About us
Join us, in the only Chess Club in the most traditional city in Japan for a night of fun and interactions!
Heads up, we have just started... You may just be taking part in what could become a foundation of the chess culture in Kyoto!
Saturday/18:00-22:00/1000JPY for Entry
@RAIMUNDA
Contact below for details--v
kyochessthrough@gmail.com or on our Instagram: KYOCHESS
*Due to the location, players U18 are unable to attend KNIGHT OUT!
Wait for the upcoming events, or contact Kyoto University Chess Circle, which can accommodate!
Upcoming events
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- ¥500.00
DAYCHESS
Cafe Lex & Co, 京都府京都市下京区松原通新町東入中野之町164, Kyoto, JP## ☀️ KYOCHESS DAYCHESS — October 17
A relaxed afternoon of chess in Kyoto. ♟️☕️
Whether you want to play a few casual games, meet new people, practice something you’ve been working on, or just spend an afternoon around a chessboard — you’re welcome to join us.
📅 Saturday, October 17
🕐 13:00–17:00
📍 Lex & Co, Kyoto
🎟️ ¥500
DAYCHESS is our more laid-back daytime session — slower pace, easy conversation, and plenty of time to actually sit down and enjoy a game.
Come alone, bring a friend, or bring someone who’s curious about chess.
Beginners and first-time participants are very welcome.
♟️ Play at your own pace
☕ Grab a drink
💬 Meet people
👥 Bring your friends
🌿 Stay for one game or spend the afternoon with us
No rating needed. No pressure. Just chess and good company.
See you on October 17! ☀️♟️📩 Questions or joining for the first time?
Send us a message anytime.
Instagram: @kyochess
Email: Kyochessthrough@gmail.com
Website: kyochess.org1 attendee - ¥500.00
KYOCHESS KNIGHT OUT! - Chess Club in Kyoto
RAIMUNDA, 京都府京都市中京区備前島町３０７ ＰＬＥＸＵＳ 5F, Kyoto, JP# ♟️🍸 KYOCHESS KNIGHT OUT! — Powered by ChessBar
Chess, drinks, and good company in the heart of Kyoto!
KNIGHT OUT! is back at RAIMUNDA, now featuring ChessBar tournaments!
Whether you're a beginner, a casual player, or an experienced competitor, join us for an evening of chess, friendly competition, and new connections.
Come alone or bring your friends. You don't need a rating or tournament experience to take part!### 📅 Event Details
Dates: November 21 & 28 (Saturday)
Venue: RAIMUNDA — Kyoto Kawaramachi
Address: 307 Bizenjimacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto (PLEXUS 5F)
Age requirement: 20+
### 🕕 Schedule
- 18:00 — Doors open, check-in and registration
- 18:30 — ChessBar tournament begins
- Around 21:00 — Expected tournament finish
### 📱 How to Join
We're using the ChessBar app to organize the tournament, including pairings and results.
- Download and install the ChessBar app.
- Create an account and register for the KNIGHT OUT! event in the app.
- Arrive from 18:00 for check-in, ready for the 18:30 start!
Download ChessBar:
https://www.chess-bar.com/
Please make sure you have the app installed and have registered for the event before arriving.### 💰 Admission & Venue Policy
ChessBar tournament participation is FREE.
RAIMUNDA charges a separate ¥500 seat fee under its own bar policy. This is not a KYOCHESS participation fee.
The venue also requires guests to order at least one drink.### 👀 Just Want to Watch?
Spectators are welcome!
You can come along, watch the games, meet the players, and enjoy the atmosphere without joining the tournament or registering through the app.
The venue's ¥500 seat charge and drink policy still apply.### ♟️ See You at KNIGHT OUT!
Play some chess. Meet someone new. Enjoy the night.
*Chessin' Kyoto.1 attendee - ¥500.00
DAYCHESS
Cafe Lex & Co, 京都府京都市下京区松原通新町東入中野之町164, Kyoto, JP## ☀️ KYOCHESS DAYCHESS — October 17
A relaxed afternoon of chess in Kyoto. ♟️☕️
Whether you want to play a few casual games, meet new people, practice something you’ve been working on, or just spend an afternoon around a chessboard — you’re welcome to join us.
📅 Saturday, October 17
🕐 13:00–17:00
📍 Lex & Co, Kyoto
🎟️ ¥500
DAYCHESS is our more laid-back daytime session — slower pace, easy conversation, and plenty of time to actually sit down and enjoy a game.
Come alone, bring a friend, or bring someone who’s curious about chess.
Beginners and first-time participants are very welcome.
♟️ Play at your own pace
☕ Grab a drink
💬 Meet people
👥 Bring your friends
🌿 Stay for one game or spend the afternoon with us
No rating needed. No pressure. Just chess and good company.
See you on October 17! ☀️♟️📩 Questions or joining for the first time?
Send us a message anytime.
Instagram: @kyochess
Email: Kyochessthrough@gmail.com
Website: kyochess.org1 attendee - ¥500.00
KYOCHESS KNIGHT OUT! - Chess Club in Kyoto
RAIMUNDA, 京都府京都市中京区備前島町３０７ ＰＬＥＸＵＳ 5F, Kyoto, JP# ♟️🍸 KYOCHESS KNIGHT OUT! — Powered by ChessBar
Chess, drinks, and good company in the heart of Kyoto!
KNIGHT OUT! is back at RAIMUNDA, now featuring ChessBar tournaments!
Whether you're a beginner, a casual player, or an experienced competitor, join us for an evening of chess, friendly competition, and new connections.
Come alone or bring your friends. You don't need a rating or tournament experience to take part!### 📅 Event Details
Dates: November 21 & 28 (Saturday)
Venue: RAIMUNDA — Kyoto Kawaramachi
Address: 307 Bizenjimacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto (PLEXUS 5F)
Age requirement: 20+
### 🕕 Schedule
- 18:00 — Doors open, check-in and registration
- 18:30 — ChessBar tournament begins
- Around 21:00 — Expected tournament finish
### 📱 How to Join
We're using the ChessBar app to organize the tournament, including pairings and results.
- Download and install the ChessBar app.
- Create an account and register for the KNIGHT OUT! event in the app.
- Arrive from 18:00 for check-in, ready for the 18:30 start!
Download ChessBar:
https://www.chess-bar.com/
Please make sure you have the app installed and have registered for the event before arriving.### 💰 Admission & Venue Policy
ChessBar tournament participation is FREE.
RAIMUNDA charges a separate ¥500 seat fee under its own bar policy. This is not a KYOCHESS participation fee.
The venue also requires guests to order at least one drink.### 👀 Just Want to Watch?
Spectators are welcome!
You can come along, watch the games, meet the players, and enjoy the atmosphere without joining the tournament or registering through the app.
The venue's ¥500 seat charge and drink policy still apply.### ♟️ See You at KNIGHT OUT!
Play some chess. Meet someone new. Enjoy the night.
*Chessin' Kyoto.1 attendee
Past events
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