GDM Senbazuru Board Game, Rated for Ages 10 and Up

Features of the GDM Senbazuru Board Game
Senbazuru is a two-player board game that combines strategy, simplicity, and deep cultural inspiration. Based on the Japanese legend of the thousand origami cranes, this game invites players to compete to capture their opponent’s origami while striving to fulfill the symbolic wish of reaching one thousand figures. Designed by Anna Lucini and Pau Moré, with illustrations by Alba Aragón, and published by GDM Games, this game offers fast-paced, tactical gameplay, ideal for those who enjoy abstract games with meaning.
A tactical placement game with a Japanese flair
In Senbazuru, each player places tiles featuring origami figures on the table with the goal of capturing their opponent’s tiles through clever positioning. The ultimate goal is to have the most cranes at the end of the game. The game is designed to offer mental challenges in an accessible and dynamic format, without complex rules.

A game for 2 players, perfect for quick and competitive sessions
Approximate playing time: 15 minutes
Recommended age: ages 10 and up

Artistic design and cultural symbolism
Senbazuru stands out not only for its mechanics but also for its carefully crafted visuals and its connection to a Japanese legend that symbolizes good wishes, peace, and hope. Each game is an invitation to reflect, plan, and enjoy the game from a different perspective.

Illustrations by Alba Aragón in a traditional Japanese style
Inspired by the legend of the thousand origami cranes
Ideal as a symbolic gift for events or celebrations

Other specifications

Authors: Anna Lucini and Pau Moré
Publisher: GDM Games
Game type: Abstract, tile-placement
PEGI: 10