[Part 2] Recommended Indoor Activities and Recreation Games for December
December marks the true start of winter, and there are more and more days so cold that it feels tough to go outside.
Even those of you who love playing outdoors and going out are probably spending more time indoors lately, right?
It’s comfortable inside… but maybe a little boring—that’s how many of you might feel.
So in this article, we’re introducing indoor games and recreational activities recommended for December!
There are plenty of ideas that anyone can enjoy, regardless of age, and that will warm you up from the inside out.
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[Part 2] Indoor Activities and Recreation Games Recommended for December (1–10)
Balloon badminton
It’s badminton played with balloons.
Prepare rackets made from paper plates and chopsticks.
Since balloons move slowly, it’s easy for kids to try.
It’s recommended for cold days when you don’t want to go outside but still want to get moving.
Treasure Hunt Game
When it comes to games you can enjoy even in a small room, a treasure hunt comes to mind.
If you hide small items under the sofa, in the bedding, or in the shadows of a bookshelf, they become surprisingly hard to find.
Since the theme is December, it might also be nice to hide Christmas presents.
Indoor snowball fight
I don’t like playing outside because it’s cold, but I still want to feel winter! In that case, how about an indoor snowball fight? We’re using a powder that turns snow-like when mixed with water.
You can’t tell just by looking at it.
You could even make a snowman.
Let’s prepare so we don’t make a mess in the room.
[Part 2] Indoor Activities and Recreation Games Recommended for December (11–20)
karuta (traditional Japanese card game)
How about getting a head start on the New Year by playing karuta? You can use a set for little kids, or go all in with the traditional Hyakunin Isshu—it gets really exciting.
It’s great for learning language, too.
It’s a perfect recreational game for December that both adults and children can enjoy.
Azuki Bean Picking
It’s a game where you pick up and carry small azuki beans with chopsticks.
Many people might remember playing it in the past.
Even adults find it quite challenging.
It also makes good practice for young children using chopsticks.
If you bought azuki beans for New Year’s, give it a try!
Umbrella ball rack
This is a variation of the classic sports day game, tamaire (ball toss), where the basket is a traditional umbrella.
Since it isn’t high up, even small children can play, which is great.
You can use balls made by crumpling up newspaper, too.
It’s a recreational activity best enjoyed with a large group.
mini-golf
How about playing with an indoor putt-putt (mini golf) set? Adjusting your strength and maintaining solid form are important.
The video shows a toy set, but more professional options are also available for purchase.
Enjoy it together with your golf-loving dad.