Bossa THE ART Editions are upgraded and newly released as the “II” series!

A simple yet elegant game of tactics with a little luck, for 2. Imbued with Japanese craftsmanship.
Based on the THE ART Series (3 Editions) crafted by Japanese artisans, each piece handmade, this upcoming release includes new beautiful dice, redesigned Modifier Chips, and a Furoshiki Playmat!
– THE ART edition “Yuki-II (雪-II)”
– THE ART edition “Mizu-II (水-II)”
– THE ART edition “Hana-II (花-II)”

Coming soon to the official online store and board game events!

Printed English instructions included; French, German, and Italian instructions provided online. → here

Players: 2
Time: 5-10 min.
Ages: 6+
Bossa
The Art Edition II Series
ボードゲーム|日本製|Made in Japan
【内容物】ドットタイル:27枚、アクションマーカー:6枚、変換チップ:2枚、ダイス:2個(白目×1個、黒目×1個)、説明書(日本語/英語)、シリアル番号証 Tile-based game | Made in Japan
[Contents] Dot tiles: 27 (27 types x 1), Action markers: 6 (3 types x 2), Modifier chips: 2(1 type x2), Dice: 2, Instruction sheet (JP, EN), Serial number certificate
33,000 JPY (Official Online Store Price)

Physical
| Sansui Niseko |

*Currently available for pre-sale at “Sansui Niseko” in Hirafu, Kutchan Town, Hokkaido
*Worldwide shipping is available only through the Official Online Store.
*No sales at physical stores outside of Japan.

Overview Video

Bossa THE ART “II” series – Key Features

The 3 Editions

Design inspired by snowy landscapes in Hokkaido
Bossa THE ART edition “Yuki-II”

 

・Artistic 9-layer white-based tiles: Handcrafted by a single Japanese artisan
・Frosted dice with a snow-like appearance [NEW]
・Action markers with silver foil stamping on cobalt blue dyed paper
・Double-sided foil-stamped Modifier chips [RENEW]
・Special octagonal box sparkling like snow: Handcrafted by Japanese artisans
・Includes serial number certificate
・Includes Bossa-exclusive Furoshiki Playmat (also functions as a furoshiki wrapping cloth) [NEW]


Design inspired by clear water
Bossa THE ART edition “Mizu-II”

・Artistic 9-layer blue-based tiles: Handcrafted by a single Japanese artisan
・Translucent blue dice [NEW]
・Action markers with silver foil stamping on royal blue dyed paper
・Double-sided foil-stamped Modifier chips [RENEW]
・Japanese-style black octagonal special box: Handcrafted by Japanese artisans
・Includes serial number certificate
・Includes Bossa-exclusive Furoshiki Playmat (also functions as a furoshiki wrapping cloth) [NEW]


Design inspired by flower gardens in Hokkaido
Bossa THE ART edition “Hana-II”

・Artistic 9-layer red-based tiles: Handcrafted by a single Japanese artisan
・Translucent pink dice [NEW]
・Action markers with silver foil stamping on rouge dyed paper
・Double-sided foil-stamped Modifier chips [RENEW]
・Japanese-style black octagonal special box: Handcrafted by Japanese artisans
・Includes serial number certificate
・Includes Bossa-exclusive Furoshiki Playmat (also functions as a furoshiki wrapping cloth) [NEW]


Handcraft of Bossa – at the artisan’s workshop

How to Play Bossa

Bossa Gameplay with Furoshiki Playmat – Short Version

Bossa has two sets of rules: the “Regular Rules” and the “Novice Rules” for beginners.

Game Rules → here

Tutorial Video → Coming Soon!

Photo Gallery

Coming Soon!

Creative Team

 

Game design: Banana Moon Studio Sapporo
Team leader / Creative director: MAEDA Hiroshi
Planner / Production manager: MAEDA Kumiko
Planner / Graphic designer: YOSHIDA Kinuka, ISHIJIMA Haruna
Researcher: SUGIOKA Rino
Translator: Darcy LEWIS
Game development adviser: SAITO Tomoyuki (RareSightGames)
Production adviser: TADOKORO Masayuki (Shichisei Sangyo)

 

Bossa Stories

Written by Bossa Creative team

→ Episode 17: Commentary on the game with Expansion Rules!
→ Episode 16: An amazing paper craft artisan: his delicate and artistic handiwork
→ Episode 15: Why play again and again and never get bored? (2023 revised)
→ Episode 14: Try Bossa online for yourself!
→ Episode 13: Going out with Bossa: the advantages of STANDARD edition (2023 revised)
→ Episode 12: The new CLASSIC series: Natural look and feel for everyday use
→ Episode 11: New Components Coming in 2023!
→ Episode 10: THE ART editions in depth: Enrich your play experience with its beauty
→ Episode 9: About the Snowy Sparkly Box
→ Episode 8: Hokkaido’s “snowy landscape” as a design concept
→ Episode 7: Play over and over again, never get bored!
→ Episode 6: Going out with Bossa: the advantages of STANDARD edition
→ Episode 5: CLASSIC edition in depth: Natural look and feel for everyday use
→ Episode 4: THE ART edition tiles durability
→ Episode 3: Bossa THE ART edition, boxes are also THE ART!
→ Episode 2: THE ART edition “mizu” and “hana” have a different feel!
→ Episode 1: About Mr. Tadokoro, an amazing paper craft artisan

Bossa
The Art Edition II Series
ボードゲーム|日本製|Made in Japan
【内容物】ドットタイル:27枚、アクションマーカー:6枚、変換チップ:2枚、ダイス:2個(白目×1個、黒目×1個)、説明書(日本語/英語)、シリアル番号証 Tile-based game | Made in Japan
[Contents] Dot tiles: 27 (27 types x 1), Action markers: 6 (3 types x 2), Modifier chips: 2(1 type x2), Dice: 2, Instruction sheet (JP, EN), Serial number certificate
33,000 JPY (Official Online Store Price)

Physical
| Sansui Niseko |

*Currently available for pre-sale at “Sansui Niseko” in Hirafu, Kutchan Town, Hokkaido
*Worldwide shipping is available only through the Official Online Store.
*No sales at physical stores outside of Japan.

Bossa
The Art Edition II Series
33,000 JPY (Official Online Store Price)