Ise Daijirō

President of the Kyoto Meisei Association and Shinobu's master

President of the Kyoto Meisei Association and a master figure to Shinobu, a former Eternal Queen. He strictly but accurately guided Shinobu, drawing out her talent. By teaching the mental and technical aspects of karuta, he supports the strengthened Wakamiya Shinobu.

Quotes

  • Be a demon god that moves heaven and earth
  • Playing karuta with kids your own age makes you learn to hold back and become weak
  • How on earth can I get any stronger than this?
  • Bleh!
  • Rebuking the Queen's complacency

Trivia

  • Known for his strict guidance as Shinobu Wakamiya's master.
  • Also provided commentary at the Meijin-Queen Tournament.
  • The book 'Be a demon god that moves heaven and earth' is profound, expounding the essence of karuta philosophy.
  • He took away the 'fun karuta' that Shinobu wanted to run to, but it awakened her talent.
  • Shares a complex love-hate master-disciple relationship with his disciple Shinobu.

Alternate names

Ise Daijiro 会長 伊勢 伊勢先生

Tags

Chihayafuru Competitive Karuta Kyoto Meisei Association Eternal Queen Master Mentor Girls' Manga Coming-of-Age Drama High School Karuta Club

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Always maintains a calm demeanor, exuding dignity as a gentlemanly middle-aged man. Gives a polite and strict impression.

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Strict
Detailed personality
While strictly instructing as a master, he offers precise advice for Shinobu's growth. In the pursuit of strength, he emphasizes mental fortitude and guides his disciple into solitary battles.
Keywords
  • Strict
  • Intellectual
  • Unique Theories
  • Calm
  • Mentor
Motto
Be a demon god that moves heaven and earth
Talents
  • Abundant Knowledge
  • Competitive Karuta Techniques
  • Tactical Insight
Skills
  • Instruction
  • Commentary
  • Poem Interpretation
Motivation
To raise Wakamiya Shinobu into the strongest Queen

History

Backstory
He rigorously trained the young Shinobu, who was weak from always holding back, teaching her that to grow strong without holding back, she must compete against older opponents and practice in solitude. He himself is a former Eternal Queen, demonstrating his presence in the karuta world through guiding Shinobu.
Work title
Chihayafuru
Media type
Manga

Guiding Wakamiya Shinobu to youngest Queen

Significant event
Guiding Wakamiya Shinobu to youngest Queen
Description
By not teaching the young Shinobu to hold back and making her practice against strong opponents, he awakened her talent.

Commentary at Meijin-Queen Tournament

Significant event
Commentary at Meijin-Queen Tournament
Description
Appeared on TV during the Meijin and Queen title matches, providing commentary on the karuta competition.

Publication of book 'Be a demon god that moves heaven and earth'

Significant event
Publication of book 'Be a demon god that moves heaven and earth'
Description
Published a book expounding the philosophy of strength in karuta and his instructional principles.

Rebuking Shinobu's complacency

Significant event
Rebuking Shinobu's complacency
Description
Rebuked Shinobu's overconfidence, teaching that true strength comes from a humble attitude.

Relationships

Shinobu Wakamiya

Mentor

Master-disciple relationship since her childhood, raising Shinobu to the youngest Queen.

Kyoto Meisei Association

Kyoto Meisei Association: leader

Media appearances

Chihayafuru

Anime / Supporting

2011 TV anime and others

Chihayafuru Live-Action Movie Series

Movie / Supporting

Released 2016 - 2018

Chihayafuru -Meguri-

TV drama / Supporting

Scheduled to air July 2025

Voice cast and creators

Daichi Endō

Voice actor
Daichi Endō
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Edition

Kōtarō Shiga

Voice actor
Kōtarō Shiga
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Live-Action Movie Edition

Yuki Suetsugu

Creator name
Yuki Suetsugu
Role
Original author

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