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Grandmasters at the Shogi Forum (2/2)

1/12/2015 – In this second part, GM Peter Heine Nielsen describes the unique atmosphere of the 6th Shogi Forum, in which shogi and all chess variants are explored and exhibited. As an example of how different it is, he recounts how he, and fellow amateurs suddenly notice a multiple world champion join the analysis and offering suggestions! They are then given a tour with temples and blessings.

Grandmasters at the Shogi Forum (1/2)

1/11/2015 – Ever wondered what the Shogi equivalent of the Chess Olympiad is like? GMs Nielsen and Pelletier qualified to play in the International Shogi Forum, where they learn just how big a gap there is between Westerners and Japanese in the game. In this cultural exchange. Nielsen gives them a book signed by Kasparov in his recent training session with Carlsen.
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