Kongzhu

A hollow double-headed whistling spool that is spun and tossed on a string held between two sticks, popular in northern city parks.

How it is played

The player whips the string to spin the spool up, then flips it, catches it on the string and performs tricks such as throws and passes behind the body.

Heritage note

Part of the living heritage of China.

Origins

Usually placed in the era of Modern Heritage (1800 to today), although its exact origins are uncertain, within the cultural world of China.