon defending her ostracised classmate Arata Wataya from his bully—Chihaya's childhood friend Taichi Mashima—she discovers the world of competitive karuta and soon becomes enamoured with the sport. Based on the Ogura Hundred Poets anthology, this card game where poems are studied requires excellent memory, agility, and a tremendous endurance from the players. Full of hope, Chihaya joins the Shiranami Society together with the newly reconciled Arata and Taichi, embarking on an exciting journey for the title awarded to the top-ranked female player—Queen of Karuta. Since middle school, Chihaya grew distant from a dispassionate Taichi and separated from Arata. However, in order to improve her skills, Chihaya decides to create a karuta club in her high school. With the help of Taichi, another veteran player, and a few spirited newcomers, Chihaya's new-founded Mizusawa Karuta Club aims for victory in the Omi Shrine's national championship.
25
Total episodes
25
Canon episodes
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Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Chihayafuru have? Well, currently Chihayafuru has a total of 3 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
Original
Secuela
SecuelaWhat to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Chihayafuru doesn't have a single filler episode: all 25 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 25 episodes of Chihayafuru aired in 2011–2012 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Chihayafuru is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 25 without detours. If you came looking for which Chihayafuru episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
25 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Now the Flower Blooms10/05/2011 | 10/05/2011 | Canon |
| 2 | The Red That Is10/12/2011 | 10/12/2011 | Canon |
| 3 | From the Crystal White Snow10/19/2011 | 10/19/2011 | Canon |
| 4 | A Whirlwind of Flower Petals Descends10/26/2011 | 10/26/2011 | Canon |
| 5 | The Sight of a Midnight Moon11/02/2011 | 11/02/2011 | Canon |
| 6 | Now Bloom Inside the Nine-fold Palace11/09/2011 | 11/09/2011 | Canon |
| 7 | But For Autumn's Coming11/16/2011 | 11/16/2011 | Canon |
| 8 | The Sounds of the Waterfall11/23/2011 | 11/23/2011 | Canon |
| 9 | But I Cannot Hide11/30/2011 | 11/30/2011 | Canon |
| 10 | Exchange Hellos and Goodbyes12/07/2011 | 12/07/2011 | Canon |
| 11 | The Sky is the Road Home12/14/2011 | 12/14/2011 | Canon |
| 12 | Sets These Forbidden Fields Aglow12/21/2011 | 12/21/2011 | Canon |
| 13 | For You, I Head Out01/04/2012 | 01/04/2012 | Canon |
| 14 | For There Is No One Else Out There01/11/2012 | 01/11/2012 | Canon |
| 15 | As Though Pearls Have Been Strung Across the Autumn Plain01/18/2012 | 01/18/2012 | Canon |
| 16 | The Autumn Leaves of Mount Ogura01/25/2012 | 01/25/2012 | Canon |
| 17 | World Offers No Escape02/01/2012 | 02/01/2012 | Canon |
| 18 | The Plum Blossoms Still Smell the Same02/08/2012 | 02/08/2012 | Canon |
| 19 | As the Years Pass02/15/2012 | 02/15/2012 | Canon |
| 20 | The Cresting Waves Almost Look Like Clouds in the Skies02/22/2012 | 02/22/2012 | Canon |
| 21 | As My Sleeves Are Wet With Dew02/29/2012 | 02/29/2012 | Canon |
| 22 | Just as My Beauty Has Faded03/07/2012 | 03/07/2012 | Canon |
| 23 | The Night is Nearly Past03/14/2012 | 03/14/2012 | Canon |
| 24 | Nobody Wishes to See the Beautiful Cherry Blossoms03/21/2012 | 03/21/2012 | Canon |
| 25 | Moonlight, Clear and Bright03/28/2012 | 03/28/2012 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Chihayafuru have?
Chihayafuru has a total of 3 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Chihayafuru have?
In total, Chihayafuru has 25 episodes distributed across its 3 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Chihayafuru?
It is recommended to watch Chihayafuru in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Chihayafuru online?
Chihayafuru is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll, Animation Digital Network. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Chihayafuru a complete anime?
Yes, Chihayafuru is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Chihayafuru have?
No, Chihayafuru does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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