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■ Product overview

A tile-placement strategy board game that beautifully combines traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern game design.

• Japanese culture theme : Expressing the profound depth of bonsai through a board game, aiming to showcase it in the Imperial Gardens
• Number of players : 1-4 players, a family game that the whole family can enjoy
• Play time : Approximately 40 minutes, easy to enjoy
• Game system : Meditation and cultivation, a unique experience that combines strategy and artistry
• Growth rules : Tile placement rules that faithfully reproduce the rules of real-life bonsai cultivation
• Solo Play : Enjoy solo play with five additional scenarios, including the Emperor's Challenge
• Components : Beautiful artwork by Davood Moghaddami expresses traditional Japanese beauty

■ Product specifications

■ Product Introduction

[Game worldview]

Published by DV Games, the game was created by three accomplished designers and released worldwide between 2022 and 2023.
Players become skilled bonsai masters and aim to cultivate their own beautiful bonsai.
This game, which means "bonsai" in Japanese, beautifully expresses the depth of the traditional Japanese art of bonsai in the form of a board game.
Players compete against each other in the beauty of their creations, with the honor of displaying them in the Imperial Gardens.

[Game system features]

The core of the game system is two actions: "meditation" and "cultivation."
In meditation, you acquire cards and tiles, and in cultivation, you actually place tiles to grow your bonsai.
By combining four types of hex tile - wood, leaves, flowers, and fruit - you can create beautiful tree shapes that follow the same growth rules as real bonsai.

[Realistic growth rules]

A notable feature of this game is the tile placement rules, which faithfully reproduce the laws of real-life bonsai cultivation.
Wood tiles are placed next to other wood tiles, leaf tiles grow from wood, flower tiles bloom from leaves, and fruit tiles grow between two adjacent leaves, following natural growth patterns.
This allows players to experience the thought process of a real bonsai master.

[Strategic game mechanics]

Game mechanics include a unique combination of open draft (free market), tile placement, and end-game bonuses.
The tiered goal feature is particularly impressive, forcing players to choose whether to accept the goal they've achieved or abandon it in favor of a higher goal.
This mechanic creates strategic tension in the game, creating a deeper gaming experience that goes beyond simple tile-placement.

[Various card systems]

The card system is also diverse, with five types available: growth cards, tool cards, helper cards, master cards, and parchment cards.
Each one offers a different effect, allowing players to choose different strategies.
The scoring system is multi-tiered, with wood worth 0 points, leaves worth 3 points, flowers worth 1 point per non-adjacent edge (maximum 5 points), and fruit worth 7 points, with additional points added from goal tiles and parchment cards.

■ Recommended usage scenarios

• Family Gathering : A family game for 1-4 players that the whole family can enjoy
• Solo Play : Enjoy the five additional scenarios, including the Emperor Challenge, all by yourself
• Game Party : A strategy game that can be easily enjoyed in about 40 minutes.
• Japanese culture enthusiasts : A board game themed on the traditional Japanese culture of bonsai that will become a part of your collection
• Board game beginners : Easy-to-understand rules and beautiful visuals make it accessible even for beginners
• Strategy game enthusiasts : Enjoy the strategic depth of the combination of open draft and tile placement.
• Gift : A great gift for anyone interested in Japanese culture

■ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q1. Is a Japanese rulebook included?

A. The in-game language is English and does not include Japanese.
This product is a parallel import product.
We purchase new, unopened products directly from authorized stores (authorized retailers) in Europe and the United States, and inspect them upon arrival.
We check the quality of the products before delivering them to our customers.

Q2. How many people do you recommend playing with?

A. It supports 1-4 players, so you can enjoy it solo or with up to 4 people.
There are also plenty of rules for solo play, and five additional scenarios, including the Emperor Challenge, are available, so you can immerse yourself in creating bonsai by yourself.

Q3. How long does the game last?

A. The play time is approximately 40 minutes.
This is an easy-to-enjoy strategy game that is also recommended for game parties and family gatherings.

Q4. Can beginners enjoy it?

A: Yes, you can enjoy it.
The tile placement rules, which replicate the principles of real-life bonsai cultivation, are intuitive and easy to understand, making it easy to pick up even for board game novices.
Enjoy beautiful artwork and a calming, meditative gameplay experience.

Q5. What strategy is needed?

A. Multi-layered strategies are required, including selecting cards and tiles in the open draft (free market), planning the growth of the bonsai by placing tiles, and timing the achievement of staged goals.
The choice to accept an achieved goal or abandon it in pursuit of a higher goal creates strategic tension.

■ Reasons why we recommend this product

Bonsai offers a unique board game experience that combines strategy and artistry.
This work was created with respect for traditional Japanese culture and is recommended not only for board game enthusiasts, but also for anyone interested in Japanese culture.

The experience strikes a fine balance between being calming and meditative, like actual bonsai gardening, yet requiring strategic thinking.
Each player starts with a small piece of wood and by the end of the game they will have created a beautiful bonsai tree with a unique character.
Through this process of growth, players will be able to experience the joy of artistic creation.

The components are adorned with beautiful artwork, with illustrations by Davood Moghaddami beautifully capturing the traditional beauty of Japan.
At the end of the game, players will be able to look at the beautiful bonsai they have created and feel a sense of satisfaction, an artistic accomplishment that goes beyond winning or losing.

A board game rich in art that combines traditional Japanese aesthetics with strategic gaming experiences.

■ Shipping/Precautions

• This product is a parallel import product.
  We purchase new, unopened products directly from authorized stores (authorized retailers) in Europe and the United States, and inspect them upon arrival.
  We check the quality of the products before delivering them to our customers.
  
• The in-game language is English and does not include Japanese.
  
• Some product specifications may change without notice.
  

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