10/10/2001 - 03/26/2003 Finished
Hikaru no Go (ヒカルの碁)
While searching through his grandfather's attic, Hikaru Shindou stumbles upon an old go board. Touching it, he is greeted by a mysterious voice, and soon after falls unconscious. When he regains his senses, he discovers that the voice is still present and belongs to Fujiwara no Sai, the spirit of an ancient go expert. A go instructor for the Japanese Emperor in the Heian Era, Sai's passion for the game transcends time and space, allowing him to continue playing his beloved game as a ghostly entity. Sai's ultimate goal is to master a divine go technique that no player has achieved so far, and he seeks to accomplish this by playing the board game through Hikaru. Despite having no interest in board games, Hikaru reluctantly agrees to play, executing moves as instructed by Sai. However, when he encounters the young go prodigy Akira Touya, a passion for the game is slowly ignited within him. Inspired by his newfound rival, Hikaru's journey into the world of go is just beginning. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
75
Total episodes
74
Canon episodes
1
Filler episodes
1.33%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 74 Filler episodes · 1
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Hikaru no Go has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
Hikaru no Go has 1 filler episodes out of 75 (1.33%), grouped into 1 runs. These are the ranges you can skip without missing anything from the main plot.
1.33% Filler
Episodes you can skip
50
1 episodes
The longest canon run goes from episode 1 to 49: 49 episodes in a row with no filler.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
75 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eternal Rivals10/10/2001 | 10/10/2001 | Canon |
| 2 | The Key Point10/17/2001 | 10/17/2001 | Canon |
| 3 | Akira Bares His Fangs10/24/2001 | 10/24/2001 | Canon |
| 4 | Kaga of the Shogi Club10/31/2001 | 10/31/2001 | Canon |
| 5 | An Inkling of an Awakening11/07/2001 | 11/07/2001 | Canon |
| 6 | A Game of Beauty11/14/2001 | 11/14/2001 | Canon |
| 7 | I'm Not Going to Play You!11/21/2001 | 11/21/2001 | Canon |
| 8 | Rainy Day Strategy11/28/2001 | 11/28/2001 | Canon |
| 9 | Eyesore12/05/2001 | 12/05/2001 | Canon |
| 10 | The Third Player12/12/2001 | 12/12/2001 | Canon |
| 11 | A Very Despicable Act12/19/2001 | 12/19/2001 | Canon |
| 12 | No Cheating Allowed01/02/2002 | 01/02/2002 | Canon |
| 13 | A Personal Resolve01/09/2002 | 01/09/2002 | Canon |
| 14 | The Third Match01/16/2002 | 01/16/2002 | Canon |
| 15 | The Ghost in the Net01/23/2002 | 01/23/2002 | Canon |
| 16 | Who Is Sai?01/30/2002 | 01/30/2002 | Canon |
| 17 | Deja Vu02/06/2002 | 02/06/2002 | Canon |
| 18 | Akira vs. Sai02/13/2002 | 02/13/2002 | Canon |
| 19 | Hikaru's True Strength02/20/2002 | 02/20/2002 | Canon |
| 20 | The Road to Turning Pro02/27/2002 | 02/27/2002 | Canon |
| 21 | The Haze Middle School Go Club03/06/2002 | 03/06/2002 | Canon |
| 22 | The Insei Test03/13/2002 | 03/13/2002 | Canon |
| 23 | The Championship Room03/20/2002 | 03/20/2002 | Canon |
| 24 | Akira vs. The Oza03/27/2002 | 03/27/2002 | Canon |
| 25 | Fear and Impatience04/03/2002 | 04/03/2002 | Canon |
| 26 | Welcome to the A-League04/10/2002 | 04/10/2002 | Canon |
| 27 | A Place to Return04/17/2002 | 04/17/2002 | Canon |
| 28 | The Young Lions Tournament04/24/2002 | 04/24/2002 | Canon |
| 29 | Kuwabara Hon'inbo05/01/2002 | 05/01/2002 | Canon |
| 30 | Ogata Vs. the Hon'inbo05/08/2002 | 05/08/2002 | Canon |
| 31 | The Awful Opponent05/15/2002 | 05/15/2002 | Canon |
| 32 | The Last Day of the Prelims05/22/2002 | 05/22/2002 | Canon |
| 33 | We're A Team!05/29/2002 | 05/29/2002 | Canon |
| 34 | No Winning Allowed!06/05/2002 | 06/05/2002 | Canon |
| 35 | Only One Can Win06/12/2002 | 06/12/2002 | Canon |
| 36 | My Name Is ...06/19/2002 | 06/19/2002 | Canon |
| 37 | The Pro Exam Begins06/26/2002 | 06/26/2002 | Canon |
| 38 | The Challengers07/03/2002 | 07/03/2002 | Canon |
| 39 | An Ill-Fated Moment07/10/2002 | 07/10/2002 | Canon |
| 40 | Where Are the Victories?07/17/2002 | 07/17/2002 | Canon |
| 41 | Three Weeks isn't Enough07/24/2002 | 07/24/2002 | Canon |
| 42 | The First to Pass07/31/2002 | 07/31/2002 | Canon |
| 43 | Hikaru vs. Waya08/07/2002 | 08/07/2002 | Canon |
| 44 | Comeback From The Brink08/14/2002 | 08/14/2002 | Canon |
| 45 | Hikaru vs. Ochi08/21/2002 | 08/21/2002 | Canon |
| 46 | The Last Day of the Pro Exam Finals08/28/2002 | 08/28/2002 | Canon |
| 47 | Into The World of the Pros09/04/2002 | 09/04/2002 | Canon |
| 48 | Sai vs. Meijin09/11/2002 | 09/11/2002 | Canon |
| 49 | A Painful Match09/18/2002 | 09/18/2002 | Canon |
| 50 | Sai of the Fujiwara09/25/2002 | 09/25/2002 | Filler |
| 51 | Kurata 6-Dan10/02/2002 | 10/02/2002 | Canon |
| 52 | Hikaru vs. Akira10/09/2002 | 10/09/2002 | Canon |
| 53 | The Confession of Sai10/16/2002 | 10/16/2002 | Canon |
| 54 | Excited Spirits10/23/2002 | 10/23/2002 | Canon |
| 55 | Sai vs. Toya Koyo10/30/2002 | 10/30/2002 | Canon |
| 56 | The Answer to His Millennium11/06/2002 | 11/06/2002 | Canon |
| 57 | Let me play Sai!11/13/2002 | 11/13/2002 | Canon |
| 58 | One-Color Go11/20/2002 | 11/20/2002 | Canon |
| 59 | Touya Kouyo Retires!11/27/2002 | 11/27/2002 | Canon |
| 60 | Farewell Hikaru12/04/2002 | 12/04/2002 | Canon |
| 61 | Sai is gone?12/11/2002 | 12/11/2002 | Canon |
| 62 | The Top Player In Hiroshima12/18/2002 | 12/18/2002 | Canon |
| 63 | I Won`t Play Anymore12/25/2002 | 12/25/2002 | Canon |
| 64 | Keichou Flowerpots01/08/2003 | 01/08/2003 | Canon |
| 65 | Isumi no Go01/15/2003 | 01/15/2003 | Canon |
| 66 | The Fated Encounter01/22/2003 | 01/22/2003 | Canon |
| 67 | Isumi Tested01/29/2003 | 01/29/2003 | Canon |
| 68 | Forfeits02/05/2003 | 02/05/2003 | Canon |
| 69 | The Determined Visitor02/12/2003 | 02/12/2003 | Canon |
| 70 | Sai was here...02/19/2003 | 02/19/2003 | Canon |
| 71 | First Comeback Match02/26/2003 | 02/26/2003 | Canon |
| 72 | And so they began to run03/05/2003 | 03/05/2003 | Canon |
| 73 | Shindou vs. Touya03/12/2003 | 03/12/2003 | Canon |
| 74 | Forever Inside You03/19/2003 | 03/19/2003 | Canon |
| 75 | That Same Old Smile03/26/2003 | 03/26/2003 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Hikaru no Go have?
Hikaru no Go has a total of 1 season. 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 Hikaru no Go have?
In total, Hikaru no Go has 75 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Hikaru no Go?
It is recommended to watch Hikaru no Go 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 Hikaru no Go online?
Hikaru no Go is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Hikaru no Go a complete anime?
Yes, Hikaru no Go 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 Hikaru no Go have?
Yes, Hikaru no Go has 1 filler episodes, which represents 1.33% of its 75 episodes. We have created a complete guide that indicates which episodes are canon (original from the manga) and which are filler. Check our "Watch Order" section for more details.
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