March Comes In Like a Lion - S01

Now in his second year of high school, Rei Kiriyama keeps pushing through his struggles in the professional shogi world and in his personal life. Surrounded by lively personalities at the shogi hall, the school club, and in the local community, his solitary shell slowly begins to crack. Among them are the three Kawamoto sisters, Akari, Hinata, and Momo, who form an affectionate, familial bond with Rei. Through these ties, he realizes that everyone carries their own emotional hardships and begins learning how to rely on others while supporting them in return. Even so, the life of a professional is not easy. Between tournaments, championships, and title matches, the pressure builds as Rei advances through the ranks and faces incredibly skilled opponents. As he manages his relationships with those who have grown close to him, the shogi player keeps searching for the reason he plays the game that defines his career.