Go is more than a game. It is also a reflection of the self and helps in character development. As with other sports such as Martial Arts, there are etiquette and manners that are generally followed.
1.Greetings –Greet by bowing before the game starts like in the martial arts. In Japanese, the word “Oneigaishimasu” is said (like in HikaruNo Go)
2.Don’t take back moves already played. Sometimes, especially in teaching games, this is okay but in general, it is not okay. Think before you put the stone on the board.
3.When playing, it is not a good habit to talk. Respect your opponent. It is also not encouraged to make excessive noise such as playing with the go stones or singing folk songs. However, in discussion/training/teaching games, talking is of course okay.
4.When watching a game, do not comment or make noises or faces until the game is over.
5.When you win a game, win it graciously. When you lose, lose graciously.
6.Remove the stones completely after playing and put them back in the bowl and equipment to their original position.
7.When making a move, place the stone on the board properly. Don’t just “throw” the stone on the board.
From section A.1.2 of the MWA Module A Syllabus
