Stories of Go

65 episodes. One story every day

From the 900s to 2016. Rivalries, legends, and the defining moments that shaped the history of Go.

Kanren Meets a Phantom Master
Zee Yan Zee Yan

Kanren Meets a Phantom Master

Discover the haunting true story of Kanren, Japan’s legendary Go monk, and his mysterious match against an unseen opponent. A timeless tale of mastery and mystery.

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The Contest of the Golden Pillow
Zee Yan Zee Yan

The Contest of the Golden Pillow

The Go Saint and the Emperor’s Golden Pillow tells the spellbinding story of a monk who bested Japan’s emperor in Go, tricked palace guards, and left a legacy of wisdom and wit.

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