狸と茶釜 (Tanuki to Chagam)

A game by Kenji Mishima

3 - 4 Players 0 - 20 minutes Unknown

Trick-taking

Card Game

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Description

Tanuki to Chagam is a quick and simple card game from Japan, designed by Kenji Mishima and published in 2021. In this trick-taking game, 3 to 4 players predict how many times they will win from their dealt hand and declare their predictions all at once. The goal is to play a card of the same color as the first player, but if you don't have that color, you can play any card you like. The game takes a interesting turn with the tea pot card, which allows players to change their played card to a 0 of the same color under certain conditions. This adds a layer of strategy to the game, as players need to time their moves carefully to maximize their wins. With a playtime of just 0 to 20 minutes, Tanuki to Chagam is a great game for a quick gathering with friends, and its simple rules make it easy to learn and play.