About this Event
Welcome to thel US Shogi Championship Tournament, this year held in San Francisco! Join us at the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California for a 2-day event filled with intense shogi matches and friendly competition.
This annual shogi tournament, with over 30 years of tradition, brings together players of all levels from across the United States for a weekend of competition, learning, and community. The event features a Swiss-style individual tournament, where players compete in preliminary rounds before being divided into A and B classes for the main competition. A round-robin team tournament is also held, with teams formed based on participants’ regions.
This year, we are honored to welcome three professional shogi players as special guests: Akio Ishikawa (Pro 7-Dan), Hirotaka Nozuki (Pro 8-Dan), and Mana Watanabe (Women’s Pro 3-Dan). They will be offering instructional matches, engaging with participants, and sharing their expertise throughout the event. In addition to the competition, participants can enjoy a pre-tournament event (Friday, April 25th, optional) and a welcome party on the night of Day 1, providing great opportunities to connect with fellow shogi enthusiasts.
Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this event is perfect for shogi fans of all levels. Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your skills and meet fellow shogi fans in the heart of San Francisco. Mark your calendars and get ready to make your best moves!
For more information, please check out our official event pamphlet linked below:
[English] Official pamphlet
[Japanese] Official pamphlet
Day 1 (Sat Apr 26)
🕑: 08:15 AM - 08:45 AM
Registration / Check-in
🕑: 08:45 AM - 09:00 AM
Opening ceremony
🕑: 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
A/B classification preliminaries
Info: Swiss-style. Total of 3 rounds/games.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch break
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
A/B Championship tournament - 1st Round
🕑: 02:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Team tournament
Info: Round-robin format.
🕑: 05:30 PM
Announcement of team tournament results
🕑: 06:00 PM
End of Day 1
🕑: 06:30 PM
Welcome party
Day 2 (Sun Apr 27)
🕑: 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM
A/B Championship tournament - Rounds 2-4
Info: Swiss style, total of 3 rounds/matches.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch break
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Championship semi-finals
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Championship finals & 3rd place matches
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Exhibition game (if time permits)
Info: A-class champion vs Guest professional
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Award ceremony / Closing ceremony
🕑: 05:30 PM
Photo session / Dismissal and cleanup
🕑: 06:00 PM
End of Day 2
*Day 0 (Fri Apr 25)
🕑: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Pre-tournament practice (optional)
Info: This event will take place at the JCCCNC. Participation fee will be $20.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California, 1840 Sutter Street, San Francisco, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 180.00
