Shogi, or Japanese chess, is played by millions of people in Japan. Television regularly broadcasts live Shogi matches, and all major newspapers report on the professional tournaments. More and more people in the West are discovering this fascinating strategy game. Chess professionals such as Hikaru Nakamura, Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, Anish Giri, Joël Lautier, Almira Skripchenko, Nigel Short, Peter Heine Nielsen, and the German grandmaster Gerald Hertneck play Shogi. While the similarities between Western chess and Shogi are unmistakable, there is one rule that gives Shogi a unique dynamic and excitement: captured pieces are not removed from the game but can be reintroduced. This makes draws almost impossible. The outcome often comes down to thrilling endgames, until the opposing king is ultimately checkmated. This book introduces you to the fascinating game, covering the rules and special movement options.