March Comes In Like a Lion Season 1 Episode release dates & where to watch

1. Rei Kiriyama / The Town Along the River

Rei Kiriyama moves in to town, and his past is slowly revealed. Alongside battling opponents in shogi, he also wants to find that missing something...

2. Akari / Beyond the Bridge

Who was that mysterious figure who stole his mail? And Akari's job is what?! Tune in as we continue to explore Rei's past.

3. Harunobu / Beyond the Night Sky

Showdown between Rei and Harunobu in a shogi match! Will Harunobu finally defeat his lifelong rival? Tune in as we celebrate the end of Obon.

4. Hina / V.S.

Will Hina be able to give her home made lunch to the person she is concerned about? Tune in as a fateful meeting unfolds in front of our eyes...

5. Agreement / Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Rei must pick up Momo from kindergarten. Nothing can go wrong with doing this errand, right? Unfortunately, this leads Rei to remember more of his past.

6. Child of God (1) / Child of God (2) / Child of God (3)

Does Rei want to go somewhere, or just run away? Let's discover more of the Shogi world as Mr. Hayashida comes to the rescue!

7. Child of God (3) (Continued) / Important Things, Important Matters / Teach Me How to Play Shogi

What will Kiriyama and Takahashi talk about? Will it end well? Let's hope the cute kitties can teach us how to play shogi!

8. Teach Me How to Play Shogi (Continued) / Image / Distant Thunder (1)

Let's continue to learn Shogi! In this episode, we'll also discover a little more about Rei's Father, and not to mention that special guest he has..

9. Distant Thunder (2) / Distant Thunder (3)

Rei has a match with the old Mr. Matsunaga. If Mr. Matsunaga loses one more game, he'll have to retire. How will Rei handle the match?

10. Something Given (1) / Something Given (2)

Rei's next match is with Mr. Yasui. Mr. Yasui's memories with his daughter are on the line, so will Rei throw the match, or will he bring misery to others by winning?

11. The Old Year / The New Year

All of Rei's matches are done for the year, but a small tragedy happens as the year comes to a close. Will Rei be able to overcome it?

12. What Lies on the Opposite Shore / Black River (1)

Rei runs astray a little bit, but gets right back on track. Can he bear the cold jokes from his latest opponent, Tsujii, and emerge victorious?

13. Black River (2) / Beyond the Door

Smith prepares for his battle with the intimidating Gotou, and Rei is determined not to lose against Shimada. How will their matches go?

14. Blinding Darkness / Just a Little Water

Shimada and Rei's battle continues as Rei begins to drown in his embarassment. Watch as their battle finally comes to a close

15. Moonlight / Lump of Ego

And now begins two of three matches to determine who will go up against Master Souya in the Lion King Tournament!

16. Running Through the Night / Middle of the Slope

Master Souya's challenger in the Lion King Tournament has been determined! Also, Rei decides to take a step in the direction that will benefit him in the long run.

17. Silver Thread / Water's Surface / Base of the Blue Night

The Lion King Tournament finally begins. Rei continues to grow with his workshop buddies, but also runs into some trouble with his sister.

18. Torrent / Passing Time

The Lion King Tournament is underway, although things are not looking good for the challenger. Still, he will not give up, and is determined to press forward.

19. Passing the Night / Kyoto (1)

Match Four of the Lion King Tournament begins in Kyoto. We find out a little more about the Challenger, and the reasons he continues to persist.

20. Kyoto (2) / Kyoto (3)

The second day of the fourth match for the Lion King Tournament begins. Rei sure does get caught up with strange people.

21. When the Cherry Blossoms Bloom / Small Murmur

The fourth match of the Lion King Tournament has finally ended. But for some reason, Rei finds himself in a very unfamiliar territory.

22. New School Term / Fighter Finale

Rei begins a new school year, and embarks on new adventures. While looking back at the past, we'll look forward to the future.