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three-four low approach two-space high pincer diagonal
Keywords: Joseki
This variation (of the three-four low approach two-space high pincer) is chosen by White to settle quickly, in almost all cases. This is consistent with White's initial low approach here.
Most often Black plays 1 here, preparing to extend to 3 for good position. The modern play here is White 2 (rather than a, which is only occasionally seen now), Kitani's idea; and White ends in sente since her group can now take care of itself. White 2 at b is a play liked by Otake Hideo - White attacks the pincer stone first, and may not need to play into the corner for eyes. At c is a big follow-up point round here for either player. Sometimes Black 3 is played at d to lessen the effect of White at c.
Black may also play at any of a to d. Black tenuki immediately is unlikely here. Black at a before playing tenuki is a light way to play. Black at b denies White the corner, but White can easily build up a strong position with d etc. after it. Black at c is the forceful kado joseki fashionable in the 1960s, with some very complex variations. The footsweep at d has become established as a more modern way to prevent White settling easily. This is a copy of the living page "three-four low approach two-space high pincer diagonal" at Sensei's Library. ![]() |