The diabolo, or Chinese Yoyo, is a juggling folk toy made of wood and bamboo. It is the toy of the last emperor of China, and the favorite “intangible heritage” of famous stars, Chi-ling Lin and Jay Chou. As one of China’s unique folk sports, it was once widespread than today’s square dance.

Address: No. 9, Xiaoxing Hutong, near Baoguo Temple, Xuanwu District, Beijing  北京报国寺小星胡同9号院

Traffic: take subway Line 7 to Guang’anmen Subway Station and get out of Exit B, walk 310 meters.

Opening hours: 9:00 to 16:30 (close on Monday, diaobolo performance and irregular diaobolo class on weekend)