Tanbo (ML)
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Tanbo takes you to the rice fields of Niigata, Japan, where farming and nature coexist through careful balance. In this abstract game for two players, you move snakes, rice and farmers across interconnected paddies to trigger powerful actions. While inspired by traditional Mancala, Tanbo evolves the concept into a modern system featuring programmed movement, area control and resource management. Every move reshapes the board, forcing players to adapt and anticipate their opponent’s strategy. The result is a clean, fast-paced and highly tactical experience.
You will enjoy Tanbo if you are looking for a sharp two-player game that rewards planning, foresight and positional play. It is ideal for players who appreciate minimal rules with maximum depth and who enjoy intense thinking games in a short playtime.
Tanbo won the Rakuichi Fresh Dragon Award in 2023, recognizing its innovative mechanics and elegant design. Seasonal setup variants further enhance replayability by offering different strategic challenges.
Designed by Ikumo Tasaka and illustrated by Wanjin Gill, Tanbo blends modern abstract gameplay with a strong Japanese agricultural theme.
BOX CONTENTS
62 tokens
20 Snake tokens
2 Farmer tokens
10 Dike tokens
30 Rice tokens (15 white, 10 black, 5 red)
1 cloth bag
Number of players: 2
Play time: 5 to 20 minutes
Age: 8+
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