新年遊戲

第031篇｜羽子板（Hagoita）：新年祝福與優雅遊戲 | Toy Series Vol.031｜Hagoita: A Graceful Game of New Year Blessings《玩具社》

羽子板（Hagoita）是日本傳統新年遊戲與裝飾品之一，常與「羽根突き」一同出現。玩家以木製羽子板擊打羽毛球，象徵驅邪避厄與祈求健康。隨著時代演變，羽子板亦發展成精緻的工藝品，板面裝飾華麗人物與浮雕圖案，成為節慶文化的重要象徵。它結合娛樂與祝福，既是童年遊戲，也是承載歷史與藝術的文化載體。

Hagoita is a traditional Japanese paddle used in the New Year game called Hanetsuki. Players use the wooden paddle to hit a shuttlecock, symbolizing the warding off of evil and the wish for good health. Over time, hagoita evolved beyond a simple toy into an elaborate decorative craft, often adorned with intricate designs and raised images of historical or theatrical figures. It represents both play and cultural expression, blending festive joy with artistic heritage.