{"product_id":"birchwood-chinese-chess-set","title":"Chinese Chess Set (Xiangqi) | Birchwood Travel Set with Leather Board","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring the timeless strategy of Xiangqi—Chinese Chess—to your home, office, or next journey with this traditional-inspired travel set. Crafted from solid birchwood and paired with a premium roll-up leather board, this set combines natural materials, traditional Chinese design, and practical portability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three sizes, it is designed for players who want a beautiful Chinese Chess set for everyday play, travel, collecting, or gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"traditional-chinese-chess-with-a-meaningful-design\"\u003eTraditional Chinese Chess with a Meaningful Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXiangqi has been played in China for centuries, and its pieces are more than simple game markers. Their traditional characters represent the different roles on the battlefield, with the General at the center of the game and Advisors, Elephants, Horses, Chariots, Cannons, and Soldiers supporting the strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe round form of the pieces and their flat bases also reflect traditional Chinese ideas of balance and harmony, giving the set a distinctive cultural character beyond the game itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"solid-birchwood-pieces-with-gold-characters\"\u003eSolid Birchwood Pieces with Gold Characters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chess piece is made from solid birchwood, showcasing the natural grain and warm texture of the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chinese characters are carved into the pieces and finished with a gold-colored detail, creating a distinctive traditional appearance while making the characters easy to recognize during play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth, rounded pieces feel comfortable in the hand and provide the satisfying tactile experience that makes physical Xiangqi so enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"roll-up-leather-board-for-easy-travel\"\u003eRoll-Up Leather Board for Easy Travel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather board rolls up for convenient storage and transportation, making this Xiangqi set easy to take to a friend's home, office, club, or on a trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you are ready to play, simply unroll the board and set up the pieces. Its compact design makes it a practical choice for players who want a traditional Chinese Chess experience without a bulky wooden board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"what39s-included\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid birchwood Xiangqi chess pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarved Chinese characters with gold-colored detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll-up leather Xiangqi board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish\/Chinese beginner's rulebook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"available-in-3-sizes\"\u003eAvailable in 3 Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003ePiece Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eLeather Board Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40#\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1.5 in (3.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e14.6 × 15.7 in (37 × 40 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTravel, beginners \u0026amp; gifts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50#\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1.9 in (4.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e18.1 × 19.7 in (46 × 50 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome play \u0026amp; everyday use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60#\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2.3 in (5.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e21.7 × 23.6 in (55 × 60 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger display \u0026amp; comfortable play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"which-size-should-you-choose\"\u003eWhich Size Should You Choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40# – Travel Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA compact option for travel, gifting, smaller spaces, and players who value portability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50# – Everyday Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA balanced choice for regular home play, offering a larger playing surface while remaining relatively easy to store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60# – Large Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe largest option in the collection, ideal for players who prefer larger pieces and a more substantial presence on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"a-chinese-chess-set-for-playing-and-gifting\"\u003eA Chinese Chess Set for Playing and Gifting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are learning Xiangqi for the first time, introducing Chinese Chess to family and friends, or looking for a meaningful gift inspired by Chinese culture, this birchwood set combines gameplay with traditional design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts roll-up board makes it easy to store and transport, while the carved wooden pieces give it a distinctive handcrafted character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach set is inspected before shipping to check the pieces, carving, board, and overall finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chess Xiangqi","offers":[{"title":"1.5 in (3.8 cm)","offer_id":50649167003841,"sku":"XQG-20260925-012","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.9 in (4.8 cm)","offer_id":50649167036609,"sku":"XQG-20260925-013","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.3 in (5.8 cm)","offer_id":50649167069377,"sku":"XQG-20260925-014","price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0863\/8903\/1105\/files\/birchwood-chinese-chess-set3.jpg?v=1790339078","url":"https:\/\/www.chessxiangqi.com\/products\/birchwood-chinese-chess-set","provider":"Chess Xiangqi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}