Handmade Fish-Shaped Mancala Board Game Set – Foldable, Travel-Ready with Cowrie Shell Seeds and Pouch

Handmade Fish-Shaped Mancala Board Game Set – Foldable, Travel-Ready with Cowrie Shell Seeds and Pouch

  • A foldable wooden mancala board game featuring a fish design with a batik pattern. The board is displayed both closed and opened, showing the seed compartments.
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$37.50 USD
$37.50 USD
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Product Description

A charming, ocean-inspired strategy game and artisan décor piece. Every mancala is individually hand-painted, making it equally nice to be played and displayed. 

Important Information

  • Safety: ⚠️ Cowrie shells are a choking hazard. Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult at all times during gameplay.
  • Pricing & customs: the listed price excludes any sales tax and import costs. The buyer is responsible for the additional duties or taxes that may incur. 

What's Included

  • Fish mancala board game
  • 2 travel pouches (1 for mancala, 1 for storing game seeds)
  • Free cowrie shells as the game's playing seeds

Who This Mancala Is Best For

  • Families with children aged 8 and up
  • Gift for ocean and nature lovers 
  • Coastal or nautical home décor piece 
  • Shoppers looking for a unique artisan gift
  • Game nights and screen-free activity idea

How to Play Mancala (A Quick Guide)

1. Set up the board
Place the board lengthwise between two players. Each player controls the 5 pits on their side and the large pit or Store on their right. Fill every small pit with seeds; leave the Stores empty.

2. Take turns
On your turn, pick up all seeds from one of your pits and drop them one by one counterclockwise – including your own Store, but skipping your opponent's Store.

3. Win the game
The game ends when one player's pits are empty. The other player collects all remaining seeds into their Store. Most seeds in your Store = you win.

About Batik – The Art Behind the Board

Batik, a traditional art from Java, uses a wax-resist dyeing technique. This technique has been practised for centuries. The word batik comes from the Javanese amba ("to write") and titik ("dots or points"), reflecting its detailed craftsmanship.

Batik tulis is the oldest form of batik making, where the wax is written or drawn (tulis) onto a length of fabric. Inspired by this timeless technique, we’ve applied the same intricate process to the wood surface of our mancala board games.

The batik-making process involves three key stages:
- Mencanting – Wax is applied using a canting tool to create intricate patterns.
- Mewarna – The fabric is dyed, with waxed areas resisting color
- Finishing – The fabric is dried and soaked in a fixing agent to preserve the colors.



Dimensions

  • Closed Size: 17" × 4″ × 2.4″ (43 × 14 × 6 cm)
  • Opened Size: 17″ × 8″× 1.2″ (43 × 28 × 3 cm)

Features

  • Player: 2 players
  • Age: 8+ and up
  • Authentic craftsmanship. The fish silhouette is hand-painted using a traditional technique passed down through generations. Slight variations in pattern are the mark of a genuine handmade piece. 
  • Foldable and travel-ready. Compact closed dimensions (17″ × 4″) and a bundled travel pouch make this the ideal game for family vacations, road trips, camping, or visits to grandparents. Opens flat to 17″ × 8″ for full two-player gameplay.
  • Complete set out of the box. Includes genuine cowrie seashells as game seeds, plus a matching travel pouch and smaller seed-storage pouch. Nothing extra to buy.
  • Doubles as ocean-themed home décor. Unlike standard rectangular mancala boards, the fish-shaped board makes a striking display piece for coastal, nautical, or nature-inspired interiors. A conversation starter on a bookshelf or coffee table whether or not it's being played.
  • Ready to gift. Includes a free gift wrap option at checkout. Perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, or holidays.

Material

Wood

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