A new collection of Japanese board games emphasizes portability and diverse themes, from cat gangs to samurai quests, offering something for every player.
New Japanese board games gain attention
A new selection of Japanese board games has been highlighted for their portability and appeal to a wide range of players. These games are designed to be easy to transport and suitable for various audiences, featuring themes such as cat gangs, speed, card games, and collaboration.Neko Syndicate: A cat gang sushi competition
Neko Syndicate, created by Dani Garcia, is a game set in the city of Mininogata, where players control cat gangs competing in the sushi trade. The objective is to deliver as many sushi meals as possible by producing fish, cooking sushi, and delivering it to the right locations.Gameplay and details of Neko Syndicate
The game involves district cards and cubes representing fish, with players forming pyramids of cards to achieve deliveries and common objectives. It is accessible for players aged 14 and older, can be played by 1 to 4 players, and lasts about 30 minutes. Neko Syndicate is priced at 25 euros.Speed-focused games from Japan
Miro Miro and Kumi Kumi, both designed and published in Japan, are games that emphasize speed and observation. Miro Miro involves players identifying the same surface area covered by a challenge card and cards on the table, with the most precise and fastest player winning.Age ranges and pricing of Miro Miro and Kumi Kumi
Kumi Kumi uses color combinations with transparent pieces to recreate a displayed model, with the fastest player winning. Both games are suitable for different age groups, with Miro Miro for ages 6 and older and Kumi Kumi for ages 5 and older. They are priced at 18 euros each.Hii Fuu: A strategic card game
Hii Fuu, an original card game from Japan, involves players trying to win exactly two tricks per round without winning any additional tricks. The game is played with 72 cards across four colors, with point tokens awarded based on the order in which players complete their two tricks.Details and pricing of Hii Fuu
The game is accessible for ages 8 and older and is intended for 4 to 6 players. Hii Fuu is priced at 12.5 euros.Cooperative game inspired by escape rooms
Unlock! Short Adventures: The Path of the Sword is a cooperative game inspired by escape rooms, played with only cards and an application. It features a scenario set in feudal Japan, where players take on the role of a samurai searching for a stolen sword.Gameplay and pricing of Unlock! Short Adventures
The game lasts between 30 and 50 minutes and is available in three difficulty levels. It is priced at 6.50 euros.Diverse range of Japanese-themed games
These games offer a variety of experiences, from quick and light games to more immersive investigations, providing a diverse ludic library with Japanese themes.