Samurai Shogi pieces"Hisha"(Rook)

The attacking order is Rook > Bishop >Silver > Knight.

1. A shogi piece called "Hisha".

2.'Hisha' is the 'Rook' in chess.

3.In shogi, the 'hisha' is the most pivotal piece for launching attacks.

4.Considered the most valuable piece aside from the king, it is susceptible to attacks from opponents. Once captured by the opponent, it becomes a significant threat.

5.It is made of 925 silver.

A piece representing the shogi rook as a Japanese wind god. A strong wind blows from the bag on his shoulder. There is no human capable of freely traversing the battlefield in every direction like this. It is a feat achievable only by the gods. Furthermore, in battles, the 'moves of the gods' (luck) often become the key factor determining victory or defeat. In the world of Samurai Shogi pieces, there are only two pieces that do not exist in reality: the 'Hisha' (Rook) and the 'Kakugyou' (Bishop).

*Please note that the flags representing 'Narikin (promoted)' are sold separately. 

[MEASUREMENTS] W:7/8" × D:1 1/8" × H:1 3/4"

[weight] 1.98 oz