Hanami is a tile-laying strategy game inspired by the Japanese tradition of gathering beneath blooming cherry blossoms. Players compete for the best picnic spots while enjoying beautiful artwork inspired by springtime in Japan.

Both editions include the complete Hanami game. The Deluxe Edition upgrades the experience with premium components, including a larger game board, wooden player tiles and victory tokens, thicker player screens, and a custom box organizer.

Yes. Hanami is a reimagining of Reiner Knizia’s classic game Samurai. It preserves the foundation that made Samurai a favorite while introducing a new theme, new artwork, and additional ways to play.

Hanami is designed for 2–4 players and typically takes around 45 minutes to play.

Hanami is recommended for ages 10 and up. Its approachable rules make it a good introduction to strategy games while still offering plenty of depth for experienced players.