Shusai Prize

The Shusai Prize (秀哉賞) is a domestic, Japanese recognition award given by the Nihon-Kiin to its most outstanding and promising player of the previous year. The first award was given in 1964; has followed an annual schedule; and is usually announced between January to March. The award is a tribute to Honinbo Shusai, who played an important role in the founding of the Nihon-Kiin.

Winners

Totals (more than twice, after 2022)

10: Cho Chikun, 9: Iyama Yuta, 7:Kobayashi Koichi, 5:Rin Kaiho, Kato Masao, 4:ChoU, 3: Sakata Eio, Ishida Yoshio, Yamashita Keigo