Category: Cultural Games


  • Kendama (Japan)

    Background: It is a creative game with an innovative fusion of the traditional Japanese Kendama game and table tennis, blending cultural heritage with modern sports. Although it’s not a historically traditional game, its creation is rooted in the playful reinterpretation of established activities. how to play: There are 4 different ways (Big cup, Small cup,…

  • Background: It is a creative game with an innovative fusion of the traditional Japanese Kendama game and table tennis, blending cultural heritage with modern sports. Although it’s not a historically traditional game, its creation is rooted in the playful reinterpretation of established activities. how to play: Place the ball on an upside-down cup. Quickly flip…

  • Background: Known as “Đá cầu” in Vietnamese, this game involves kicking a weighted shuttlecock using only the feet, knees, or head, without letting it touch the ground. Played individually or in groups, it’s a popular street game and sport. The game requires agility, balance, and coordination, often drawing crowds in urban and rural settings. Shuttlecock…

  • Gonggi (Korea)

    Background: Gonggi is a traditional Korean game played with five small pebbles. Players perform sequential tricks, such as throwing and catching the stones in specific patterns. It’s similar to Western jacks but doesn’t require additional equipment like a ball. Gonggi develops hand-eye coordination and is often played casually by children and adults alike. The game’s…

  • Ddakji (Korea)

    Background: Ddakji (or Ttakji) is a traditional Korean game played with folded paper tiles. Players attempt to flip the opponent’s tile by throwing their own at it. Popular among children, it became internationally recognized through media like “Squid Game.” The game emphasizes strategy and force application. Ddakji is a nostalgic activity reflecting Korea’s resourcefulness, as…

  • Background: Pitch-pot, or “Touhu” in some traditions, is a game originating from ancient China and later adopted by Mongolian culture. It involves throwing small arrows or sticks into a pot or container from a distance. The game was initially a leisure activity among the elite and military, serving as a way to develop focus, aim,…

  • Background: This traditional game was a popular street activity in old Hong Kong. Children often played it using makeshift slingshots crafted from materials like rubber bands and sticks. It encourages precision, aims, and hand-eye coordination. The game highlights the ingenuity of children in creating entertainment from everyday objects. how to play: Given 6 tries, Using…

  • Background: Chopsticks are a common utensil in East Asian cultures.  This traditional pastime in Hong Kong involves picking up small glass marbles using chopsticks. It is typically played to test one’s dexterity and skill with chopsticks. The activity reflects the integration of cultural tools into leisure, enhancing familiarity with chopstick usage from a young age.…