Chihayafuru: Part I (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2016, Chihayafuru: Part I is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Norihiro Koizumi, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. When Chihaya Ayase was in the 6th grade of elementary school, she met Arata Wataya. Arata Wataya transferred from Fukui Prefecture. Taichi Mashima was Chihaya Ayase's friend since they were little. Arata got close to Chihaya and Taichi from the card game karuta. Four years later, Chihaya is a high school student. Chihaya learns that Arata, who went back to Fukui Prefecture, doesn't play karuta anymore. Believing they will meet Arata again, Chihaya and Taichi starts a karuta club at their high school.
Who’s in it. Chihayafuru: Part I stars Suzu Hirose as Chihaya Ayase, Shuhei Nomura as Taichi Mashima, Mackenyu as Arata Wataya and Mone Kamishiraishi as Kanade Ooe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Chihayafuru: Part I has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chihayafuru: Part I page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chihayafuru: Part I tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chihayafuru: Part I (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chihayafuru: Part I change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chihayafuru: Part I worth watching?
- Chihayafuru: Part I holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Chihayafuru: Part I?
- Chihayafuru: Part I stars Suzu Hirose, Shuhei Nomura, Mackenyu, Mone Kamishiraishi and Yuma Yamoto.
- When was Chihayafuru: Part I released?
- Chihayafuru: Part I was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.