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Pinwheel (Kazaguruma) opening
Bathus (1082) 2020-09-20 05:53
Hello,

 does anybody know where can I find joseki for this opening? Is there any? Thank you very much.
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5: akabee (1834) 2020-10-01 23:31
>>4  Bathus

As you understand, the Pinwheel is not suitable for a beginner, but if you want to learn it, I recommend learning the old Central Rook (such as the Silver Horns Central Rook) and Right King, 
Because the way some of pieces move is similar to Pinwheel.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_Rook
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silver_Horns_Central_Rook
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Right_King

In addition, it is also a good idea to learn about the old Ranging Rook(Normal Ranging Rook) because you can find many information of its joseki and it shows a common method of defense.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fourth_File_Rook
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_File_Rook

As I mentioned earlier, Pinwheel are not suitable for beginners because there is no set way to move the pieces and it's just a way of thinking. Probably, I think there is no definition of how to move.
4: Bathus (1082) 2020-10-01 17:47 (Edited at 2020-10-01 17:48)
>>3  akabee

Yes, I would like to use it as my main playing strategy. Although, I understand it may not be suitable for beginners.
3: akabee (1834) 2020-09-30 23:10
>>2  Bathus

It's difficult question, because Pinwheel is extremely defensive strategy. 
It moves with the opponent's attacking position, so there is no set movement to follow.
Does that mean you want to play using that strategy?
2: Bathus (1082) 2020-09-22 08:07
>>1  kumada_

I did, but i wonder if there is more of it somewhere. Maybe with explanation of moves.
1: kumada_ (2023) 2020-09-22 04:14
Hello, did you read wikipedia?
You can read it in English.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinwheel_(shogi)

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