
- BGG rank
- BGG #6,801
- BGG rating
- 6.3
The Legend of the Cherry Tree that Blossoms Every Ten Years
- 2–4 players
- 20 min
- Complexity 1.5/5
- 2018

2014
Rules assistance for Colors of Kasane
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
For 3 players

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Colors of Kasane is a board game released in 2014 for 3–4 players, 25 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by 折口 日向 (Hinata Origuchi) and its main mechanics are Hand Management, Set Collection, and Pattern Building.
In Colors of Kasane, 3 to 4 players try to place colored cards next to one another to make the most beautiful kimono possible. Players aren't free to rearrange their cards in hand how they like, though, and must use them as they come. After twelve rounds, players calculate their final scores to see who wins. Every 5 years there is an exceptional competition during which all the young girls of the Empire compete in elegance. After triumphing in numerous events in the different provinces, the finalists are today at the Emperor's court, for the last stage of the competition. In order to win the competition and shine in the eyes of their sovereign, girls will have to make subtle overlays of fabrics and adorn themselves with the most sumptuous kimonos. In Kimono, 2 to 4 players will try to recover the fabrics that they wish to use for their kimono. There are as many rounds as there are players. In each round the players will collect Tissue and Accessory Cards one by one. They will be able to use the cloth cards to realize combinations granting points counting for the final note.
Colors of Kasane supports 3–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Colors of Kasane is 25 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Colors of Kasane for ages 10 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Colors of Kasane has a complexity rating of 1.7 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Colors of Kasane belongs to these categories: Card Game. Its main mechanics are Hand Management, Set Collection, and Pattern Building. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Colors of Kasane are: 折口 日向 (Hinata Origuchi). These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Colors of Kasane as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.