Saki Episode of Side A
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📖 SYNOPSIS
"Saki Episode of Side A" follows Shizuno Takakamo's journey to revive the mahjong club at Achiga Girls' Academy. The school, once a regional mahjong powerhouse, saw its club disbanded after a defeat in the national semifinals. Shizuno, a student at Achiga, befriends Nodoka Haramura, a transfer student. However, Nodoka later leaves the school.
Years later, Shizuno witnesses Nodoka's triumph as the national middle school individual mahjong champion on television. Inspired by her friend's success, Shizuno resolves to resurrect Achiga's mahjong club. The anime explores themes of friendship, ambition, and the pursuit of dreams, set against the backdrop of competitive high school mahjong.
🎬 EPISODE GUIDE
🎭 CHARACTERS
Shizuno Takakamo
Achiga's energetic leader, Shizuno, aims for nationals, using her unique ability to counter opponents, mastering the 'deep mountains' strategy.
Portrayed by Yuuki Aoi
Ako Atarashi
Achiga's top player, Ako is a fast, intuitive mahjong prodigy, often overshadowed by her upperclassmen.
Portrayed by Touyama Nao
Kuro Matsumi
Achiga's former top player, Kuro is known as 'The Dragon Lord' for her incredible dora luck, but suffers a penalty for discarding them.
Portrayed by Hanazawa Kana
Yuu Matsumi
Achiga's 3rd-year, Yuu Matsumi, is a skilled mahjong player known for drawing many manzu and chun tiles, creating a warm and hard-to-defend playstyle.
Portrayed by MAKO
Arata Sagimori
Achiga's level-headed president, Arata rekindles her mahjong passion after Harue's return.
Portrayed by Uchiyama Yumi
Harue Akado
Former mahjong prodigy Harue returns to Achiga Academy to coach, hoping to overcome past failures and reignite her passion for the game.
Portrayed by Shindo Naomi
Saki Series
TV · 2009 · Picture Magic
Saki
Forced into the world of high school mahjong, Saki, a girl who meticulously avoids winning or losing, finds her unique skill challenged by competitive players.
Special · 2009 · Gonzo
Saki Picture Drama
These special episodes, included with DVD volumes and a Blu-ray box, explore untold stories from before, during, and after the first season of the mahjong anime.
Special · 2013 · Studio Gokumi
Saki - Episode of Side A Specials
These four special episodes conclude the story of Saki: Achiga-hen - Episode of Side-A, focusing on the high-stakes world of high school mahjong.
TV · 2014 · Studio Gokumi
Saki: The Nationals
Following their regional victory, the Kiyosumi High School mahjong team journeys to Tokyo to compete against formidable opponents in the prestigious National Tournament.
Special · 2015 · Studio Gokumi
Saki: Achiga-hen - Episode of Side-A - Kuro no Tanjoubi
This special episode, included with the limited edition Blu-ray, offers a unique look into the world of Saki Achiga-hen, expanding upon its established narrative.
OVA · 2015 · Studio Gokumi
Saki Biyori Animation
This OVA presents a collection of 4-koma gags featuring characters from the first season of Saki, showcasing slice-of-life moments like a pro mahjong player meetup and team preparations.
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