What is chess anime?

Chess anime are anime series or movies that revolve around the game of chess. These anime typically feature a main character who is a skilled chess player and often include intense matches that showcase the strategy and complexity of the game.

Some popular chess anime include:

• Hikaru no Go: Though not solely focused on chess, this anime features a young boy named Hikaru who discovers a ghost inhabiting a Go board and becomes obsessed with the game. Go is a board game similar to chess and the anime features intense matches between Hikaru and other skilled players.
• March Comes in Like a Lion: This anime follows a professional shogi player (shogi is another board game similar to chess) named Rei Kiriyama who struggles with loneliness and depression. The show includes intense shogi matches and explores themes such as mental health and family relationships.
• Shion no Ou: This anime focuses on a young girl named Shion who witnesses her parents' murder during a chess tournament. As she grows up, she becomes a skilled chess player and seeks to uncover the truth behind her parents' deaths.

Chess anime can be enjoyed by both chess enthusiasts and those who are unfamiliar with the game. They often incorporate elements of drama and suspense to make the matches more exciting and engaging.