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Traditional Craft Board Games

This Exclusive Japanese Version of Monopoly Honors the Arts

— January 16, 2016 — Life-Stages
The latest Japanese take on the popular children's board game Monopoly creatively honors the traditional craft and arts scene as promoted by brand Nakagawa Masahichi Shoten. The game board celebrates the art world and culture with surrealist designs and pieces that add color to the game in a way that hasn't been seen before.

The Monopoly set is dubbed the 'Traditional Japanese Arts & Crafts Edition' and features an exclusive design that is only shared in 5,000 exclusive copies. The aesthetic of the board is inspired by cultural arts and customs hailing from Japan that has a distinct whimsical theme with the properties featuring niche businesses such as a Daruma doll store, Hato-guruma folk art instead of railroads and cards inspired by Marco Polo's travels to the region.
Trend Themes
1. Traditional Craft Board Games - The trend of traditional craft board games is disrupting the gaming industry by incorporating cultural art and customs, creating a unique and immersive gaming experience.
2. Exclusive Limited Edition Games - The trend of exclusive limited edition games offers an opportunity for businesses to create scarcity and appeal to collectors, driving up demand and sales.
3. Cultural Immersion in Gaming - The trend of cultural immersion in gaming opens up opportunities for businesses to create unique and authentic gaming experiences by incorporating specific cultural elements.
Industry Implications
1. Board Game Industry - The board game industry can capitalize on the trend of traditional craft board games to create innovative and culturally rich game designs that attract new customers.
2. Arts and Crafts Industry - The arts and crafts industry can explore partnerships with board game manufacturers to integrate traditional craft elements into their games, creating a new market for their products.
3. Collectibles Industry - The collectibles industry can take advantage of the trend of exclusive limited edition games by collaborating with game developers to create unique collectible game sets, appealing to avid collectors.
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