Jangchigi (Korean Field Hockey) - Introduction
Jangchigi is a team sport hitting wooden balls with curved sticks into opponent's goal, similar to modern field hockey. It evolved from mounted gyeokgu spreading to commoners as a ground version. "Jang" means stick, primarily played on winter ice. Silla warrior statues holding jangchigi sticks prove its long history. Sticks are made from hard wood bent like golf clubs, balls carved from round wood. Teams score by putting balls in opponent's goal; most points within time wins. Mainly played by men, sometimes as inter-village competitions. Requires stamina, quick reflexes, and teamwork for running ball control. Nearly disappeared but recreated at folk villages and traditional events.
Basic Information
- Origin: 한국
- Players: 2팀
- Equipment: 장치기 채, 공
How to Play & Features
Jangchigi is a team sport hitting wooden balls with curved sticks into opponent's goal, similar to modern field hockey. It evolved from mounted gyeokgu spreading to commoners as a ground version. "Jang" means stick, primarily played on winter ice. Silla warrior statues holding jangchigi sticks prove its long history. Sticks are made from hard wood bent like golf clubs, balls carved from round wood. Teams score by putting balls in opponent's goal; most points within time wins. Mainly played by men, sometimes as inter-village competitions. Requires stamina, quick reflexes, and teamwork for running ball control. Nearly disappeared but recreated at folk villages and traditional events.
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.