noun
Refers to a person who plays shogi, especially as a serious hobbyist or professional.
彼はアマチュアの将棋指しだが、とても強い。
He is an amateur shogi player, but very strong.
祖父は若い頃、将棋指しとして名を馳せた。
My grandfather made a name for himself as a shogi player when he was young.