March Comes In Like a Lion

Season 1

TV-PG

Orphaned young, a reclusive 17-year-old professional shogi player starts to come out of his shell when three sisters take him under their wing.

Where to Watch Season 1

22 Episodes

Chapter 1 Rei Kiriyama / Chapter 2 The Town Along the River
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Chapter 1 Rei Kiriyama / Chapter 2 The Town Along the RiverMeet Rei Kiriyama, a 17 year old professional shogi player that suffers from depression and doesn't know how to deal with his personal relationships.
Chapter 3 Akari / Chapter 4 Beyond the Bridge
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Chapter 3 Akari / Chapter 4 Beyond the BridgeWho was that mysterious figure who stole his mail? And Akari's job is what?! Tune in as we continue to explore Rei's past.
Chapter 5 Harunobu / Chapter 6 Beyond the Night Sky
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Chapter 5 Harunobu / Chapter 6 Beyond the Night SkyShowdown between Rei and Harunobu in a shogi match! Will Harunobu finally defeat his lifelong rival? Tune in as we celebrate the end of Obon.
Chapter 7 Hina / Chapter 8 vs
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Chapter 7 Hina / Chapter 8 vsHina wants to cook a homemade lunch for a boy from her school. Rei and Nikaidou look for a place to eat but find the Kawamoto sisters instead.
Chapter 9 Agreement / Chapter 10 Over the Cuckoo's Nest
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Chapter 9 Agreement / Chapter 10 Over the Cuckoo's NestRei must pick up Momo from kindergarten. Nothing can go wrong with doing this errand, right? Unfortunately, this leads Rei to remember more of his past.
Chapter 11 Child of God (Part 1) / Chapter 12 Child of God (Part 2) / Chapter 13 Child of God (Part 3)
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Chapter 11 Child of God (Part 1) / Chapter 12 Child of God (Part 2) / Chapter 13 Child of God (Part 3)Does Rei want to go somewhere, or just run away? Let's discover more of the Shogi world as Mr. Hayashida comes to the rescue!
Chapter 14 Important Things. Important Matters. / Chapter 15 Teach me Shogi
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Chapter 14 Important Things. Important Matters. / Chapter 15 Teach me ShogiWhat will Kiriyama and Takahashi talk about? Will it end well? Let's hope the cute kitties can teach us how to play shogi!
Chapter 16 Image / Chapter 17 Distant Thunder (Part 1)
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Chapter 16 Image / Chapter 17 Distant Thunder (Part 1)Let's continue to learn Shogi! In this episode, we'll also discover a little more about Rei's Father, and not to mention that special guest he has..
Chapter 18 Distant Thunder (Part 2) / Chapter 19 Distant Thunder (Part 3)
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Chapter 18 Distant Thunder (Part 2) / Chapter 19 Distant Thunder (Part 3)Rei has a match with the old Mr. Matsunaga. If Mr. Matsunaga loses one more game, he'll have to retire. How will Rei handle the match?
Chapter 20 The Given (Part 1) / Chapter 21 The Given (Part 2)
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Chapter 20 The Given (Part 1) / Chapter 21 The Given (Part 2)Rei's next match is with Mr. Yasui. Mr. Yasui's memories with his daughter are on the line, so will Rei throw the match, or will he bring misery to others by winning?
Chapter 22 The Old Year / Chapter 23 The New Year
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Chapter 22 The Old Year / Chapter 23 The New YearAll of Rei's matches are done for the year, but a small tragedy happens as the year comes to a close. Will Rei be able to overcome it?
Chapter 24 What Lies on the Opposite Shore / Chapter 25 Black River (Part 1)
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Chapter 24 What Lies on the Opposite Shore / Chapter 25 Black River (Part 1)Rei runs astray a little bit, but gets right back on track. Can he bear the cold jokes from his latest opponent, Tsujii, and emerge victorious?
Chapter 26 Black River (Part 2) / Chapter 27 Beyond the Door
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Chapter 26 Black River (Part 2) / Chapter 27 Beyond the DoorSmith prepares for his battle with the intimidating Gotou, and Rei is determined not to lose against Shimada. How will their matches go?
Chapter 28 Blinding Darkness / Chapter 29 Just a Little Water
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Chapter 28 Blinding Darkness / Chapter 29 Just a Little WaterShimada and Rei's battle continues as Rei begins to drown in his embarassment. Watch as their battle finally comes to a close
Chapter 30 Moonlight / Chapter 31 Lump of Ego
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Chapter 30 Moonlight / Chapter 31 Lump of EgoAnd now begins two of three matches to determine who will go up against Master Souya in the Lion King Tournament!
Chapter 32 Running Through the Night / Chapter 33 Middle of the Slope
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Chapter 32 Running Through the Night / Chapter 33 Middle of the SlopeMaster Souya's challenger in the Lion King Tournament has been determined! Also, Rei decides to take a step in the direction that will benefit him in the long run.
Chapter 34 Silver Thread / Chapter 35 Water's Surface / Chapter 36 Base of the Blue Night
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Chapter 34 Silver Thread / Chapter 35 Water's Surface / Chapter 36 Base of the Blue NightThe Lion King Tournament finally begins. Rei continues to grow with his workshop buddies, but also runs into some trouble with his sister.
Chapter 37 Torrent / Chapter 38 Passing Time
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Chapter 37 Torrent / Chapter 38 Passing TimeThe Lion King Tournament is underway, although things are not looking good for the challenger. Still, he will not give up, and is determined to press forward.
Chapter 39 Passing the Night / Chapter 40 Kyoto (Part 1)
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Chapter 39 Passing the Night / Chapter 40 Kyoto (Part 1)Match Four of the Lion King Tournament begins in Kyoto. We find out a little more about the Challenger, and the reasons he continues to persist.
Chapter 41 Kyoto (Part 2) / Chapter 42 Kyoto (Part 3)
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Chapter 41 Kyoto (Part 2) / Chapter 42 Kyoto (Part 3)The second day of the fourth match for the Lion King Tournament begins. Rei sure does get caught up with strange people.
Chapter 43 When the Cherry Blossoms Bloom / Chapter 44 Small Murmur
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Chapter 43 When the Cherry Blossoms Bloom / Chapter 44 Small MurmurThe fourth match of the Lion King Tournament has finally ended. But for some reason, Rei finds himself in a very unfamiliar territory.
Chapter 45 New School Term / Spin-off Fighter
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Chapter 45 New School Term / Spin-off FighterRei begins a new school year, and embarks on new adventures. While looking back at the past, we'll look forward to the future.