Takenoko

You manage a bamboo garden for the Japanese Emperor. You place hexagonal tiles to expand the garden and irrigate them to grow bamboo. You move a gardener to grow the shoots and a panda to eat them. You have secret objective cards that tell you what board states you need to score points. The components are top-notch and the wooden bamboo pieces are great to handle. It is very accessible and has a relaxing pace. A great choice for a casual night with family or friends.