S2·E1 The Preliminary Starts
- Episode
- Season 2, Episode 1
- Air Date
- May 15, 2002
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- Director
- Kunitoshi Okajima
- Writer
- Michiko Yokote
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Hikaru takes the prelims to qualify for the Pro exams whereas Waya/Isumi are admitted straight to the finals being among the top 8 of the Insei program. Hikaru is intimidated by Tsubaki, a really loud and brash guy, who turns out to be his first opponent. Tsubaki plays mind games with Hikaru and won the match. For Hikaru, the loss highlighted his inexperience with playing with adults since starting go and it represents a hurdle he has to overcome to reach his goal.
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When did Season 2 Episode 1 of Hikaru no Go air?
Season 2, Episode 1 ('The Preliminary Starts') originally aired on May 15, 2002.
How long is Season 2 Episode 1 ('The Preliminary Starts')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 24 minutes.
What happens in Hikaru no Go Season 2 Episode 1?
Hikaru takes the prelims to qualify for the Pro exams whereas Waya/Isumi are admitted straight to the finals being among the top 8 of the Insei program. Hikaru is intimidated by Tsubaki, a really loud and brash guy, who turns out to be his first opponent. Tsubaki plays mind games with Hikaru and won...
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