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Shogi in the West

Shogi Dad
Shogi
Chess
Shogi Wars
Brazil
Streaming
81dojo
Japan
Japanese Culture
Seattle Shogi Meetup
Proverbs
Vietnam
Openings
Online Tournaments
Miss King
Anime Conventions
European Shogi Championship
Western Shogi Community
Shodan
World Shogi League
Yagura

A podcast for Shogi Players in the West produced by Shogi Dad! New episodes are typically published each Wednesday.

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Oh, hi there! This is the Shogi in the West podcast!

In this week's episode I discuss online shogi tournaments and the potential value they could provide to those of us in the western shogi world.

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Oh, hi there! This is the Shogi in the West podcast!

In our thirty first episode I interview Danny, a loyal viewer and supporter of the channel who started playing shogi in the past year and, with his strong chess foundation, has been nicely levelin... more

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Oh, hi there! This is the Shogi in the West podcast!

In our thirtieth (!) episode, special guest Koshiro joins in as co-host for an incredible session about shogi openings in the context of growth and applicability for kyu to shodan level players.

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Oh, hi there! This is the Shogi in the West podcast!

In this week's episode I ponder the idea of shogi as art, as proposed by a strong and well-respected shogi player and friend of the channel.

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In this week's episode I explore what shogi expansion in the west looks like and what growing the game could mean.

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Oh, hi there! This is the Shogi in the West podcast!

In this week's episode I jump headfirst into an evergreen debate in the shogi world: Is it better to play lots of games or to grind lots of tsumeshogi puzzles.

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In our twenty-sixth episode I interview Solomon, a new member of our shogi community and already an active player based in Atlanta. Solomon has experience in the competitive speedcubing scene whic... more

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Key Facts

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Podcast Host

Recent Guests

Steven Zurk
International Chess Grandmaster and Shogi player, 2010 World Under-18 Chess Champion
Episode: SITW Episode 16 - Interview 9 - Steven (Chess Grandmaster and 5 Dan 81Dojo)

Host

Shogi Dad
Host of Shogi in the West, involved in promoting Shogi in Western contexts and engaging with the player community.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#36
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

SITW Episode 12 - Time Controls and Clock Talk
Q: Do you enjoy playing with clocks?
The host expresses curiosity and seeks feedback about listeners' preferences regarding playing with clocks.
SITW Episode 2 - Stepping into Shogi
Q: Any tips somebody can give me to train myself at Shogi?
Focus on having fun, play games, and experiment with different openings.
SITW Episode 9 - Interview 5 - Eduard (4 Dan 81Dojo)
Q: What are your goals for promoting Shogi in Slovakia?
He is focused on increasing exposure for Shogi locally to foster interest and participation while organizing events for beginners.
SITW Episode 9 - Interview 5 - Eduard (4 Dan 81Dojo)
Q: How do Shogi tournaments compare to chess tournaments?
Eduard notes a more relaxed atmosphere in Shogi tournaments, promoting a culture of post-game discussion, unlike the silence found in chess tournaments.
SITW Episode 9 - Interview 5 - Eduard (4 Dan 81Dojo)
Q: What motivated you to transition from chess to Shogi?
Eduard explains that he felt stagnant at chess and found excitement in the Shogi style and its distinct gameplay opportunities.

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This podcast offers a fascinating exploration of Shogi, the traditional Japanese strategy game, with a focus on its growth and adaptation in Western cultures. Episodes delve into a range of topics including strategies, community engagement, and the unique distinctions between Shogi and chess. Interviews with players of varying expertise provide personal insights and anecdotes about their journeys in Shogi, emphasizing learning, consistency, and the cultural significance of the game. With discussions on tournament experiences, educational resources, and reflections on broader Japanese culture, this is likely to appeal to both Shogi enthusiasts and novices alike, seeking a deeper understanding of the game and its community.

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