# Kifubara: Go Board Scanner — Snap, Score & Export to SGF

> Mobile app for scanning Go boards, counting territory, and scoring games. (iPhone/iPad app by Artur Tamazian.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kifubara-go-board-scanner/id6760242880 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Artur Tamazian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724287272)
- Category: Games, Utilities, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 144 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-16
- Data updated: 2026-07-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kifubara-go-board-scanner/id6760242880/reviews.md

## What is Kifubara?

Point your camera at any Go board and Kifubara reads the position, counts territory, and calculates the score — in seconds.

No more counting by hand. Leave scoring to Kifubara.

HOW IT WORKS
Take a photo of your Go board or pick one from your gallery. Kifubara detects every stone, maps territory for both players, and scores the position under Chinese or Japanese rules. Review the result, adjust anything that needs fixing, and export.

FEATURES
• Automatic stone detection from a single photo
• Territory counting and scoring under Chinese or Japanese rules
• Adjustable komi
• Mark dead stones and edit the position by hand
• Deep analysis to refine scoring accuracy
• Group strength and influence visualization
• SGF export to share or study in your favorite Go app
• Save and name games in your library

BUILT FOR REAL BOARDS
Kifubara is designed for the moment after you finish a game on a real board. Works with wood boards, printed boards, magnetic travel sets — any physical Go board. Just make sure all four corners are visible and the lighting is decent.

Kifubara uses on-device machine learning. Your photos never leave your phone.

Go. Baduk. Weiqi. Whatever you call it — Kifubara counts it.

## Key features

- Automatic stone detection from photos
- Territory counting and scoring
- Adjustable komi
- Manual position editing
- SGF export
- Game library


## Frequently asked questions about Kifubara

### How does Kifubara work?

Kifubara uses your device's camera to detect stones on a Go board, then automatically counts territory and calculates the score under Chinese or Japanese rules. You can also manually edit the position for accuracy.

### What Go rules does Kifubara support?

Kifubara supports both Chinese and Japanese scoring rules, offering flexibility for players who prefer one over the other.

### Can I export my games from Kifubara?

Yes, Kifubara allows you to export your game results in SGF format. This enables you to share your games or study them further in your preferred Go applications.

### Does Kifubara work with any Go board?

Kifubara is designed for physical Go boards, including wood, printed, and magnetic sets. Ensure all four corners are visible and lighting is adequate for best results.

### Is Kifubara free to use?

Yes, Kifubara is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### Does Kifubara have ads?

No, Kifubara does not contain any advertisements. It offers an ad-free experience for all users.

### What devices is Kifubara available on?

Kifubara is available on iPhones and iPads, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### How accurate is Kifubara's scoring?

Kifubara uses on-device machine learning for deep analysis to refine scoring accuracy. You can also manually adjust the position and mark dead stones to ensure precise results.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.4 — 2026-03-24

Added 9×9 and 13×13 board support — small boards, big fun!

### 1.0.3 — 2026-03-21

Sharing upgrade — board image, original photo, and game details included when sharing

UI improvements and bug fixes

### 1.0.2 — 2026-03-18

- Camera zoom — get closer or go wider for the perfect shot
- Settings panel — toggle board coordinates and leaves animation
- Pick your language — 11 languages supported
- Mark who plays next to improve score estimation
- Multiple UI improvements

### 1.0.1 — 2026-03-17

Faster detection time when the app is used  for the first time.

### 1.0 — 2026-03-16

No release notes.

## More apps by Artur Tamazian

- [FanClub: Soccer Scores & Chats](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fanclub-soccer-scores-and-chats/id6475540199)

All apps by Artur Tamazian: https://appshunter.io/developer/1724287272

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