Description: SHOGI (JAPANESE CHESS) TRADITIONAL WOODEN SET WITH VINYL MATTHE CHESS OF JAPANFor many centuries, Japan has cultivated its own chess tradition, borrowing from the major chess forms of Asia, but evolving into aesthetically rich and novel games seen nowhere else in the world. The standard Japanese chess, shogi (pronounced with a hard ‘g’ as in geese), is played on a compact surface of 9 x 9 rectangles, with pointed tile pieces which can flip over, to show a promoted value.The truly unique aspect of shogi is the continued play of captured pieces. Notice how pieces are all the same color, but pointing in opposite directions. After capture, a piece may be placed back on the board, in service of its captor. This creates a game that never simplifies, with all 40 pieces in play (on or off the board) for the entire game. Add that to the fact that players have to watch for the opponent to “drop” a piece into play at any time – and you have one of the most dynamic strategy games ever invented!THE PIECESThe pieces are made of maple wood with the kanji characters engraved and printed in black ink.Size: the largest piece, the King, is approximately 1 3/16 inches (31 mm) long. Its base is about 1 inch wide. Note that most pieces have a different character on the flip-side (see pictures), which indicates the move of the piece once it is promoted. Full instructions are included. THE PLAYING MATThe playing mat is made of high quality, durable vinyl, similar to many of the playing mats used in typical chess tournaments. It is washable and with basic care will last for many years.Size: The mat measures approximately 14 by 12 inches, with playing “squares” 1 7/16 inches long. SHOGI RULES INCLUDEDOfficial rules of play are included, with clear English descriptions and instructive illustrations. SHIPPING FREE SHIPPING within the U.S. by USPS Priority Mail (2-3 business days).INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING (see rate posted) USPS Priority Mail International (delivery times vary).INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMS MAY APPLY – Buyer must pay any customs or tariffs charged by destination country (VAT in Europe, etc.).
Price: 45 USD
Location: Sarasota, Florida
End Time: 2024-08-17T23:10:41.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Material: Wood
Theme: Shogi
Character Family: Shogi
Gender: All
Ages: 8 and up
Year: 2019
Game: Shogi
Japanese Chess: Let's Catch The Lion
Brand: AncientChess.com
Recommended Age Range: 8 and up
