Jeongwol Daeboreum Games Collection - Introduction
Various traditional games are played on Jeongwol Daeboreum (Lunar January 15). Moon viewing involves climbing high places, believing the first to see the full moon gets luck that year. Heat selling has people calling names on Daeboreum morning, shouting "Buy my heat!" to avoid summer heat. Cracking bureom cracks hard nuts like walnuts, chestnuts, and pine nuts with teeth, wishing for no boils that year. Five-grain rice and aged vegetables are shared, with kite flying, tug-of-war, bridge walking, and rat fire play. Daeboreum games contain wishes for health and good harvest, strengthening village community bonds. Many regions still hold Daeboreum festivals for traditional game experiences today.
Basic Information
- Origin: 한국
- Players: 다수
- Equipment: 다양함
How to Play & Features
Various traditional games are played on Jeongwol Daeboreum (Lunar January 15). Moon viewing involves climbing high places, believing the first to see the full moon gets luck that year. Heat selling has people calling names on Daeboreum morning, shouting "Buy my heat!" to avoid summer heat. Cracking bureom cracks hard nuts like walnuts, chestnuts, and pine nuts with teeth, wishing for no boils that year. Five-grain rice and aged vegetables are shared, with kite flying, tug-of-war, bridge walking, and rat fire play. Daeboreum games contain wishes for health and good harvest, strengthening village community bonds. Many regions still hold Daeboreum festivals for traditional game experiences today.
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.