Japanese Chess – Shogi – 将棋
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Category: Shogi Tactics

  • Modern Series Viewing and How It Changed Player Development

    By Galo S Mirth

    Modern shogi fans often learn by watching full match series, highlights, and commentary clips. That viewing culture has changed how many players study and improve, especially beginners and club-level competitors.

    This article looks at how series-style viewing reshaped player development in Japan.

    From occasional viewing to continuous learning

    Earlier generations often followed major matches through print reports and periodic broadcasts. Today, digital archives, live streams, and replay clips make it possible to watch opening plans, time usage, and endgame technique repeatedly.

    That repeat viewing encourages practical pattern recognition, not only passive fandom. (more…)

  • Shogi Rules (Japanese Chess): A Friendly, No-Stress Guide

    If you’ve ever played chess and thought, “This is fun, but what if my captured pieces could come back and help me?” …then welcome to shogi.

    Shogi is often called Japanese chess, but it has one big twist that makes it feel totally different: when you capture an opponent’s piece, it becomes yours and you can drop it back onto the board later. That one rule creates a lot of cool surprises.

    Let’s walk through the rules in a simple, easy way. (more…)