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EnglishMembership Registration and Renewal
Q. I want to become a member of the Japan Chess Federation. What should I do?
A. Please pay the annual membership fee according to your age group via PayPal and register on the Japan Chess Federation’s membership portal, MiiT+. For detailed information, please refer to the following page.
＞Welcome to Japan ChessFederation
Q. My child wants to become a member of the Japan Chess Federation. Do you accept payment from parents/guardians on behalf of a minor?
A. Yes, we accept payments from the parents and guardian of a minor.
Please register the same email address on MiiT+ as you used for your Paypal payment so that we can link your payment to your minor child’s account.
Q. I was a member before and would like to join again. How can I proceed?
A. Please make a PayPal payment for the membership fee according to your age category. You do not need to re-register on MiiT+.
Q. I do not have a credit card. Can I pay my membership fee by cash or money transfer? How can I pay the membership fee?
A. All the membership fee payment is through Paypal subscription. Unfortunately we do not accept money transfer nor cash payment.
You can choose payment options other than credit card on PayPal. You can choose the debit card payment option on PayPal. If you have a savings account at a major bank, you can obtain a debit card.
You can also choose direct debit (“Kouza-Furikae”) option if you have a bank account at following banks:
Mizuho Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, MUFG Bank, Japan Post Bank, Resona Bank and Saitama Resona Bank.
＞How to register a PayPal bank account (Japanese)
Q. Can I join another country’s chess federation while I am a member of the Japan Chess Federation?
A. Regulations vary from federation to federation, but Japan Chess Federation accepts membership applications from those who are already a member of another federation.
FIDE ID
Q. What is FIDE ID?
A. FIDE is the International Chess Federation and they issue an ID for its players. Their ID is called FIDE ID. You will need your FIDE ID when participating in a FIDE rated tournament.
Q. I want to get my FIDE ID. What should I do?
A. We obtain FIDE ID when our member participates in a FIDE rated tournament, either domestic or international.
For FIDE rated tournaments organized by the Japan Chess Federation, please select “I would like to request a FIDE ID from the Japan Chess Federation and obtain it in Japan.” when you purchase your ticket on Peatix. You will see your FIDE ID on your Miit+ page and on chess-results page before the tournament.
For FIDE rated tournaments organized by our registered clubs and for FIDE rated tournaments overseas, please read this page and fill our google form for FIDE ID application.
＞Procedures for Obtaining New FIDE ID
＞Google Form
Q. I want to change my chess nationality on my FIDE ID. What should I do?
A. You can change your chess nationality if you meet the requirements set by FIDE. If you wish to proceed, consult with us on japanchess.info@gmail.com
Please note that some fees will be incurred.
Q. I am a Japanese living outside Japan. Can I obtain a FIDE ID through the Japan Chess Federation?
A. Yes you can. The Japan Chess Federation can issue a FIDE ID for our members who are citizens or residents of Japan when they participate in FIDE rated tournaments.
Q. If I change my chess nationality on FIDE ID, do I lose my old ratings?
A. FIDE ID number will remain the same even if you change your chess nationality. Your ratings will also remain the same even if you change your chess nationality.
Q. I obtained my FIDE ID through another federation. Can I join FIDE rated tournaments organized by the Japan Chess Federation?
A. You can participate in our tournaments in Japan with any chess nationality. However, the title of “Champion” will be awarded to the player with Japanese chess nationality. You must have a Japanese chess nationality to be considered for a national team member and for an invitational spot that is assigned for Japan Chess Federation.
Q. I want to change my chess nationality. Can I do it with the Japan Chess Federation?
A. In order to change your chess nationality, you need to be a citizen or resident of the country you wish to change your chess nationality to. If you are a citizen or a resident of Japan, Japan Chess Federation can help you change your chess nationality to Japan. If you wish to change your chess nationality to another country, contact the local federation you wish to change your nationality to.
Q. Are there any conditions for changing my chess nationality?
A.If you have represented your country in international tournaments or are holding an international title, there may be a restriction for participation of international tournaments after the change of nationality. Please note that extra fees might be incurred for the change of chess nationality.
Q. I want to change my chess nationality to Japan and to be on Japan’s Olympiad team. Can I join Japan’s Olympiad Team?
A. To become a member of Japan’s Olympiad team, you need to spend at least 2 years since you changed your chess nationality to Japan. There are other criteria to be considered for Japan’s Olympiad Team, which is set by the Japan Chess Federation.
Tournaments
Q. I am on the waiting list for cancellation for the tournament ticket. How do I know if I can join the tournament?
A. We will contact you when there’s a cancellation and you can participate in the tournament.
The waiting list for the tournament will be closed about one week prior to the tournament.
Your waiting list ticket will be refunded if you were not able to participate in the tournament.
Q. Can I participate in a tournament if I buy tickets on Peatix?
A. You have to have both a membership of Japan Chess Federation and a ticket for the tournament. To become a member, make an annual membership fee payment on PayPal and register your information on MiiT+.
※To participate in FIDE rated tournament, you need to obtain your FIDE ID.Japan Those who are a citizen or a resident of Japan, and also a member of Japan Chess Federation can apply for FIDE ID through Japan Chess Federation.
Q. I am non-Japanese living outside Japan. I want to participate in FIDE rated tournaments organized by the Japan Chess Federation. I don’t have a FIDE ID. How can I obtain my FIDE ID?
A. You will need your FIDE ID for FIDE rated tournaments. Please contact your local federation to obtain your FIDE ID. Please inform Japan Chess Federation of your ID.
Q. I am a chess beginner. Which tournament is appropriate for a beginner?
A. On our Tournament Information page, you will see stars next to the tournament names. ☆☆☆ is for beginners. More★ it has, more difficult the tournament will be. Stars are applied based on the level of participants, time controls, and the size of the tournament(big/small)
Moreover, our Rookies Chess and Step Up Chess tournaments are designed for beginners.
Q: How do I participate in youth international tournaments as an official player? I live outside of Japan and cannot participate in the Japan Youth Chess Championship. Are there any other tournaments for selection criteria?
A: The performance in the Japan Youth Chess Championship is the primary selection criterion for youth international tournaments. We may also consider notable accomplishments, such as exceptional ratings or outstanding performances in prestigious tournaments like the Japan Chess Championship. However, there is no guarantee of being selected based on these criteria.
Q: How do I participate in international tournaments? Can I participate in any of them?
A: There are two types of international tournaments: self-entry (open) and invitational. For the invitational tournaments, selection criteria for the slots are based on the results of the Japan Youth/Cadets Chess Championship or ratings. However, anyone who is not invited is also welcome to participate by paying the actual fees set by the organizers and registering as an additional player through the Japan Chess Federation.