Leonard Brinkmann

Caissa Osaka Chess Plans - Autumn 2026 The next few months are going to be busy at Caissa Osaka! We’re building a simple, consistent chess calendar so that there is always something to look forward to - whether you want to play competitively, casually, or simply spend an evening with other chess players. And there’s an exciting change: most of our upcoming events will take place at our brand-new chess center, Chessaka, in Esaka (Suita City)! 📍 Chessaka — Caissa Japan GK Room 502, Esaka...

On 12 July, 30 players representing nine different federations came together in Kyoto for a full day of exciting FIDE-rated blitz chess. Under clear blue skies and summer sunshine, participants gathered at kokoka Kyoto International Community House, a venue that proved to be every bit as enjoyable as the tournament itself. From its spacious, hotel-like lobby to its welcoming café, kokoka offered the perfect setting for players, parents and visitors to relax between rounds, analyse games and...

What a wonderful day it was in Kashiwara! Sunny skies, but not too hot—just the kind of pleasant weather everyone can appreciate, especially those familiar with the brutal summer heat that arrives in Osaka every year. Our longest-running tournament series was held for the 15th time, once again attracting a great mix of Japanese and international players. They don't mind the 8-minute walk from Ando Station (or the 15-minute walk from Kashiwara Station) because playing chess inside a historic...