
- 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

2015
Rules assistance for ひとひら (Hitohira)
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ひとひら (Hitohira) is a board game released in 2015 for 2–4 players, 20–30 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by 折口 日向 (Hinata Origuchi) and its main mechanics are Set Collection and Push Your Luck.
In ひとひら (Hitohira), players take turns drawing cherry blossoms from a bag, drawing up to three times but possibly being punished in the process. Players can use these blossoms for special abilities, and they can also place them in front of or behind their screen. At the end of the game, a player's score is based on all the blossoms they have.
ひとひら (Hitohira) supports 2–4 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 ひとひら (Hitohira) is 20–30 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 ひとひら (Hitohira) for ages 8 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.
ひとひら (Hitohira) has a complexity rating of 1.3 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.
The main mechanics of ひとひら (Hitohira) are Set Collection and Push Your Luck. Mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns, such as rolling dice, drafting cards or placing workers. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you enjoyed ひとひら (Hitohira) and want something comparable.
The credited designers of ひとひら (Hitohira) 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 ひとひら (Hitohira) 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.