Heian shogi; Heian-period shogi
A historical board game considered a precursor to modern shogi, played during the Heian period. The term is primarily used in historical or game-history contexts.
See also: 将棋 (しょうぎ)
Heian shogi is considered the prototype of modern shogi.
Pieces from Heian shogi were on display at the museum.
Modern shogi, the popular Japanese chess variant. 平安将棋 is its historical predecessor with different rules and pieces.
Compound of 平安 (Heian, the historical period) and 将棋 (shogi, Japanese chess). The name directly refers to the shogi variant played during the Heian period.