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Welcome

to a few pages devoted to promoting the exciting game of Tenjiku Shogi.

July 2005
Tenjiku site LD

May 2008
Closing pages for new Tenjiku site.
Less soon ;)

"Cremate" is used when the king is burned.

Notation for the the moves of the Fire Demon when burning is written x! followed by the
number of pieces burnt
(if greater than one).

Tenjiku Shogi Rules

Up to date rules and notes on changes and additions.

Tenjiku Related Links

Web sites, servers, shops
and some downloads.

History and Info

A brief history of Tenjiku Shogi up to 21st century Tenjiku.

Tenjiku Openings

A few pages of opening lines. Some with analysis.

Tenjiku Notation

Description and comparison of the different notation systems.

Tenjiku Problem Page

A few problem diagrams here and a few opening problems.

Tenjiku Shogi is a 400 year old chess variant still in it's infancy.
The lack of historical games allow players to discover openings.
Solid plodding play is out, aggressive precision play is in.
It may be the most violent and exciting form of chess yet.
Chu players will find the new pieces fairly easy to learn

 Ancient oriental ideas on the art of warfare.
 [ Lucky Dogs page of five rings ]
These writings can help with Tenjiku tactics and strategy
Tenjiku, you'll find more mates than next weeks lottery winner



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