Japanese Chess: The Game of Shogi

Japanese Chess: The Game of Shogi is a comprehensive guide to the ancient board game of shogi. Written by E. Ohara, a master shogi player and teacher, this book provides a detailed explanation of the rules and strategies of the game, as well as its history and cultural significance in Japan.The book begins with an overview of the board and pieces used in shogi, followed by a step-by-step guide to the basic rules of the game. Ohara then delves into more advanced strategies and tactics, including opening moves, attacking and defending, and endgame techniques.Throughout the book, Ohara uses clear and concise language to explain complex concepts, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced players. The book also includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to help readers visualize the game and its various moves.In addition to its instructional content, Japanese Chess: The Game of Shogi offers insights into the cultural and historical context of shogi in Japan. Ohara discusses the game's origins, its evolution over time, and its current status as a popular pastime and competitive sport.Overall, Japanese Chess: The Game of Shogi is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in learning about this fascinating and challenging game.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.