| The Ricoh Cup finals was scheduled according to the first game of the Kisei Title Match that was also held in Taipei. Among those visiting Taiwan for the finals included were Kisei Mr. Rissei O, Honinbo Mr. Enmei O and 9-dan Mr. Kagen Yo. Mr. Enmei O and Mr. Kagen Yo were appointed as the commentators. These three men as well as Mr. Kaiho Rin are natives of Taiwan and leading pro players in the Japanese Go world. Since the great members gathered in their mother country, this event drew special attention of the local media. The Ricoh Cup party arrived in Taiwan on January 12. As the first game of the Kisei Title Match started on that day, a large number of Go fans and press people watched the serious game for the title displayed on the monitor in the hall where a large board was installed for the Ricoh Cup finals. |
