Japanese Children's Games

By kevin tembouret

Discover the world of Japanese children's games through this must-have illustrated book!

Let yourself be transported into a playful exploration of the Japanese playground, where children have been playing traditional games for generations. Learn the rules for variations on the classic Shifumi (rock-paper-scissors), demon chases (Oni), and many other team-based diversions.

Each game seeks to inspire imagination, thought and creativity. Some are physical, some are mental, and some are both! Discover new ways to play as a group or just the two of you.

This book is perfect for parents, children, nannies, teachers, baby sitters, ... For anyone who loves children or having fun !

• Language: English
• Publisher: kevin tembouret
• Release date: May 21, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223088653

Book preview

Preface

Welcome to this illustrated book on Japanese children's games! You will discover a multitude of entertainments that are played as much in Japanese schools as in city parks.

This book is for all children who want to discover and learn new ways to have fun. But also for parents and other adults! The games I propose are both entertaining and educational, as they encourage players to develop their thinking, coordination and team spirit.

In Japan, children have long had many games that showcase their imagination and creativity. In most of them, each participant has to show physical or mental skills to win the game.

The games presented in this book are varied, ranging from those to be played in pairs to those for groups of more than thirty participants. Their rules are explained as simply as possible and accompanied by childlike illustrations to pique interest, or to get the imagination going: Is it a circle on the ground? No, it's actually an island!

Most of the games in this book feature one or more demons trying to win the game against other children in a group. Demons, also called Oni throughout the book, are mystical creatures (yokai). They add a touch of Japanese culture to the various games offered.

Whether you are a child or an adult, this illustrated book on Japanese children's games will introduce you to Japan in a new light, while having fun.

Kévin Tembouret

The S hopscotch

Sケン- S-ken

Principle of the game

Two teams compete to retrieve their opponent's treasure, hopping around on a very large S drawn on the ground.

The rules of the game

Draw a large S on the floor, capable of holding