Hikaru no Go (2020) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

The drama tells the story of Shi Guang who discovered an ancient go board by coincidence and thus got to know Chu Ying, a go player who has been entrenched in the go board as a "soul" and who has experienced thousands of years. Under his influence, he gradually confronted the story of interest in go and inspiring to become a professional go player.

TV-PG • 2020 • 1 season

Age

Hikaru no Go is a live-action Chinese drama about a boy who, guided by the ghost of an ancient master, discovers a passion for the strategic board game Go. The series is primarily a coming-of-age story focused on friendship, intense rivalry, and the pursuit of excellence. The main content for parents to be aware of is the central supernatural element—a friendly but sometimes demanding ghost that inhabits the main character's mind—and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Hu Xianxu

Zhang Chao

Hao Fushen

Zhao Haohong

Han Mubo

Zhai Guanhua

Sun Can

Wu Qianying

Ji Li

Jiang Yiru

Jiao Hao

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Is Hikaru no Go appropriate for kids?

Content severity in Hikaru no Go Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

Substances None 0/10

Language Moderate 4/10

Sex/Nudity None 0/10

Violence/Gore Moderate 4/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Hikaru no Go

None. The series focuses on platonic friendships and mentorship, with no romantic or sexual themes.

Violence and gore in Hikaru no Go

Mild. There are a few instances of comic-style physical scuffles between children, such as pushing or light shoving, but no one is seriously hurt. These moments are brief and non-graphic.

Language in Hikaru no Go

Mild. Characters occasionally use words like 'idiot' or 'stupid' in exasperation or during arguments. There is no profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hikaru no Go

None. There is no depiction of drug use, alcohol consumption, or smoking throughout the season.

Mature themes in Hikaru no Go

Moderate. Themes include the pressure of competition, the importance of friendship and mentorship, personal growth through dedication, and dealing with loss and disappointment in competitive settings. Some characters experience emotional distress over losing or feeling inadequate.

Scary moments in Hikaru no Go

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Hikaru no Go yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Is Hikaru no Go appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Hikaru no Go is best for ages 8+. It's rated TV-PG. Hikaru no Go is a live-action Chinese drama about a boy who, guided by the ghost of an ancient master, discovers a passion for the strategic board game Go. The series is primarily a coming-of-age story focused on…

What age rating does Hikaru no Go have?

Hikaru no Go is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.

What is Hikaru no Go about?

How many seasons does Hikaru no Go have?

Hikaru no Go has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Hikaru no Go?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Hikaru no Go.

How violent is Hikaru no Go?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Hikaru no Go per our reviewers.

Is the language in Hikaru no Go appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Hikaru no Go.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hikaru no Go?