Shogi enjoying popularity among children as educational tool

Shogi enjoying popularity among children as educational tool

TOKYO, Japan - Elementary school students participate in a tournament being held June 14 along with the JT Shogi Japan Series at Toki Messe in Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture.

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