March comes in like a lion

3-gatsu no Lion

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Studio: Shaft

Format: TV

Episodes: 22

Episode Duration: 25 minutes

Aired: 2016-10-8

Season: FALL

Source: MANGA

Average Score: 83%

Genres: Drama

Creator: Chica Umino

About 3-gatsu no Lion

Rei Kiriyama is a 17 year old boy who recently started living alone, financed by his salary as a professional Shogi player. Despite his independence, however, he's yet to mature emotionally, and his problems continue to haunt him in his daily life. His relationship with his adoptive family is strained, and he has difficulties interacting with his fellow high school students.

Meanwhile, his professional career in Shogi has entered a slump. Burdened with the heavy expectations placed upon him, his wins and losses are fluctuating as his record and progression into the ranks begin to stagnate.

Acquainted with Rei are the three Kawamoto sisters: Akari, Hinata, and Momo. Unlike Rei, they live happily in their modest home, which they warmly welcome Rei into as if he were one of their own. He frequently visits the family, interacting with them and receiving the kind of care and affection he never quite had while under his foster home.
This is the story of Rei's triumphs and failures, relationships new and old, and his growth as a person.

(Source: TV Tropes)

Japanese Voice Actors

Rei Kiriyama

English Voice Actors

Khoi Dao

Why You Should Watch 3-gatsu no Lion

March comes in like a lion stands out for its ability to balance thrilling action with real emotional growth—something few anime pull off this well. Whether you're a casual fan or hardcore otaku, this review of March comes in like a lion is for you.