Board game - Ogura Hyakunin Isshu (小倉百人一首) Introductory Karuta Board Game Set — Complete with Manuals

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Ogura Hyakunin Isshu introductory karuta board game set from Japan, complete with 200 cards (100 reading, 100 taking) and two manuals, in good condition with original illustrated box, dating from 1970–1990.

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Ogura Hyakunin Isshu (小倉百人一首) introductory karuta set, intended for beginners and learners of this traditional Japanese poetry card game.

The set includes a complete deck of 200 cards, consisting of 100 reading cards (Yomifuda) and 100 taking cards (Torifuda), featuring classical waka poems from the Ogura Hyakunin Isshu anthology. Also included are two instruction manuals, providing explanations of the poems and rules of play, making this an ideal entry-level set.

The cards are housed in the original illustrated box. The set is used and shows light signs of age and handling, consistent with normal use. Please refer to the photos for details of condition and contents.

A well-rounded and culturally significant set, suitable for karuta players, students of Japanese literature, or collectors of traditional Japanese games.



Method of Shipment
FedEx or Japan Post

NOTICE

The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by FedEx or Japan Post.
Delivery usually takes 1–2 weeks.
The shipping method may vary depending on the item price and size.

Sometimes Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you are available to respond.
If not, the parcel may be returned to me, and reshipping will cost more than twice the original shipping fee.

I appreciate your cooperation.

Ogura Hyakunin Isshu (小倉百人一首) introductory karuta set, intended for beginners and learners of this traditional Japanese poetry card game.

The set includes a complete deck of 200 cards, consisting of 100 reading cards (Yomifuda) and 100 taking cards (Torifuda), featuring classical waka poems from the Ogura Hyakunin Isshu anthology. Also included are two instruction manuals, providing explanations of the poems and rules of play, making this an ideal entry-level set.

The cards are housed in the original illustrated box. The set is used and shows light signs of age and handling, consistent with normal use. Please refer to the photos for details of condition and contents.

A well-rounded and culturally significant set, suitable for karuta players, students of Japanese literature, or collectors of traditional Japanese games.



Method of Shipment
FedEx or Japan Post

NOTICE

The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by FedEx or Japan Post.
Delivery usually takes 1–2 weeks.
The shipping method may vary depending on the item price and size.

Sometimes Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you are available to respond.
If not, the parcel may be returned to me, and reshipping will cost more than twice the original shipping fee.

I appreciate your cooperation.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Nr of items
200
Brand
Unknown
Model/ Name
Ogura Hyakunin Isshu (小倉百人一首) Introductory Karuta Board Game Set — Complete with Manuals
Country of Origin
Japan
Condition
Good
Packaging
With box and manuals
Height
20 cm
Width
15 cm
Estimated Period
1970–1990
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Objects sold
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