Types of playing cards and how to play
A set of playing cards known as a deck of cards, with four suits each numbered from 1 to 13, plus jokers, has a fixed total number of cards.
Even within that limited number, you can enjoy a variety of games by devising different rules.
Here are a few examples of the many ways to play with playing cards.
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Types of playing cards and how to play (21–30)
Number matching
This is a game where you try to match card numbers three times in a row.
Use 12 cards of the same suit.
Try to guess what number your opponent will play, then choose from your 12 numbered cards and place one on the table.
If your card’s number matches your opponent’s, think ahead and play another card.
If the second one also matches, then for the third round, play all of your remaining cards.
At that time, place the card with the number you’ve guessed on top.
Matching numbers with your opponent three times may be difficult.
However, if you try several times and align your thinking, you might be able to match.
Uno
This is a card game that can be played by at least two people.
First, deal the same number of cards to each player and place the remaining cards as the draw pile.
Decide the play order—for example, with rock-paper-scissors.
The dealer starts by playing one card from their hand; then, if other players have a card of the same suit in their hands, they can play it.
Players go out in order as they run out of cards, with the first to empty their hand finishing first.
Types of playing cards and how to play (31–40)
Sevens (card game)
Sevens is one of the classic trump card games.
There can’t be many people who don’t know it.
Despite its simplicity, there’s a special thrill in trying to get rid of your hand quickly while imagining your opponents’ moves and cards.
This game in particular really brings out a player’s personality in their playstyle…
Doubt
You place cards face down in order starting from 1.
When you suspect that someone has played a card different from what they claimed, you say “Doubt” and flip that card.
The game is called Doubt because it’s about being suspicious, but some families also borrowed that feel of the word and had a house rule where you play it on zabuton (floor cushions).
Can be done alone
When you think of playing cards, you probably picture a game for two or more people, right? The “Couple” using playing cards explained in this video is actually a solitaire card game you can play by yourself! Gradually reduce the cards, and it feels great when you cleanly get down to zero! Why not give it a try?
Old Maid
This is Old Maid with a twist called Jiji-nuki.
The rules are the same as Old Maid, but you enjoy the thrill of not knowing which card is the Jiji (equivalent to the Joker).
You only realize the Jiji exists after your hand is gone, so if you go out before noticing it, even small children can easily beat adults!