Kanazawa Shogi 2 in IOS

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Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

83/100

Kanazawa Shogi 2 is widely regarded as one of the best Shogi (Japanese Chess) apps available for a reason. The AI is the star here; with 300 different levels of difficulty, it truly scales from 'clueless beginner' to 'professional master.' It doesn't just play well; it feels like it's playing like a human, making occasional understandable mistakes at lower levels.

The UI is very traditional and clean, which helps you focus on the board. The 'Piece Drop' mechanic, which is what separates Shogi from Western Chess, is handled intuitively. It also includes medals and achievements that give you a reason to keep improving. If you want to learn Shogi or sharpen your existing skills, this is the premier choice on iOS.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.0.8Mon Jan 30 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

fixed some minor problems.


Here comes 'Kanazawa Shogi 2', the most popular Shogi (Japanese Chess) game in Japan.

This Shogi app is a sequel of the app 'Shogi Lv.100'

■What is 'Shogi'

Shogi, also known as Japanese chess, is the most popular thinking game in Japan. Unlike chess, the captured pieces could be returned to the board to be used as a piece for the captured player.

Why don't you challenge this exciting Japanese game!

The Help feature within the game will help you understand the rules of Shogi.

■Kanazawa Shogi 2 has 300 different levels of play from beginner to expert.

The thinking engine 'Kanazawa Shogi' has improved and the stronger levels are at the top level for games without network communication.

Also we have provided more levels for beginners to learn and enjoy this board game.

*The levels are set as:

Level 1-100 For beginners

Level 100-200 For intermediate (10k-1k) players

Level 200-300 For advanced (1d-3d) players

Of course, you can change the handicap for each game so everyone can enjoy all the 300 levels!

■Challenge to win medals by defeating computer!

You will win medals by defeating computer in off-line game.

If you collect a certain number of medals, new types of board and pieces will be awarded.

■Other Features:

- Human vs Computer, Human vs Human(sharing a single device)

- Let you know your turn by vibration

- Automatic zooming for easy viewing and operations

- Save/Load game record

- Hint feature

- Enable to view full game history of the game record and restart game

from the selected move

- Transmit game record by e-mail (CSA/Text format)

- Beautiful graphics and realistic sound effects

- Automatic reading out for each move in Japanese


Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Here comes 'Kanazawa Shogi 2', the most popular Shogi (Japanese Chess) game in Japan.

This Shogi app is a sequel of the app 'Shogi Lv.100'

■What is 'Shogi'

Shogi, also known as Japanese chess, is the most popular thinking game in Japan. Unlike chess, the captured pieces could be returned to the board to be used as a piece for the captured player.

Why don't you challenge this exciting Japanese game!

The Help feature within the game will help you understand the rules of Shogi.

■Kanazawa Shogi 2 has 300 different levels of play from beginner to expert.

The thinking engine 'Kanazawa Shogi' has improved and the stronger levels are at the top level for games without network communication.

Also we have provided more levels for beginners to learn and enjoy this board game.

*The levels are set as:

Level 1-100 For beginners

Level 100-200 For intermediate (10k-1k) players

Level 200-300 For advanced (1d-3d) players

Of course, you can change the handicap for each game so everyone can enjoy all the 300 levels!

■Challenge to win medals by defeating computer!

You will win medals by defeating computer in off-line game.

If you collect a certain number of medals, new types of board and pieces will be awarded.

■Other Features:

- Human vs Computer, Human vs Human(sharing a single device)

- Let you know your turn by vibration

- Automatic zooming for easy viewing and operations

- Save/Load game record

- Hint feature

- Enable to view full game history of the game record and restart game

from the selected move

- Transmit game record by e-mail (CSA/Text format)

- Beautiful graphics and realistic sound effects

- Automatic reading out for each move in Japanese


Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5 with 3 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Kanazawa Shogi 2 is a comprehensive Shogi (Japanese Chess) engine and game. It features a sophisticated AI with 300 distinct levels, ensuring a fair challenge for players of any skill level. The game includes features like 'Hint' and 'Undo' for beginners, as well as game recording and analysis for advanced players. Experience the unique 'Drop' rule and promotion system that makes Shogi one of the most tactical board games in the world.

Features

1

300 levels of AI difficulty

2

Save and review game logs

3

Hint and Undo features

4

Traditional Japanese aesthetics

Tips

Promotion Videos

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Q&A

Yes, the lower AI levels are designed specifically for those learning the rules.

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