April 18-19, 2026

THE US SHOGI CHAMPIONSHIP 2026

NEW YORK CITY

What to Expect

The New York Shogi Club is excited to invite you to the 2026 US Shogi Championship, which will take place in the heart of New York City on the weekend of April 18–19. Whether you’re a seasoned player, a curious chess enthusiast, or completely new to shogi, this weekend promises great games, welcoming community vibes, and plenty of opportunities to learn, compete, and connect with players from across the country. Join us for an unforgettable weekend of strategy, culture, and fun in one of the world’s most vibrant cities—we’d love to see you there!

Dates

April 17 - Optional meet-up for casual games (location TBD)

April 18 & 19 - Main Tournament at Moonzescope

April 19 - Kid’s Tournament

Venue address

Moonzescope SOHO

137 Grand Street, 3rd floor

New York, NY 10013

Registration

Fees:

General - $180

Students - $120

Main Tournament (Under 18) - $60

Kid’s Tournament (Sunday Only) - $20

Optional lunch - $30 per day

Optional Saturday group dinner - $80

Saturday dinner - TBD

Eligibility

Players must:

  • have been residing in the US for 1 year or more as of April, 2026 or have permanent US residence.

  • or hold a permanent visa, citizenship, or equivalent status allowing them to reside in the US.

  • or be granted special eligibility by tournament organizers (e.g. for former participants who no longer reside in the US).

Day 0, Friday

Pre-Tournament Practice

Check in early and play casual games against other players and pros!


Check-In

5PM


Location

Tribeca Whole Foods 2nd Floor

270 Greenwich St, New York 10007


Directions

TBD


Day 1, Saturday

Preliminary Rounds


Check-In

8:15 - 8:45 AM


Preliminaries

9 AM


Lunch Break

12 PM


Swiss Tournament

1 PM


Optional dinner - TBD

7 PM


Day 2, Sunday

Finals + Kid’s Tournament


Swiss Tournament + Kid's Tournament

9 AM


Lunch Break

12 PM


Semi-finals

1 PM


Finals

2 PM


Award Ceremony

5 PM


Register (Deadline April 11)