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Shogi Kiou-sen Game 4 Begins: Fujii Souta 6-Crown Faces 'Kadoban' If He Loses
Fujii 6-Crown Faces 'Kadoban' in Kiou-sen
The 4th game of the Shogi Kiou-sen match, featuring Fujii Souta 6-Crown(23) and challenger Masuda Yasuhiro 8-Dan(28), has commenced in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. Following the Osho-sen, Fujii 6-Crown is once again in a 'Kadoban' situation in the Kiou-sen; a loss in this game would result in him losing a title and being reduced to 5-Crown. So far, Fujii 6-Crown holds a record of 1 win and 2 losses in the series.
Masuda 8-Dan Aims for First Title
This crucial game is part of the Kiou-sen five-game match, where the first player to secure three wins claims the title. Masuda 8-Dan started with the first move at 9 AM and is aiming to win his first title. During the pre-match event, Fujii 6-Crown stated, 'It's a tough situation, but I want to focus so I can deliver an exciting match.' Masuda 8-Dan expressed his determination, saying, 'I will do my best. Thank you for your support.'
Outcome Expected This Evening
Both players have four hours of thinking time each, and the outcome is expected to be decided this evening. All eyes are on whether Fujii 6-Crown will lose and fall to 5-Crown, or if he will win and force a decisive fifth game.
*Source: YouTube: ANNnewsCH (2026-03-15)*
