Kkorijapgi (Tail Catching) - Introduction
Tail Catching is a dynamic team game where teams try to grab the opponent's tail. Each team lines up holding the waist of the person in front like a train, with the last person wearing a towel or cloth as a tail. The front person tries to grab the opponent's tail while teammates maintain connection and protect their own tail. Breaking the chain or losing the tail means defeat. This game requires teamwork, cooperation, and quick reflexes, needing synchronized movement to succeed. Popular in playgrounds and wide spaces during PE or outdoor activities. Simple rules but very dynamic and fun for children and adults alike. Still frequently conducted at school sports days and group recreation today. Helps improve fitness while developing cooperation and strategic thinking.
Basic Information
- Origin: 한국
- Players: 10명 이상 (2팀)
- Equipment: 수건 또는 천 (꼬리용)
How to Play & Features
Tail Catching is a dynamic team game where teams try to grab the opponent's tail. Each team lines up holding the waist of the person in front like a train, with the last person wearing a towel or cloth as a tail. The front person tries to grab the opponent's tail while teammates maintain connection and protect their own tail. Breaking the chain or losing the tail means defeat. This game requires teamwork, cooperation, and quick reflexes, needing synchronized movement to succeed. Popular in playgrounds and wide spaces during PE or outdoor activities. Simple rules but very dynamic and fun for children and adults alike. Still frequently conducted at school sports days and group recreation today. Helps improve fitness while developing cooperation and strategic thinking.
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.