Japan Creative Centre (JCC) is thrilled to hold shogi workshops with professional Shogi players once again! This event, taking place on 7 February, serves as a lead-up to the SJ60 Eiou Championship Singapore Match scheduled on 3 April 2026.

Shogi, often referred to as Japanese chess, is a centuries-old board game unique to Japan, sharing some similarities with Xiangqi. Whether you are new to Shogi or already have experience, take this opportunity to learn and improve, under the guidance of professional shogi players! Those who are new to shogi will receive the basic instructions of shogi before trying their hand at the game. Those who already have prior knowledge and experience will have the chance to play against professional shogi players.

Those who participated in last year's shogi workshops at JCC are also welcome to join and enhance your skills! Do not miss this unique opportunity to experience the fascinating world of shogi!

This event is part of the official celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Japan (SJ60).

Date:

7 February 2026 (Saturday)

Time:

1pm – 2:45pm (Doors open at 12:30pm)
3:30pm – 5:15pm (Doors open at 3pm)

Venue:

Japan Creative Centre (JCC)
Embassy of Japan in Singapore
4 Nassim Road Singapore 258372

Admission:

FREE (with registration)

Click button or scan QR to register. If the registration is full, or you would like to cancel your registration, please e-mail us at jcc@sn.mofa.go.jp. We regret that there is limited capacity, kindly register early to avoid disappointment. ALL EVENTS ARE FREE OF CHARGE. Registrant names will be shared with our co-organisers.

Please inform us at least 3 days before the event if you and/or your accompanying guest are unable to make it. No-show registrants will be noted and be given lower priority for our future events.

※ Please choose ONE session, according to your shogi knowledge and experience. If you choose both sessions, your registration will be void.

Mr Sasaki Makoto is a Japanese professional shogi player, ranked 7-dan, born in Tokyo on January 21, 1980.

He entered the Japan Shogi Association's apprentice school at the rank of 6-kyū in 1993 as a disciple of professional shogi player Shigeru Sekine. He was officially awarded professional status in 2001.

Mr Takami Taichi is a Japanese professional shogi player, ranked 7-dan, born in Yokohama on July 12, 1993.

He entered the Japan Shogi Association's apprentice school at the rank of 6-kyū in 2005 as a disciple of professional shogi player Ishida Kazuo. He was officially awarded professional status in 2011. He has appeared in major title matches two times and is a former holder of the Eiou title.

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Getting to Japan Creative Centre
4 Nassim Road Singapore 258372
Tel: +65-6737-0434

By Public Bus:
Bus services: 7, 36, 77, 105, 106, 111, 123, 132, 174, 174E, 502, 502A, 502B (Alight in front of Delfi Orchard)
For latest information on bus routes and fares, please refer to SBS Transit.

By the MRT:
You may also take the MRT to the nearest MRT station, Orchard (NS22).
Train fares, travel times and route maps are available on the SMRT website.

Driving to JCC:
Nearest parking is at Orchard Hotel, Delfi Orchard and Orchard Rendezvous Hotel.