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Hobby Japan — Japanese publisher active since 1971; focuses on wargames, card games and fantasy/sci‑fi titles.
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Biography
Hobby Japan is a Japanese game publisher listed with 185 titles in our database and active since 1971. The unsere Datenbank note points to the Japanese Wikipedia entry and mentions figures such as former president Mr. Sato. The provided data do not include further founding or personal details.
Career
Since 1971 Hobby Japan has released a wide range of games; category counts show a strong presence in wargames (51 entries) and card games (45), plus fantasy and science fiction themes. Common mechanics in their catalog are Dice Rolling, Hand Management and hexagon/grid movement. The publisher's output ranges from niche strategy and wargames to thematic licensed products, with entries up to 2024 in our list.
Most Famous Games
Top titles in our data include The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth (2024), Daybreak (2023) and Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West (2023). Other listed releases are Cat in the Box: Deluxe Edition (2022), So Clover! (2021) and 7 Wonders: Architects (2021), reflecting releases from 2020–2024.
Design Style
Hobby Japan mixes traditional wargame-style designs with modern card and theme-driven releases. Dice Rolling and Hand Management alongside hex/grid movement mechanics are characteristic of many of their games. The catalog contains both cooperative and competitive titles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hobby Japan from?
The data indicate Hobby Japan is a Japanese publisher; more detailed origin information is not provided.
What is their most famous game?
Our top-listed title is The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth (2024).
What mechanic is their signature?
Frequent mechanics are Dice Rolling, Hand Management and Hexagon/Grid Movement.
How long have they been active?
Hobby Japan has been active since 1971 (data show activity through 2025).
Verdict
Players interested in wargames, Japanese-themed card games or licensed thematic titles will find much to explore in Hobby Japan's catalog.
