Kendama’s history traces back to the French game “bilboquet” from the 16th century, which was introduced to Japan around the late 18th century. The modern Japanese kendama was developed in Hiroshima in 1919 by Hamaji Egusa, who added the side cups, and it was later mass-produced and evolved into the well-known version today, transforming from an adult drinking game into a popular children’s toy and sport. | Frank Chiles
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