Shimada, Kai

島田開

Kai Shimada is a professional shogi player holding the rank of 8-dan. Upon their first meeting, Kiriyama observed that Shimada possessed no significant strengths or weaknesses in shogi.
Shimada has a frail, thin build, drowsy olive-green eyes, and short brown hair.
Born in rural Yamagata, he enjoys strong support from his hometown residents, who hope he will win the Meijin title.