Unlike the previous seasons, season 3 gives more screen time to other supporting roles that we all love! Harada sensei, Shinobu, Suo Meijin, Sakurazawa Sensei and several newly-introduced characters. Is it good? Well, it's yes and no. It's good because you won't be fed with Chihaya's greed to win with Mizusawa; it's bad because some development that should happen for the main characters were neglected. However, it does not reduce the amount of enjoyment of the series. It is still great! I believe the series has followed the manga pretty closely. Amazing work!
I also realised that Arata was given much more development in this series. There are some dokidoki parts happening between the trio, as well as, heartbreaking moments but it just screams that Chihaya, Taichi and Arata are growing up! It's truly satisfying to watch them. Their ups and downs.
In this season, the series shows more than just karuta! They talk about bond, hardships, betrayal, and more. Although the previous seasons also centralise so many themes, I personally find that this season is more emotional than the precedents! Overall, if you would like to see the growth of all characters (especially Chihaya, Arata & Taichi), please marathon all seasons! I've done it and Chihayafuru has really entered my subconscious mind. XD
