Beigoma (Spinning Top)

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Let's play beigoma tops.
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A spinning top usually has a pole, but a beigoma top doesn't have one.
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First, let's wind string around the top. Tie the end of the string twice to make two knots.
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Place the string on the end of the top. Make the first winding at the summit of the top between the two knots.
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Wind the string around knots once and tighten.
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Then wind the remaining part of string lightly.
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Now spin the beigoma top. The board on which the beigoma is released is called a toko. Put your right leg as close to the toko board as you can.
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Lower your hip and throw the top softly as you place it in the center of the board. Slide it forward and pull.
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Now, let's play a game with beigoma. The one that continues to spin longest on the toko will win. Throw your tops altogether while saying "chitchi no chi."