2.1-sun Shogi Table Board – Kyushu Kaya, Single-piece, Straight-grain cut

2-sun Shogi Table Board – Kyushu Kaya, Single-piece, Straight-grain cut

About the Wood

This board is made from a single plank of kaya grown in Kyushu. Kaya has been used for shogi and Go boards for centuries, valued for its moderate elasticity and distinctive sound when pieces are placed.

About the Construction

This is a single-plank board, cut directly from one log. Unlike laminated boards, the natural character of the wood appears as it is across the entire surface.

About the Straight Grain

This board is cut in masame, or straight grain — a method where the log is cut toward the center, producing parallel lines running along the length of the board. Straight-grain boards are known for their clean, formal appearance and dimensional stability over time.

Thickness and Feel

The board is 2-sun thick (approximately 6.1 cm). This is a standard thickness for a table board, offering a well-balanced feel in terms of weight and the sensation when placing pieces.

Aging and Natural Characteristics

There are a few small leaf knots on the playing surface. Leaf knots are natural marks left by branch bases as the tree grows. They are visible now, but kaya gradually deepens to a warm amber tone with use — and as the whole surface changes, the contrast with the surrounding wood quietly fades. It is a natural material, after all. Something is always there. The same is true of people.

Choosing This Board

Straight grain, a calm yellow tone, and a surface with few knots — this board comes together in a straightforward, honest way. For those who can accept the leaf knots on the playing surface, it is a board worth considering across its price range.

Each board is one of a kind.
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