![]() I would like for the board to be lighter and not dark, so I can look at it for hours. My budget is about 200-300 euros (25-35 thousand Yen) for this purchase.įor me this time the most important aspect of this purchase would be, good quality wood which was well crafted and cared and the lines were done well. I want to buy a nicer GO board which I would use everyday, for study GO and play face to face matches a few times a week, at home. I got a few weeks ago a set of Keyaki bowls and a set of Slate and Shell stones so now I will have good stones and bowls. I got a cheaper 50mm Chinese made Shinkaya board. Avoid storing in damp conditions or prolonged exposure to sunlight.I am in a middle of a hard decision. Even in less extreme conditions minor distortion is still a possibility but should not be enough to spoil your enjoyment. Please note: All solid wood boards can be affected by repeated and wide ranging 'domestic' changes in humidity or temperature. Contact us for more information, if you are interested. thickness of the table and style and size of legs can vary slightly according to what can be obtained at the time. This carved, pyramidal cavity helps with the drying process and, according to some, improves the acoustics of the game.ĭesigned for the real enthusiast, the Goban also comes with a fitted 'tablecloth' of velvet material with tasseled edges for protection and to maintain a quality appearance when not in use.Įxact dimensions. This stunning Goban also features an indented, recessed area (or heso) on the underside of the board. The attractive grain of the wood is predominantly on show across the board and the playing surface is smooth and flawless. Featuring ornately carved legs and a full size 19 x 19 board, this is a luxury item fit for the most discerning of Go players.ĭesigned for play on the floor, this traditional, Japanese style Goban is beautifully crafted and wonderfully finished. Luxury Alaska spruce (shin kaya) 17cm Floor GobanĮxact size can vary but approximately 17cm thickExact size can vary but approximately 6.7 inch thickĪ genuine, top-quality Korean Goban made from solid Alaskan Spruce / Shin Kaya wood - generally accepted as one of the best woods for Go equipment. Unsuitable for people vulnerable to choking hazards. Please note that the shade of the board and grain pattern will vary and may not match the product photo.Ĭontains small parts. This Goban is made by bonding 2 - 4 pieces of Shin Kaya together but the joins are barely noticeable and the bonds are incredibly strong. Fit for the most discerning of Go enthusiasts, this board certainly makes for an eye-catching centre piece and will undoubtedly enhance your game of Go. This is the perfect Go board for serious players wanting to upgrade their existing table board. The board is approximately 6cm thick and stands on ornately carved wooden legs. Made from Shin (New) Kaya, the Go board is beautifully crafted and expertly finished with the wonderful wood grain prominently on show. Weight: 13lb, 0ozĪ genuine, Japanese-made Goban from esteemed Go specialist, Kurokigoishiten. Their Go boards are expertly crafted and beautifully finished. Kurokigoishiten are a renowned Japanese manufacturer who produce excellent Go equipment. Please note that stones are not included. It's also worth noting that some of the wood joins may be visible although they do not detract from the overall beauty of the Goban. ![]() Please note that the grain of the wood does feature prominently across the board and may differ to what is shown in the pictures. Shin Kaya is generally regarded as one of the finest materials for the production of Go equipment and this fine table board is ideal for Go enthusiasts looking to upgrade their set. This is a genuine, Japanese made Goban in a good size and at an affordable price. A beautiful table board at an affordable priceįrom Kurokigoishiten of Japan, a Shin Kaya table Go board made up of 3 - 4 pieces of wood measuring approximately 3cm in thickness.Made of 3 - 4 chunks of wood with barely visible joins.
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