Tokaido - How To Play

[@winoko.21]

I stumbled upon this video a long time ago and I'm intrigued by this board game. 3 years ago, I finally bought Tokaido and I watched this video again to teach my friends. I now collect board games, this is my origin story. Thank you Rodney.

[@WatchItPlayed]

A great origin story, so glad you're enjoying the hobby Winoko :)

[@nearislespringdike3084]

You are a very skilled tutorial master.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very kind of you to say, thanks Isaac!

[@ClaudioCavalensi]

I need to stop watching your videos or I'll be in bankrupt really soon! You're too good at explaining and after watching your videos I just want to own the games! Congratulations!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Well, make sure the game seems like a good fit for you first :) Very nice to know you enjoy the videos though!

[@ClaudioCavalensi]

Yep, definitely your way of explaining and engaging people with your enthusiasm is unique! I've bought Tokaido in the end and it's very nice! Simple and fast to play with casual gamers! My gf approves too! :)

[@horrorbookmark1974]

Your animated intro for Tokaido is really good - probably the best intro yet.

[@TheRojo387]

Tokaido (東海道) means "east highway" in Japanese.

[@michaelemerson570]

@@TheRojo387 Actually it's more like 'Eastern sea route'

[@Sannosama]

Right?! I was fast forwarding to get right into it, but found myself rewinding to watch the animated intro~

[@auroreinara7322]

I'm surprised your videos were so good 10 years ago. You really had this craft down from the get go.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very kind of you to say!

[@EclecticCamel]

Man, it is great to go back and see these older videos. I think you've adapted and grown a lot in just 4years, but the older content still really holds up. Haven’t said it in a while, but thanks for what you do, Rodney. Have a great holidays.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey, glad you enjoyed this earlier video - and great to hear from you again :)

[@ZzzirK_dBiel001]

One of the best game tutorials I've ever seen. Ready to start my first session of Tokaido without any troubles, thanks! (:

[@WatchItPlayed]

Have a great time playing Kriz!

[@brittsknees3899]

Saw this game while picking up some paints from my local game store today and was immediately drawn to it. I’ve never heard of it so immediately went to KZbin for videos. Thanks for breaking it down, I will now go buy it tomorrow 🎊

[@WatchItPlayed]

I'm glad the video was helpful - have a great time playing!

[@MalagyC]

I know this is an "oldie", but finally purchased this game last week and wanted to let you know that we are always so grateful when a Watch it Played tutorial is available!! Thanks and keep up the great work from some New -Brunswick fans!! 😁

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you enjoyed the video (and hope you're enjoying the snow I'm guessing you're getting buried in right now! PEI is also being blanketed).

[@MalagyC]

Watch It Played For once we are getting a reprieve up here in northern NB (we're in Bathurst)! Winds are bad, but snow is minimal. Stay safe!

[@ianhickox4240]

First actually helpful tutorial Ive seen on youtube. I came here with no knowledge on this game and Im leaving confidently enought I think i could explain it to a 5yr old. Every question I had was answered immediately as i thought of it.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks so much for the kind feedback Ian, very glad you found the video helpful. Hope you have a great time playing. Would love to have you subscribe and come back anytime!

[@paulspalding6880]

Don't think I've ever watched a better instruction video. Concise and easy to understand. Who needs an instruction booklet with such a great video available? You are the best of all the game instructors by a mile.

[@WatchItPlayed]

So glad you've enjoyed the videos Paul - thank you for the kind words about the work and happy gaming!

[@PythagoRuss]

I bought this at the UK Games Expo at the weekend - it sold really well! A random gamer spotted me with it and said he had watched this very video series of the game! Watching a few of these videos ( I watched the first two or three to get a good enough idea) convinced me this is a game for me. Won my first game today! I have you to thank for Mice and Mystics as well!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Really nice to know the videos have been helpful Russell!

[@starshocker]

The design of Tokaido looks real gorgeous. Been playing the game on my phone and just can't wait to get my hands on the real version.

[@WatchItPlayed]

It's a beaut!

[@ryan4313]

Whenever I wanna watch a tutorial I always go to yours first. You have the special calm demeanor that makes me listen quietly even when the rules of certain games are complicated.

[@WatchItPlayed]

That's very kind of you to say - so glad you've been enjoying.

[@chameleonsaint]

This is great. Clear and easy to understand. After reading the instructions a couple of times we were still not getting it. We watched your video and we were able to play straight away. Well done.

[@WatchItPlayed]

That's really nice to hear Chameleon!

[@emmpickle5967]

we were so confused when we got the game. the instructions made no sense. this made it easy, thanks

[@WatchItPlayed]

So great to hear! I hope you have a great time playing :)

[@owenvenes]

This is best I've ever seen a board game explained. Really clear, to the point and perfectly paced video. Thanks!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very kind of you to say!

[@Yurikan]

So glad I found this video. So many of the reviews for the game get the rules of the game wrong when they are explaining it. One of the reviewers stated you only draw one souvenir card instead of three and made it appear like you don't have to stop at an inn.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Yurikan Very pleased you liked this video!

[@haileelawrence4569]

So impressed with your organized fast non stumbling clean tutorial that works - REALLY well. Isaac said it best - you are a very skilled tutorial master!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hailee, that's very kind of you to say, and really means a lot. Thank you.

[@batmanfreak64]

I absolutely love this channel. Any time I buy a game for someone, I always check here first to see if you have a video on it. If you do, we are always able to play the same day I give it to them because I don't even have to read the rules. You make everything so easy to understand and follow. Thanks for the videos and keep up the great work!!!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks really nice feedback to hear - thank you Michael, really nice to know the videos have been helpful!

[@batmanfreak64]

Extremely helpful! I will be playing this tonight!

[@adrian090880]

Great video as always! The game title screen made me feel like the traveler. Seems like a very straightforward game, clean mechanics, awesome theme. I can picture a bunch of ronin telling each other stories at the inn about the route.

[@shoddyworkmanship]

I love the box art. Beauty in simplicity. So many have garish over the top art.

[@JamesGemmell]

Great job as usual Rodney! The number of games that I have purchased because of your play throughs is bordering on what some would consider an addiction. It has brought my family, friends, and I closer together through playing games, which we have discovered we can all enjoy. Keep up the great work and I look forward to seeing this play through!

[@jimbarton7072]

Okay, that is far and away the best board game tutorial I've ever seen. Excellent! Off to play with the family.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very kind of you to say Jim - have fun playing!

[@RoAkoni]

Brilliant tutorial. We are visiting a friend on holiday in Tokyo IRL and brought weve game along with us. Now we can't wait to play.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hope you all have a lot of fun!

[@femscapades4285]

You're always my go-to guy for board game tutorials! Simple and clear.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you've been enjoying!

[@myspeakingscore]

Thanks for this outstanding video. Played for the first time today (4 players) in about 90 minutes. Scores ranged from 82-58. Good fun.

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome - glad you enjoyed it :)

[@misscinnabun79]

Thank you so very much for this video. Just bought this game but once we tried to read the rules I was discouraged. So much info! This made it very easy and clear and we played without any issues thereafter.

[@WatchItPlayed]

That's so great to hear. I always hope we can help people overcome a rulebook they are struggling with. Happy gaming!

[@kingpat123]

I've watched a few different tutorial videos about this game to figure out if I would like it. This video is the ONLY tutorial I can say I fully understood and I will now definitely purchase the game. THANK YOU!

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome - glad you found it helpful. Have a great time playing!

[@falconr33]

You just sold me on this game, ordered my copy! Thank you so much for such an insightful explanation, you’ve truly made learning games way more of a fun experience!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Ah, that's so nice to hear Ryan - glad you enjoyed! Have a fun time playing :)

[@kathrinemicheelsen3970]

That is a goddanm beautifully illustrated game

[@WatchItPlayed]

Right?

[@lilliedae3936]

I played this game online during lockdown and wanted to actually get the board game, I finally got it recently and got really confused trying to follow instructions in the book. Thank you for this video 🙏❤️

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome - I'm glad it was helpful!

[@PurityThruFire]

The board is simple but gorgeous, the art on the cards is gorgeous as well. I've been on the fence about this game but I think I'm leaning more towards purchasing it. Again, thanks for putting out these videos, they really do make it easier to decide what I want and what I do not.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you've found them helpful Clinton!

[@johnstranzl]

Well done! You are a gifted instructor!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you kindly!

[@TheStaggmeister]

Well done Rodney Smith! What a thorough description of how the game is played. Just fantastic. Thank you.

[@WatchItPlayed]

+TheStaggmeister Very happy to hear you enjoyed it!

[@NickolasNovosad]

Funny thing is, I have bought & wonders recently after watching your playthrough about it, and now Im getting inspired by this episode to by one more game from the same creator)) Thanks for such a great episode))

[@EvanBly]

Going to play Tokaido for the first time today, think I'm ready thanks to this video!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hope you have a great time playing!

[@EvanBly]

We sure did!

[@joyouswraye3511]

Thank you for this! so easy to watch and clear and quick. I saved this video to make new people watch it before we play!

[@WatchItPlayed]

+Joyous Wraye Very pleased you liked it - I hope you all have a great time playing!

[@schomc]

Thank you kindly. This was a very useful way to educate four people very quickly with how to play the game.

[@WatchItPlayed]

So great to hear Chad - thanks!

[@jordmorton]

Wow awesome video. So clear and I loved how clear everything was set up and easy to see. I like how quick you got to the point and how simplistic you made it seem. Thanks for setting up this video. Just subscribed to your channel.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Jordan M Very pleased to have you subscribed and with us for future episodes Jordan!

[@soumya86]

This was such a brilliant and clear walkthrough, thank you so much!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very pleased to hear you enjoyed it Soumya!

[@MrLongCon]

Least Christmasy game ever, but an excellent review! What a gift! Thank you!

[@WatchItPlayed]

I don't know - it involves a lot of eating - and I do a lot of eating at Christmas :)

[@bookaddict777]

I already have this game on preorder, sight unseen. It looks like a game my daughter and I will really enjoy. Thanks for the rules explanation, Rodney. Great job as always!

[@frenchcookie2135]

Senpai!!!!Ty, very nice description! easy to follow, and a very soothing voice, almost as soothing as Morgan Freeman's, but as intense as Liam Neeson's. With your instruction, me and my fam were able to successfully play this game. :DDDDDDDDDDDDD

[@WatchItPlayed]

So glad you enjoyed the video - and my dulcet tones! :)

[@ЕгорСметаников-е8ф]

Thank you very much for the video! I live in Russia and russian instruction to this game is really hard to understand. But thankfully, I found your video and it was really helpful! Good luck to you in ihe future ;)

[@WatchItPlayed]

+Егор Сметаников Thank you so much Erop - I'm very happy to hear you found the video helpful. All the best, from Canada!

[@Butterface67]

As always, a very well-explained tutorial which makes me understand whether or not I want to purchase this game. I do. Thanks for posting.

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're welcome - glad you found it helpful!

[@Liquidpaperxxxx]

I love the simplicity of the board and the art style. After watching, I plan on picking this one up. Thanks a ton for taking the time to make these great videos.

[@parrotbay77]

Thank you very much for this quick run down of this game. It's difficult to pick a game up when you are not sure if you'll like the game play. You are awesome!

[@WatchItPlayed]

So glad you're finding the videos helpful!

[@roboraygun]

You've done it again man! Although I love the art style, this game didnt really pique my interest... until I saw your game breakdown! Now I would love to see how it plays and think it may have a spot as a game I can play with my nieces and nephs! Cant wait for the next vid.

[@thortheviking]

I would love to see this one with ASL interpreter. Great tutorial Rodney.

[@michaellau3520]

Hi Rodney, another great job on the videos!! The how to play instructions were very clear. I went ahead and bought this game along with 7 Wonders and Legendary after watching your videos. The play through videos are fun as well as helpful to watch too. I rely on your videos so much now to an extent that I don't think I can buy any new games if you did not make a video teaching how to play it, lol.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Well Michael, there's so many games, it can be hard to know what to pick up, so I'm glad these videos have been a help. Have fun!

[@JohnMichael23inSD]

Thanks! Your tutorial convinced me to buy the game!

[@WatchItPlayed]

I'm really glad that the video helped you to make up your mind on the game!

[@SeperBW]

You're really good at teaching, especially making it in a fun way that shows you enjoy the game and teaching it. Thanks a lot!

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome - and thank you for the very kind comments!

[@popgas3821]

I learned of this game from Prozd. But dang this channel makes the tutorial so clean and easy to follow. Not to mention there are tons of videos for other games too! A might ko bankrupt man 😅.

[@WatchItPlayed]

I hope you find a few other titles on here that interest you! It's been fun seeing Prozd making videos on board game too!

[@popgas3821]

@@WatchItPlayed yes! Prozd’s recommendations are wide and I’m rooting for a bunch where I could play with my parents soon. This channel assist me understanding those at the same time. Thanks!

[@JediMaster197734]

Thank you. We played it a little wrong first time. This helps clarify the traveling rules and more.

[@WatchItPlayed]

+Jed Dornoff A pleasure to assist, Jed.

[@samanthasierra314]

Thank you! This was great. I hate reading informational texts so these videos are great for me.

[@WatchItPlayed]

So glad this was helpful Samantha!

[@wetwillyccma]

Looks like a great family game. I look forward to watching you all play it. Thanks.

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're welcome!

[@victorgonzalez2927]

This game looks awesome! I really love the mechanics of the game and theme. It really gives you that feeling of being on a journey. I like how there is little luck with simple game play, but lying deep beneath lies a very strategic game. I love games that have multiple ways to gain points. Great video!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey - glad you liked it Victor - thanks!

[@jasongriffin1762]

FINALLY Got myself a copy of this one. Ever have one of those games you keep wanting to get but somehow slips your mind when the new hotness game comes out? Then once the shine wears off you go oh yeah I wanted to get X.... This is that game for me. Playig on Saturday and can't wait.

[@WatchItPlayed]

So glad you found a copy and are finally getting a chance to play!

[@hbngeeraff]

This looks to have a very similar style gameplay as 7 Wonders. Which is good because I love that game. Thanks for adding another game to my wishlist.

[@playmoreorpass9099]

This game looks awesome and the tutorial was thorough and easy to digest. Makes me wanna get the game for sure. Thanks!

[@WatchItPlayed]

So glad you found it helpful - if you pick it up, I hope you have a great time playing!

[@mcwarrington]

Fantastic tutorial! Thank you for uploading. Best wishes from New Zealand!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Greetings back from Canada, glad you enjoyed!

[@HoshizakiYoshimasa]

Best rule explanation on this game on KZbin!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you kindly!

[@markpatoka]

Wow, very good explanation of this game. It does seem complicated if trying to read but this makes it so much easier. Can't wait to try it. I'm curious about different playing strategies.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you found this video helpful Mark - I hope you have a great time playing!

[@Schlaym]

I love that they have the Kanji on the cards. Really looking forward to this.

[@NintendoAddict]

I'm not as much of a miniatures fan, so I'm glad to see a euro-style game this time around. This looks very unique and oozing with theme. Might be just me, but it's feeling a bit like Mario Party -- without total randomness.

[@trevoh4878]

I got this game for Christmas. Thanks for making these videos; it helped a lot!

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome!

[@bradandmary]

I enjoyed the video, and look forward to watching you play. I was fortunate enough to get a copy from Essen, and am always sad that it doesn't hit the table as often as I'd like it to.

[@LukeMcGuireoides]

This game looks awesome. I've been considering buying the iOS version which takes the brilliant motif and adds animations and sounds and a beautiful soundtrack. I was in the dark as to the mechanics but now I'm getting it for sure.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you found this helpful!

[@clovermite]

Nice, it's a worker placement game with only one worker. I love the intro you created for Tokaido. It could use a longer fade in for this video though.

[@garretwd]

These should be the instructions to the game, as the provided printed versions are woefully unclear. Thanks!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you found the video helpful!

[@yyzc2222]

Exactly. Thanks a lot uploader!

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome :)

[@TundraWolfe]

Thanks for putting this up, I've been considering this as a purchase but wanted to know a bit more about the game before I bit the bullet. A small issue, though: you never really went over the character-specific powers. I imagine, like most of the rules, it's all very self-explanatory but it was just something I noticed. Still, very nice video! I think I've found a new channel to turn to for board game-oriented content!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Saw your later comment that you got the answer you were looking for. Glad you're planning to stick around Nick :)

[@realjplay]

This has such a nice artwork! I simply love the panoramas :)

[@WatchItPlayed]

They are a very neat part of the game!

[@meghan3461]

Just bought this game and this was so helpful! Thank you!

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome Meghan, I hope you have a good time playing :)

[@hatchhermit77]

Great looking game. This game looks like it would be good for my less gamer friends. But I told myself I wouldn't buy another game until Spring. Gotta stay strong!

[@WatchItPlayed]

How did you do with that challenge to yourself? :)

[@hatchhermit77]

@@WatchItPlayed I don't recall. That was 8 years ago! But I do own the game.

[@hatchhermit77]

@@WatchItPlayed LOL!

[@pridas5202]

Great review! Have never played this game but I feel like I could teach it to anyone if I decided to buy the game. Thanks!

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome Montage :) Glad you enjoyed it!

[@irinashalajeva8800]

saw this game in a store a few days back looked so confusing. great explanation though. looks interesting and really makes me want to buy it now

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very pleased we could add some clarity Irina!

[@immortalsun]

A bit late on this, but Takeido looks beautifully designed! Would love to give it a go someday. By watching your videos, I now have _way_ too many games on my wishlist than I can possibly afford. Curse you, Rodney!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Oops ;)

[@leelewis1988]

This game looks right up my alley. Thank you so much Rodney!

[@pep7890]

Awesome back to regular WiP videos. Thanks for the great work you do bro.

[@BoxofDelights]

so pretty ! a good subject for a series . I'll be tuning in for this one for sure.. thanks !

[@rocknec1]

Fantastic job, Rodney! You are really honing in your 'how to play' skills.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks Chris!

[@Chadwyck12]

Thanks for teaching the game. I'll be trying it this weekend at a local Board Game Cafe.

[@WatchItPlayed]

+Chad Byer Hope you have a fun time with it Chad!

[@LordDreed]

You're extremely good at explaining games, good job! =)

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks Dreed!

[@keirangtp]

Great explanation, as always. This playthrough will be a great experience after Zombicide! For me at least. :) Great art style the game has. Oh, and best part - your title screen, beautiful! Ps. This definitely has some similarities to 7 wonders ;)

[@sproutgrrl9017]

Awesome! I am looking forward to playing this!! Thanks for the great videos.

[@micahforest2012]

very nice and relaxing game. thanks, Rodney, for doing this. As always you excel at explaining rules and game :)

[@xavierpaquin]

Great walkthrough, gorgeous game!

[@WatchItPlayed]

You get a chance to try this one out?

[@xavierpaquin]

@@WatchItPlayed Only online... I thought it was a bit too light for my taste. It's beautiful though!

[@WatchItPlayed]

@@xavierpaquin Glad you were able to try before you bought!

[@dandurkin9735]

You're awesome, Rodney. Thank you for these videos!

[@WatchItPlayed]

So glad you enjoyed Dan!

[@AdamStaticC]

lol the way he pronounces card and cards

[@WatchItPlayed]

Sekishokudo Yes, some people find I have quite a strong accent on those words particularly.

[@TestaBottleZ]

sounds like the accents where i live (NB)

[@ClintonChelak]

Cai-awrd

[@robdavies9349]

@@WatchItPlayed What accent is that exactly? I find it particularly noticeable around 11m when you say 'draw a card from the hot springs pile', and later when you say 'panorama' a lot.

[@WatchItPlayed]

@@robdavies9349 East coast of Canada.

[@bryanbarton77]

Thumbs up Rodney! Great intro video and very easy to follow. Looks like a fun strategic game! Looking forward to seeing how you and the kids stack up against each other. It will be like WiP - 7 Wonders revisited.

[@bradbarnett4111]

did i miss it or was the explination for how to use traveler abilities left out?

[@WatchItPlayed]

I don't believe that's covered in the video (I shot this long enough ago, I don't recall from memory), but I think you'll find their icons explained in the rule book if some questions come up about how they work.

[@theakstonsrock]

Looks like a great game, look forward to seeing the play through!

[@AlbionGames]

This looks interesting, different to the type of thing I would usually consider. Looking forward to the play through. Hey Rodney, no dice, so your chances of winning have increased exponentially!

[@WatchItPlayed]

It certainly helps!

[@russellbarton3298]

Just purchased the game today, and watching your video confirmed I made a good decision. Thank you so much. You have incredible talent making these videos! :D Is is possible to tie another player with the number of points AND achievement cards? If so, how might you break that tie?

[@WatchItPlayed]

The rules don't provide an answer for this, so you could decide something in advance, or share the victory.

[@ranlam01]

Excellent work. As always.

[@Ibanhoof]

cant wait to see you guys play

[@TeskoLove]

This could be a prequel to Takenoko (made by the same designer). The travelers in Tokaido are going to become the caretakers in Takenoko! ^_^

[@JeanDubuc]

You do a really good job explaining games, Thank you!

[@WatchItPlayed]

+Jean Dubuc Very kind of you to say - thank you!

[@Talkoon]

Perfect overview of the rules. Thanks for this video!

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome Talkoon!