Instructors
Vancouver Kyougi Karuta
Date & Time
Extra meet-ups in March!
Next Dates: March 1, 8, 22, 29
1:00pm - 4:40pm
2F Kaede room
Meetup structure:
1:00pm - 2:30pm Mini-matches (Beginners Friendly) with short breaks in between
2:30pm - 4:40pm Regular 100 card matches (Players who know 50+ cards will be able to play)
Fee & Registration
$5 drop-in
Free for NNMCC Members
Have you ever heard of Kyougi Karuta (competitive karuta)? This traditional Japanese card game is a fast-paced 1-on-1 competition that combines speed, memory, and poetry. It’s based on the Hyakunin Isshu, a classic anthology of 100 poems from the 13th century, and has gained popularity through the manga and anime Chihayafuru.
Come try something new, meet fellow players, and have fun! No experience or Japanese proficiency is required; everyone is welcome to join and play. We’ll provide everything you need, including Karuta cards in several versions (standard, hiragana, or romaji), so you can enjoy the game at your own pace. Resources to learn karuta are available on the Vancouver Kyougi Karuta website: vancouverkaruta.com.
