Otake Hideo9-dan

"Beautiful shape is strong."

A player of "Otake aesthetics," whose Go lets you savor even the beauty of shape and flow.

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Notice the beauty of shapes where the stones never get cramped and line up supporting each other.

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Go that values good shape and speed, taking the initiative without strain.

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A 9-dan known for "Otake aesthetics," which value beautiful shape and Go principles. Also called "the god of fast Go," the flowing way he carries a game is his appeal.

Rank: 9-dan
Affiliation: Nihon Ki-in, Tokyo Main Branch
Hometown: Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
Date of birth: 1942-05-12
Turned pro: 1956
Strengths: Fast games, shape, opening

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