Game Description

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of feudal Japan with Tokaido, a captivating board game that invites you to embark on a zen journey along the legendary "East Sea Road". In this masterpiece of design and atmosphere, each player assumes the role of a traveler, whose objective is to become the most "initiated" by discovering the most varied and significant experiences along the way. Prepare to meet fascinating people, savor culinary delicacies, collect rare objects, admire breathtaking landscapes, and visit ancient temples and wild places. An unforgettable experience awaits you, where true wealth is not gold, but the richness of your path. Ideal for 1-5 players, with a duration of approximately 45 minutes, Tokaido was published in 2012 by Funforge.

The heart of Tokaido's gameplay lies in its innovative movement system on a linear path. Players advance along this road, stopping at specific action spaces to perform various activities. The unique aspect is in the turn order: it is always the traveler furthest behind on the path who moves, offering a unique travel strategy. You will need to carefully balance your decisions: advance slowly to maximize the number of turns and available actions, or accelerate to reach the most desired action spaces before others. This simple yet profound mechanic ensures continuous tactical choices and subtle interactions among players.

Each stop along the East Sea Road offers different opportunities to accumulate victory points. You can collect money to then spend it on advantageous purchases, or dedicate yourself to various object collections that reward the completion of specific sets. Some places will reward you simply for your visit, while others will offer random actions, adding an element of surprise. The variety of actions, though simple to learn, ensures that each game is a unique adventure, where discovery and exploration are at the heart of the experience.

With its evocative graphics and minimalist design, Tokaido creates an atmosphere of relaxation and contemplation. The extremely intuitive rules combine perfectly with the game's aesthetic to offer a serene and gratifying board game experience, a true balm for the mind. If you are looking for a game that combines light strategy, visual beauty, and an engaging theme, Tokaido is the perfect choice for your collection.