History of Sudoku: From Japan to the World - SudokuPuzzles.net
Explore the fascinating history of Sudoku, from its Japanese roots to global popularity. Discover how this puzzle conquered the world and became a cultural phenomenon.
The journey of Sudoku from a mathematical curiosity to a global phenomenon is a fascinating tale of cultural exchange, technological innovation, and human fascination with logical puzzles. This comprehensive history traces Sudoku's evolution from its European mathematical roots through its Japanese transformation to its worldwide conquest in the digital age.
Early Origins of Sudoku
While Sudoku is commonly associated with Japan, its mathematical foundations trace back to 18th-century Europe and the work of Swiss mathematician Leonhard Euler.
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