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Head to head
Hikaru no Go: Hokuto Hai e no Michi vs HAIKYU!!
| 7.5 | Score | 8.4 |
| 4,678 | Popularity | 572,130 |
| 1 | Episodes | 25 |
| 2004 | Year | 2014 |
| Special | Format | Tv |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
SportsShounenMale ProtagonistPrimarily Male Cast
The verdict
On the numbers, HAIKYU!! edges it — but they share 4 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- Higher ratedHAIKYU!! scores 84% vs 75%.
- More popularHAIKYU!! has the bigger audience here.
- Shorter commitmentHikaru no Go: Hokuto Hai e no Michi is 1 eps vs 25.
- NewerHAIKYU!! (2014) is the more recent release.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open Hikaru no Go: Hokuto Hai e no Michi or HAIKYU!! for the full picture.