Discover Haniwa, the ancestral funerary sculptures of Japan! During the Kofun period, powerful gōzoku clan leaders hold a grand festival where sculptors compete for glory. In Haniwa, you take on the role of a master sculptor, offering your finest haniwa statues to earn the clan chiefs’ favor. The challenge? Place your tiles wisely to score the highest points in each column. But that’s not all, reaching exactly 8 points on certain rows unlocks the strange and powerful dogū statues… With multiple game modes, including a solo variant, Haniwa delivers fast, tactical, and engaging matches for 1 to 4 players in 10 to 20 minutes. A mix of historical inspiration and sharp strategy, perfect for both casual players and puzzle enthusiasts alike. 🔑 Key Features 🎭 Unique setting: inspired by Japan’s ancient statues and traditions. 🧩 Smart mechanics: tile placement with a clever scoring system. 👥 1 to 4 players: from a solo challenge to a four-player table. ⚡ Fast-paced yet deep: 10 to 20 minutes packed with tactical decisions. 🎨 Artistic design: elegant and immersive illustrations. 👶 From age 8: simple rules, real depth. Designer : Akira Yasunaga (Be-Lumber) Artist : OBOtto, Yukashi Rules — read the full Haniwa rules online: components, setup, how to play and end of the game.
