KYOCHESS Spotlight
International Master Jakob Pfreundt Simultaneous Exhibition
KYOCHESS hosted a simul in a Kyoto temple, bringing IM Jakob Pfreundt together with local and international players.
In a no-clock format, he played multiple boards simultaneously, moving from game to game while participants engaged directly with high-level play.
Through this event, we together created a space where players experience competitive chess in a unique cultural setting, in our beloved city.
Chess in
Traditional Kyoto
Held inside a Kyoto temple, the simul revealed how naturally chess can exist within traditional spaces—opening new possibilities for how and where the game can be experienced.
Community &
Growth
With each conversation, the circle of players continues to expand. New faces and returning players are shaping a growing, more connected chess community in Kyoto.
Global Connections
Players from different parts of the world shared the same space, forming connections that carry forward into future games and gatherings.
Competition &
Learning
Facing an International Master brought moments of challenge and discovery, leaving players with new ideas and a deeper motivation to improve.
Special thank you to IM Jakob Pfreundt for being part of this simul in Kyoto.
Facing him across the board gave our players a rare chance to experience high-level decision-making up close, and the focus and intensity he brought to each game made the event especially meaningful for everyone involved.