Kongnamul Siru (Bean Sprout Pot) - Introduction
Bean Sprout Pot has many children sitting in tight spaces pushing each other out. All participants sit in a small circle or square, pushing to force others outside the boundary. Named after densely packed bean sprouts in a pot. Simple rules: bottom leaving floor or crossing boundary means elimination. Last remaining wins. Requires stamina, balance, and endurance with fun crowded interactions. Mainly enjoyed indoors during cold winters to warm up. Group game competing for individual survival rather than cooperation.
Basic Information
- Origin: 한국
- Players: 10명 이상
- Equipment: 없음
How to Play & Features
Bean Sprout Pot has many children sitting in tight spaces pushing each other out. All participants sit in a small circle or square, pushing to force others outside the boundary. Named after densely packed bean sprouts in a pot. Simple rules: bottom leaving floor or crossing boundary means elimination. Last remaining wins. Requires stamina, balance, and endurance with fun crowded interactions. Mainly enjoyed indoors during cold winters to warm up. Group game competing for individual survival rather than cooperation.
Cultural Value
This game is a representative Korean folk game. Transmitted through generations, it well shows Korean sentiment and community culture. Currently available for hands-on experience at folk villages, museums, and cultural centers in Seoul, it's a popular Korean culture experience program for foreign tourists as well. Enjoyed together from children to adults, it becomes an opportunity for intergenerational communication.