Cardcaptor Sakura 1998

Overview

Cardcaptor Sakura is a television series that premiered in 1998. The series follows the story of Sakura Kinomoto, an elementary school student. According to the story, Sakura discovers that she possesses magical powers after accidentally freeing a set of magical cards from a book. She is then tasked with retrieving those cards to avoid an unknown catastrophe from befalling the world. The series was adapted into a 70-episode anime television series by Madhouse and aired on Japan's satellite television channel NHK BS2. The anime is based on a manga by Clamp, and a sequel titled Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card was later serialized in Nakayoshi. The original series features Sakura and her friends as they navigate the challenges of capturing the magical cards. The story explores Sakura's experiences as she learns to control her powers and retrieve the cards.