Chihayafuru: Part II

Synopsis

Chihayafuru: Part II follows the continued journey of Chihaya Ayase (Suzu Hirose) in her pursuit of becoming the Queen of karuta, a traditional Japanese card game. As Chihaya faces new challenges and opponents, her passion for the game deepens, leading to personal growth and self-discovery. Alongside her friends Taichi and Arata, she navigates the complexities of high school life while honing her karuta skills. The movie beautifully captures the emotional intensity of competitive karuta matches and the characters' evolving relationships. With stunning cinematography and heartfelt performances, Chihayafuru: Part II is a compelling continuation of Chihaya's inspirational story.

Cast

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  Suzu Hirose

  Chihaya Ayase

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  Shuhei Nomura

  Taichi Mashima

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  Mackenyu

  Arata Wataya

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  Mayu Matsuoka

  Shinobu Wakamiya

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  Mone Kamishiraishi

  Kanade Ooe

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  Yuma Yamoto

  Yusei Nishida

Reviews

Chihayafuru: Part II has received acclaim for its engaging storyline, vibrant characters, and captivating portrayal of karuta. Rotten Tomatoes critics praised the film for its emotional depth and character development, highlighting the exceptional performance by Suzu Hirose as Chihaya. The film maintains a 82% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. IMDb users have rated Chihayafuru: Part II at 7.0/10, appreciating its blend of sports and drama genres, along with the strong chemistry among the cast members. Metacritic also gave the movie a favorable score, commending its visual style and thematic richness. Fans of the manga and the first installment of the Chihayafuru series have lauded Part II for its faithfulness to the source material and the evolution of the protagonists' journeys. Overall, the film has received positive feedback for its compelling narrative, brilliant performances, and heartfelt moments that resonate with audiences.