Shogi
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Shogi (将棋 shōgi), or Japanese chess, is a traditional Japanese strategy board game related to chess. In Japan, it is enjoyed by many people regardless of age or gender. There are professional competitions, but becoming a professional is very difficult, and requires one to start training from childhood.
UnderstandThe origins of shogi are unclear, though like all other modern chess variants, it is believed to trace its origin to the Persian game of shatranj, and ultimately in the Indian game of chaturanga.
SeeTendo, Yamagata, is famous for producing shogi pieces, and its production volume share is about 90% in Japan. There are many things with shogi motifs such as shogi objects in the town.
DoThere are places in Japan where you can play shogi. There are places where a part of a private house is open and places where professional guidance can be received.
BuyIn Japan, shogi sets can be easily found at toy stores and department stores. Simple items are even sold at convenience stores, etc. If you can't get a shogi set locally, you can make your own with paper craft.
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