# 四国市町村ダービー (Shikoku Derby) ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2026 - **BGG Rating**: — - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-6 - **Duration**: 30 min - **Weight**: — - **Designers**: Shota Hasuike - **Publishers**: Lotus boardgames - **Categories**: Card Game, Educational, Party Game, Trivia - **Mechanics**: Bids As Wagers ## Verdict For whom: trivia lovers and fans of light games with strategic sprinkles. Standout: unique theme and snappy pace!Fresh educational themeQuick to learn/playGreat player interactionReplayability depends on groupNiche without geography interestFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Shikoku Derby is a card and bidding game where you play as an expert on municipalities in Japan's Shikoku region. The goal is simple: predict how different towns will rank in six categories like population, area, density, and even agricultural output. Each round is a new race, and you'll wager points to guess the rankings. After six races, the player with the most points wins! It's perfect for trivia fans who enjoy a dash of strategy, and the local theme adds unique charm. Plays 2-6 people in about 30 minutes—enough time to become a Shikoku geography expert (or at least have fun trying). ## FAQ ### How many players? 2-6 players—great for small to medium groups. ### Playtime? About 30 minutes—quick enough for multiple rounds. ### Need Japan knowledge? Nope! Cards include all needed info to play. ### Is it complex? Very accessible—simple rules, perfect for beginners or as a warm-up. ### Worth it if I dislike trivia? If you enjoy bidding mechanics, yes! The trivia is just the skin, not the core.