Hanabi

Hanabi – Making the most beautiful fireworks together

Hanabi is an award-winning card game (Spiel des Jahres winner) that completely changes the way we think about board and card games. Instead of competing against each other, you join forces as a team to create a series of magnificent fireworks displays. But there's a special challenge: you only see the other players' cards, not your own hand.

What is Hanabi?

Hanabi is Japanese for "fireworks." The goal of the game is to build five stacks of cards in different colors, each numbering from 1 to 5. The game ends when the fireworks are complete, the error tokens are gone, or the draw pile is empty.

How does the game work?

Game setup:

• There are five colors of cards (plus additional colors in expansions).

• Each suit contains the numbers 1 through 5, with more copies of low numbers.

• Players hold their cards face down, so that they are visible only to the others.

Gameplay:
During your turn you can:

1. Give a hint about color or number to another player (costs a hint token).

2. Discard a card to earn back a hint token.

3. Playing a card in a fireworks pile, in the correct order.

The challenge lies in cleverly managing hints and remembering information.

Is Hanabi easy to learn?

Yes, the rules are quick to explain, but winning requires concentration, communication and memory.

How long does a game last?

A game of Hanabi takes about 25 to 35 minutes. This makes it ideal for a short game night or multiple rounds in a row.

Why choose Hanabi?

• Unique concept: You don't see your own cards.

• Collaboration: Everyone wins or loses together.

• Compact size: Easy to take with you when traveling.

• Lots of replayability: Every session feels different.

Comparison with other games

If you like Hanabi, you might also like these games:

• The Crew – Cooperative shooting game with missions.

• Codenames Duet – Guess words together under time pressure.

• So Clover! – Cooperative word game with associations.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hanabi

How many players can play Hanabi?
From 2 to 5 players (with the expansions up to 6).

Is there a Dutch version?
Yes, Hanabi is available entirely in Dutch.

Is Hanabi suitable for children?
Yes, from about age 8, provided they can remember hints.

What if Hanabi is sold out?
Complete the notification form on the product page and you will be notified as soon as it is back in stock.

Strategic tips for Hanabi

• Give clear hints: work with an agreed hint style.

• Remember previous hints: the key to success is memory.

• Manage hint cards carefully: Without hints the game becomes risky.

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Hanabi is a masterpiece for fans of collaboration and clever communication. It's compact, accessible, and yet profound. Every round is exciting, and the satisfaction of a perfect display is immense.