Saki 2009
What is Saki?
"Saki" is a Japanese television series that combines elements of sports action and high school drama. The show primarily focuses on the story of a girl's personal growth.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 38
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 6, 2009
- Last aired
- Apr 7, 2014
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- TV Tokyo
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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"Saki" is a Japanese television series that combines elements of sports action and high school drama. The show primarily focuses on the story of a girl's personal growth. As the series progresses, the main characters engage in competitive mahjong, a popular Japanese card game. The story takes place in the context of a national high school mahjong tournament, where various teams face off against each other in a high-stakes competition. The series explores the mental and emotional challenges that the characters face as they strive to achieve their goals and overcome their rivals. The narrative delves into the complexities of high school life, highlighting the relationships, conflicts, and personal struggles of the characters involved in the mahjong tournament. The series offers a unique blend of sports action and high school drama, providing an engaging and character-driven story.
Should you watch it?
“A high school student navigates personal growth while competing in a high-stakes national mahjong tournament.”
- engaging sports action
- character-driven development
- specific focus on mahjong
Watch it if you enjoy sports-themed dramas that focus on team competition and personal growth.
The series features themes of high school drama and competitive sports.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 25 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Meeting Apr 6, 2009
- E2 Contest Apr 13, 2009
- E3 Confrontation Apr 20, 2009
- E4 Beat-down Apr 27, 2009
- E5 Training Camp May 4, 2009
- E6 The Tournament Begins May 11, 2009
- E7 Tradition May 18, 2009
- E8 Last Night May 25, 2009
- E9 Enlightenment Jun 1, 2009
- E10 Beginner Jun 8, 2009
- E11 Prank Jun 15, 2009
- E12 Awaken Jun 22, 2009
- E13 Fever Jun 29, 2009
- E14 Existence Jul 6, 2009
- E15 Demon Jul 13, 2009
- E16 Conspiracy Jul 20, 2009
- E17 Nightmare Jul 27, 2009
- E18 Connection Aug 3, 2009
- E19 Friend Aug 10, 2009
- E20 Sisters Aug 17, 2009
- E21 Looking Back Aug 24, 2009
- E22 Promise Sep 7, 2009
- E23 Determination Sep 14, 2009
- E24 Summer Festival Sep 21, 2009
- E25 Nationals Sep 28, 2009
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 To Tokyo Jan 6, 2014
- E2 Support Jan 13, 2014
- E3 Start Jan 20, 2014
- E4 East Wind Jan 27, 2014
- E5 Gods and Demons Feb 3, 2014
- E6 Withering Feb 10, 2014
- E7 Attention Feb 24, 2014
- E8 Fortress Mar 3, 2014
- E9 Sortie Mar 10, 2014
- E10 Friends Mar 17, 2014
- E11 Threat Mar 24, 2014
- E12 Truth Mar 31, 2014
- E13 Old Friends Apr 7, 2014
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of Saki?
The series follows a girl and her teammates as they compete in a national high school mahjong tournament.
What genre is Saki?
It is a mix of sports action and high school drama.
When was Saki released?
The series began in 2009.
What is the main character's relationship with mahjong?
Due to childhood circumstances, the protagonist initially dislikes mahjong and tries to keep her play low-profile.
Is this a sports series?
Yes, the story centers on the characters' efforts to succeed in a competitive high school mahjong tournament.