In Tokaido, you are a traveler in ancient Japan. You will follow the prestigious Tokaido — a road between Kyoto and Edo (Tokyo) — as you try to have a rich and fulfilling experience. Pass through magnificent countryside, taste delicious culinary specialties, purchase souvenirs, benefit from the virtues of hot springs, and have unforgettable encounters on your journey. Tokaido features a time-track mechanism in which the active player is the person who is furthest behind on the path. When you are the active player, you can move your character as far forward as you'd like (with required stops at Inns), gaining different types of set-collection benefits at each unique location.

Gameplay Overview

Tokaido is one of the most beloved gateway games in the hobby — elegant, gorgeous, and endlessly calming to play. The clever time-track mechanism means you're never waiting long for your turn: whoever is furthest back on the road moves next, and you get to choose exactly how far forward to go and which stops to visit. Collect panoramas, discover hot springs, taste regional food, meet travelers, and donate at the temple — each path to victory is different, and each character comes with their own starting perks. The Stonemaier Games edition adds a solo Automa mode, upgraded components, helpful reference cards for each player, and text on cards to eliminate rulebook lookups. A perfect introduction to modern board gaming for the whole family.