Go
Japanese Name:
囲碁
Romaji Name:
igo
Description
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Go is a traditional board game originating from East Asia, especially popular in Japan, China, and Korea. It is played by two players who take turns placing black and white stones on a grid of 19 by 19 lines. The goal is to control the largest area on the board by surrounding territory and capturing the opponent’s stones. Go is known for its deep strategy and simple rules, making it one of the oldest and most complex board games in the world.
History
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Go is an ancient board game that originated in China over 2,500 years ago. It was initially played by nobles and scholars and later spread to Japan and Korea, where it became highly formalized and developed professional systems. In Japan, Go schools and professional rankings emerged during the Edo period (17th–19th centuries). Today, Go is played worldwide, both casually and competitively, and is renowned for its deep strategy and complexity.