Shogi board, Hon-kaya (Japanese nutmeg) 55cm, pieces by Genbei Kiyoyasu (Genbei Seian) set

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This is a set of a 55cm Japanese chess (Shogi) board made of Kaya (Japanese nutmeg) and Shogi pieces, Genbe Saian (misspelled as Genbei Seian).

[New and Unused] The list price is 68,000 yen, but it is being offered at a bargain price.

"Kaya (Japanese nutmeg)" for a Shogi board refers to the highest-grade Shogi board material made from the Japanese nutmeg tree, an evergreen coniferous tree of the Yew family. It is rich in oil and has elasticity, beautiful wood grain, an elegant fragrance, and a beautiful luster that develops over time. It is also said to be less tiring to play on for long periods. Especially rare domestic Hon-Kaya is considered the highest grade, and it develops a tasteful amber-colored luster with years of use, making it a masterpiece.

"Genbe Saian" (源兵衛済安) is a misspelling of "Genbei Seian" (源兵衛清安), one of the Shogi piece fonts, and is a common font for Shogi pieces. Genbei Seian is characterized by large, powerful, and easy-to-read characters, and is especially popular among beginners.
Features of the Genbei Seian font:
Powerful characters: The characters written on the pieces are powerful and have a strong presence.
Easy to read: The characters are large and highly visible, making them suitable for Shogi beginners and those who prefer pieces that are easy to read when playing Shogi.
Traditional: It is one of the historical fonts and is loved by many Shogi fans.

- Size: Board 55cm
- Contents: Shogi piece set

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