flower playing cards
flower playing cards, 화투
These are Hanafuda, traditional flower playing cards used in Japanese and Korean card games. They feature beautiful pictures of flowers and the moon.
The game is played with 48 cards, each featuring different flowers and images representing each month. It's a representative pastime enjoyed with family, especially during the Lunar New Year.
일본과 한국의 전통 카드 게임인 화투입니다. 꽃과 달을 그린 예쁜 그림이 특징이에요.
매달 다른 꽃과 그림으로 구성된 48장의 카드로 게임을 합니다. 설날에 가족들과 함께 즐기는 대표적인 놀이예요.
Hanafuda originated from a card game introduced by Portuguese traders in the 16th century. In Korea, it's widely known as 'Go-Stop,' and each month is represented with different flowers and plants, expressing the feeling of the seasons.
Even in the digital age, it remains a popular game, with many mobile game versions available. It has become a representative pastime enjoyed during holidays and family gatherings, serving as a communication tool that bridges generations.