Masataka Sugimoto and Sota Fujii Shogi Master-Disciple Folding Fan

Limited Edition: Bonds of Master and Disciple
Masataka Sugimoto 8-dan "Zen" & Sota Fujii Ryuo Meijin "Shin"
Calligraphy Printed Folding Fan

This is a valuable folding fan featuring calligraphy by Sota Fujii Ryuo Meijin, who leads the shogi world, and his master, Masataka Sugimoto 8-dan.

"Zen" and "Shin"

The "Zen" (漸) by Master Sugimoto 8-dan, embodies the meaning of "gradually and steadily," while Sota Fujii Ryuo Meijin's "Shin" (進) conveys the feeling of "powerfully forward."

There is an episode where, when Sugimoto 8-dan was promoted to Class B2, he told his disciple, Sota Fujii, who narrowly missed promotion, "I still won't lose to you."
The master is inspired by his disciple and strives to improve himself and grow. Behind the success of Fujii Ryuo Meijin, who has reached the pinnacle of the shogi world, is this warm yet competitive master-disciple relationship, where they mutually encourage each other.

This is a truly heirloom-worthy item that encapsulates the "bonds" of these two.
It is an item that we hope shogi fans, as well as those pursuing their dreams and those who wish to grow together with someone, will keep in their hands.

Although it is printed and not handwritten, it is a heartfelt folding fan that allows you to reflect on the story of the master and disciple every time you see it.

Thank you for viewing.