Nishikigoi and Masayuki Toyoshima Celebrate with Shogi Cake! 'J:COM Cup March Comes in Like a Lion Children's Shogi Tournament 15th Anniversary Event'
On June 1, 2026, J:COM and Igo & Shogi Channel held a commemorative event for the 15th J:COM Cup 'March Comes in Like a Lion' Children's Shogi Tournament at the Shogi Kaikan in Tokyo, featuring comedy duo Nishikigoi and professional player Masayuki Toyoshima.
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J:COM and Igo & Shogi Channel hosted the 'J:COM Cup March Comes in Like a Lion Children's Shogi Tournament 15th Anniversary Event' on June 1, 2026, at the Japan Shogi Association's Shogi Kaikan. The event featured comedy duo Nishikigoi (Masanori Hasegawa and Takashi Watanabe), professional shogi player Masayuki Toyoshima, and participating children. Celebrating both the 15th anniversary of the tournament and the 15th year of Nishikigoi's formation, the venue was filled with excitement. The duo appeared wearing shogi-piece-themed headgear, delighting the audience. Hasegawa praised Toyoshima's presence, noting his 'undeniable aura.' During the talk session, they reflected on their lives 15 years ago, sharing stories of their early struggles. Finally, Toyoshima presented a 'Shogi Cake' to celebrate the occasion and offered words of encouragement to the children. The tournament, held since 2012 in collaboration with the manga 'March Comes in Like a Lion,' aims to promote the joy of shogi.
FAQ
Are there similar Shogi events in Taiwan?
While Chess and Xiangqi are more popular in Taiwan, there is growing interest in Japanese Shogi due to the popularity of Japanese culture and anime like 'March Comes in Like a Lion'.