Key Facts
• October 28: Sota Fujii defends Oza title in Yamanashi Prefecture.
• Venue: Tokiwa Hotel, known for hosting historic shogi matches.
• Fujii holds seven titles; Ito aims for his second.
• Both tied 2-2 in the best-of-five Oza series.
• Fujii lost his first title to Ito in June 2024 at the same venue.
• Tokiwa Hotel features “Path of Masters,” showcasing legendary shogi moments.
• Winner claims the Oza title; Fujii risks dropping to six titles.
• Both players express determination to deliver an intense match.
Summary
Sota Fujii, a seven-title shogi champion, faces Takumi Ito in a decisive match on October 28 to defend his Oza title. The match takes place at Tokiwa Hotel in Yamanashi Prefecture, a venue renowned for hosting historic shogi battles. Both players are tied 2-2 in the best-of-five series, making this final game critical. Fujii, who lost his first title to Ito in June 2024 at the same location, aims to retain his Oza title, while Ito seeks to claim his second major title. The outcome will determine whether Fujii maintains his seven-title status or drops to six. Both players have expressed their commitment to delivering a thrilling and competitive match.
