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UPCOMINGFREE ENTRYMatsuri· Annual
Ningen Shogi Matsuri
人間将棋まつり
Yamagata · Tohoku
A mid-April festival in Tendo dedicated to shogi (Japanese chess) where a match is played with real people acting as living game pieces, making for a spectacular spectacle.
- Dates
- April 10–11Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Yamagata · Tohoku
- Nearest station
- Tendo Station · 20 min walk
- Crowd level
- Regional attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
- bussan-tendo.gr.jp
Happens every year
What to expect
Set against the backdrop of Tendo Park, the festival features life-sized shogi matches with participants in traditional attire, creating a vibrant and theatrical display on the giant board.
Best viewing tips
For the best view, head to the elevated seating area early. Bring binoculars to catch the intricate details of the costumes and the strategic moves on the board.
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