Hana Awase (set 1)

Published in Japan in 1983, Hana Awase is an arcade game by Seta Kikaku that brings the traditional Japanese card game of hanafuda to a tabletop format. Designed for two players, this unique title features gameplay centered around matching cards and strategic point accumulation. Players utilize ten buttons to manage their hands and execute moves in pursuit of victory. The game’s name translates from Japanese as “Flower Matching,” reflecting the core mechanic of pairing cards based on floral designs and other symbolic imagery found within a hanafuda deck. Two players face off, vying to score points through card combinations and clever play—a faithful recreation of this classic pastime in an arcade setting. Hana Awase offers a distinctive experience for those interested in exploring traditional Japanese games, utilizing a Zilog Z80 processor and General Instrument AY8910 sound chip to deliver its presentation.