Or we could also try a different game. there are even smaller variants to try, such as Dobutsu Shogi, Nana Shogi, and Gufuu shogi. Or if you prefer, I've always been interested in trying out the large, 12x12 Chu Shogi.

Since you may have replied to my previous post before this one gets submitted, since it could take you some time to create your cheap but versatile (i.e. easily expandable) set, and since I technically need to do the same, it might be best to try another while we get Ito Shogi sets ready.