China is such a diverse and dynamic culture. So happy that I am now living in China. Only when you come to China can you realize how vibrant and enthusiastic the people are.
China has many cultures, and it seems each one tries to outdo the others to be more colorful and amazing. more people need to watch videos like these to get a small taste, but until you go there to experience china with all your senses, you can't know how great China and its people really are. i hope to go back one day.
In SE Asia, the tradition of medium trance possession and swinging palanquins are best seen during the 9 Emperor gods birthday celebrations which starts on the eve of the 9th month of the Chinese calendar. It lasts for 9 days during which devotees turn vegetarians to maintain ritual purity. The mediums and the palanquins parade from a beach to the local temple where elaborate rituals are performed to welcome and entertain the deities. Often, feats of physical immolations are performed by the medium, such as piercings of cheeks with long skewers and blades. After the 9 days the deities are sent off from the beach from whence they were supposed to have arrived.
In KL Ampang Kau Ong Ya festival, on the 9th evening finale many devotees participated in the fire walking ceremony which the faithfuls believe the victory of good over evil 🙏
Wow!! like every other places in China got their own way of worshipping,, Big Thanks to You Ms. Yan for bringing us to almost all rituals around China and witness the uniqueness of their belief.
Thank you for this video! I am an overseas chinese and my father’s family originally came from Putien in the 1900s. I wasn’t able to ask my grandparents about tradition and what it was like. I’m really happy i found this video and got to see some part of my cultural heritage!
This practice in also done in Malaysia during the 9th month of the lunar calendar 9 God Emperor. The Malaysian of Hindu faith also practice this during The Thaipusam. The spirit will process the tai tong. Thank you Yan for a very good video clip.
I love the fact that Chinese people are so united during these traditional events, not only in this video but many others as well, it really shows why China is developing so fast. 来自俄罗斯的问候！
Thank you Yan for another interesting glimpse into Chinese culture. This used to be the practice here too (Malaysia) but it's hardly found in the cities only in the towns and villages.
Yep...there is some similarity to our festival here too but not so elaborate, reminded me of the swinging sedan chairs in my hometown too and this is mainly celebrated by the hokkien community (I am from a small island in East Malaysia). But the traditions carried over from our ancestors is very much alive across the Chinese World. And thank you for your effort.
Yan, I’m loving your vlogs, especially those within China, my experience was of a welcoming, curious people and so very humble. And the food was magical. One thing if it has an interest for you also, fore was the traditional style of building with no metal fasteners and also the tile roofs and decorations. I was so impressed with the Forbidden City, now showing its age, it must have been a truely magnificent sight in its prime
There are so many meanings in every move, every gesture, and every decoration. After they are explained then the activities make sense. Believe in diety or not, these celebrations bring the whole village or town together with a common goal - celebrate the past, present, and future wishing everyone prosperity and good health. Thanks Yan.
Its similar to India When I traveled to India, (southern region) I saw that they also have similar tradition, while worshiping ,the god/deity possess him/her and dance to the traditional music and many people give money,rice, pulses,etc as offerings and pray that everything goes well in life It was an amazing trip , and I have decided that my next trip is going to be 🇨🇳 china
Just watched 3 videos (Anxi and Putien) Marvelous. How people celebrate New year festivals in small cities or towns. People are friendly and keen to explain the rituals. Snake like lantern parade is quite eye catching. Yan thanks for showing and explaining unknown China. 👍
I’ve been catching up on all your videos of your travels. They are thoroughly enjoyable. Well done on your super presentations. You are a great ambassador for your country, China. Many regards.
In my home town, in the city of Bagansiapiapi, Rokan Hilir Regency, Riau Province, Sumatra, Indonesia, We also carry out the same tradition, because our ancestors came from Fujian Province, China.
Fascinating. There is already so much to see in Fujian alone. Thank you, Yan. Envious of you for being there to see and participate in these cultural celebrations "live". Where to next? Looking forward to "our" next trip already. 😁
Well! Talk about your "old time religion"! I never heard of any of this, even as a distant rumor. It seems like there's no end to China, that the more you look the more you see... I am really enjoying the "village" aspect, we see so much of giant cities where all the buildings light up. That's great, and very impressive to see, but I don't live that way NOW, I like to see a smaller city or town that has it's own kind of food and celebrations and style of buildings.... There are so many cities in China that I have never heard of that are still over a half-million people, or a few million! I think they have a bright future in internal tourism....
hello I just want to say Hi, I only came across your channel a couple of days ago and I must say thank you. It is amazing, each episode is put together so well and has such a high quality. I have really enjoyed watching the channel. I also think in the future. these episodes will be so amazing to look back at to see how life was. keep up the great work.
The Sedan Chair has got a name in Arabic it is called: Al Hawdaj... We usually put it on the camel's or the horse's back for a bride to take shelter in before marching her in a large crowd towards the groom's home...!
I have noticed from your videos that the hotel roons in China come with good desk where you can put a laptop on top and do some work. Very easy to read the translation in this video with the dark background. Your English is good but there is so much information when you speak with locals. I never imagined China to be so diverse in culture, ethnicities and ancient traditions. Its almost like a world within a world.
jan thong is like a medium who will go into a trance to allow physical manifestation of spirits. In north east china, the 2nd day of the 2nd month also signifies the end of the new year celebrations. before the 2nd month 2nd day, no one is allowed to cut their hair and their hair can only be cut after 2/2.
I wouldn't worry about making mistakes Yan. Everyone makes mistakes. You are doing a great job. Thank you. Ive always wanted to visit China and you have shown me more about China than I could have seen myself. If I ever get the chance to visit, you have given me so many choices to choose from. All beautiful cities. The people are amazing and most seem approachable. Thank you Miss for everything you have done. 🤗
Hi Yan, I have seen some similarities between "JITONG" and what we call "Médium" in Brazil or Channeler in english spoken countries. A kind of Spirit using the body of a person, a medium or a channeler, so the spirit can send some message to those that are watching. So far, I am very glad with your work. Thank you a lot.🙏
thank you so much for your amazings videos ! You always make me smile ! I always wanted to visit rural/countryside china, your youtube chanel is the reason that I'm learning mandarin and cantonese to be able to converse a bit more easily before learning the bases differents dialects( and more) from the parts of china that I will be visiting ! thank you so much for that !
Didn't know there are such elaborate celebrations over Chinese new year, always thought it was mainly a family celebration and I often hear to stay away this time of year because transport is largely sold out and it's extremely busy at the tourist attractions.
Incredible culture, you know that they bring this tradition overseas ? In west Borneo, Singkawang (Indonesia) every year, days 15 Lunar New year, they celebrate it with this kinda tradition pretty similar, the Jitong, the carried sedan chair etc and what confused me was Singkawang mostly dominated by Hakka (Hailufeng) not Putien. In Singkawang Jitong called Tatung.
Im amazed by your videos Yan. This tradition also seems to be so similar to india. Recently there was also a movie made about it called kantara. Fascinating to see the similarities
Yan, These celebrations are similar to those in South East Asia and Taiwan. But, I have not seen the sugar cane tower. These traditions, I believe they originated from 太平天囯 Era. Thanks for the video.
I'm Singaporean too. Singapore in the 1960's and 70's had such festivals, probably similar to Malaysia's version of the 9th month for the 9 Emperor (Gao Ong Ya in Hokkien). In fact, my older brother was once a medium in one of this festivals. Like big cities in China, Singapore has lost such big festivals. Maybe in a more rural temple like Loyang you might see a small version of it.
What a fascinating revelation. These exact same rituals are celebrated in various states of India. Specifically in Himalayan states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand in Northern India. Great Video.
Hi Yan thanks again. When I was young in Kuching Malaysia I saw people processed by diety . Kuching people are hokkien so I supposed they bring the tradition to Kuching
I am from India ( Uttarakhand) and that thing that person taken over by deity and the sedan chair (We call it doli) are very similar ....I thought it happens only here ....that surprised me!.
I didn't know this tradition is still preserved in Putian. We have this festival in Southern states of Malaysia (Melaka & Johor) too. It's known as Wakang.
Those two light taps on the back with the axe. Feels like the Jitong of the Chinese mainland had been banned from the traditional self-mutilation, which is a good thing. In Taiwan and much of the SEA it often gets bloody.
Yan, we especially appreciate when you take us to places where there are fireworks, since we can tell by the look on your face that all that noise is NOT your favorite! Xie xie!
Thank you, Yan, for sharing the rich local cultures in China. They are all so interesting and colorful. I hope you don’t take offense, but I just want to point out that Memorize is 记住 Memorialize is 纪念 In the context of your video, I think the proper word is “memorializing” certain gods.
In Indonesia we have this similar tradition medium trance (jitong), they are called "Thang Sien", I don't know which dialect of chinese language it comes from, please let me know if you know it ms.Yan, thanks
China is such a diverse and dynamic culture. So happy that I am now living in China. Only when you come to China can you realize how vibrant and enthusiastic the people are.
I agree, lived in China for five years… and miss it!
China has many cultures, and it seems each one tries to outdo the others to be more colorful and amazing. more people need to watch videos like these to get a small taste, but until you go there to experience china with all your senses, you can't know how great China and its people really are. i hope to go back one day.
In SE Asia, the tradition of medium trance possession and swinging palanquins are best seen during the 9 Emperor gods birthday celebrations which starts on the eve of the 9th month of the Chinese calendar. It lasts for 9 days during which devotees turn vegetarians to maintain ritual purity. The mediums and the palanquins parade from a beach to the local temple where elaborate rituals are performed to welcome and entertain the deities. Often, feats of physical immolations are performed by the medium, such as piercings of cheeks with long skewers and blades. After the 9 days the deities are sent off from the beach from whence they were supposed to have arrived.
In KL Ampang Kau Ong Ya festival, on the 9th evening finale many devotees participated in the fire walking ceremony which the faithfuls believe the victory of good over evil 🙏
Wow!! like every other places in China got their own way of worshipping,, Big Thanks to You Ms. Yan for bringing us to almost all rituals around China and witness the uniqueness of their belief.
Such amazing and colorful rituals and celebrations. Thank you for sharing these usually unseen parts of Chinese culture with us.
I'm from Poland and I'm in love with yours Chinese traditions. I'm very grateful that you show us about normal life ❤️
Thank you for this video! I am an overseas chinese and my father’s family originally came from Putien in the 1900s. I wasn’t able to ask my grandparents about tradition and what it was like. I’m really happy i found this video and got to see some part of my cultural heritage!
Best travel videos! Thank you from one lady traveler to another 🥰
Thank you :)
This practice in also done in Malaysia during the 9th month of the lunar calendar 9 God Emperor. The Malaysian of Hindu faith also practice this during The Thaipusam. The spirit will process the tai tong. Thank you Yan for a very good video clip.
I love the fact that Chinese people are so united during these traditional events, not only in this video but many others as well, it really shows why China is developing so fast.
来自俄罗斯的问候！
Thank you Yan for another interesting glimpse into Chinese culture. This used to be the practice here too (Malaysia) but it's hardly found in the cities only in the towns and villages.
Yep...there is some similarity to our festival here too but not so elaborate, reminded me of the swinging sedan chairs in my hometown too and this is mainly celebrated by the hokkien community (I am from a small island in East Malaysia). But the traditions carried over from our ancestors is very much alive across the Chinese World. And thank you for your effort.
Nice video! I want to see more celebration in China c:
The more I watch unseen China , the more I understand the culture and festivities of Chinese in the oldest chinatown outside China .😍
Thanks for sharing another great video Yan. I know it takes tons of effort to produce such videos. Good job.
Looks like fun and spiritual
OMG. Never seen it in my life even I am the oversea Hokkien. Thanks for filming that tradition.
You can see this in Malaysia and Singapore too on 9th Day of Chinese New Year.
Yan, I’m loving your vlogs, especially those within China, my experience was of a welcoming, curious people and so very humble. And the food was magical. One thing if it has an interest for you also, fore was the traditional style of building with no metal fasteners and also the tile roofs and decorations. I was so impressed with the Forbidden City, now showing its age, it must have been a truely magnificent sight in its prime
There are so many meanings in every move, every gesture, and every decoration. After they are explained then the activities make sense. Believe in diety or not, these celebrations bring the whole village or town together with a common goal - celebrate the past, present, and future wishing everyone prosperity and good health. Thanks Yan.
Every nation have it's unique tradition and culture it's amazing to see. Thanks for sharing the Chinese people celebrating some of their new years
Its similar to India
When I traveled to India, (southern region) I saw that they also have similar tradition, while worshiping ,the god/deity possess him/her and dance to the traditional music and many people give money,rice, pulses,etc as offerings and pray that everything goes well in life
It was an amazing trip , and I have decided that my next trip is going to be 🇨🇳 china
Just watched 3 videos (Anxi and Putien) Marvelous. How people celebrate New year festivals in small cities or towns. People are friendly and keen to explain the rituals. Snake like lantern parade is quite eye catching. Yan thanks for showing and explaining unknown China. 👍
I’ve been catching up on all your videos of your travels. They are thoroughly enjoyable. Well done on your super presentations. You are a great ambassador for your country, China.
Many regards.
In my home town, in the city of Bagansiapiapi, Rokan Hilir Regency, Riau Province, Sumatra, Indonesia, We also carry out the same tradition, because our ancestors came from Fujian Province, China.
Fascinating. There is already so much to see in Fujian alone. Thank you, Yan.
Envious of you for being there to see and participate in these cultural celebrations "live". Where to next? Looking forward to "our" next trip already. 😁
Enjoyed this video. I saw the very similar Mazu festival in Taiwan. Your explanation has made it understandable.
Thank you Yan for sharing with us another interesting picture of Chinese culture. I really enjoyed following your journey. 👍
Thanks!
Thank you!
真是个宝藏频道
Well! Talk about your "old time religion"! I never heard of any of this, even as a distant rumor. It seems like there's no end to China, that the more you look the more you see... I am really enjoying the "village" aspect, we see so much of giant cities where all the buildings light up. That's great, and very impressive to see, but I don't live that way NOW, I like to see a smaller city or town that has it's own kind of food and celebrations and style of buildings.... There are so many cities in China that I have never heard of that are still over a half-million people, or a few million! I think they have a bright future in internal tourism....
So many tradition...informative.
hello I just want to say Hi, I only came across your channel a couple of days ago and I must say thank you. It is amazing, each episode is put together so well and has such a high quality. I have really enjoyed watching the channel. I also think in the future. these episodes will be so amazing to look back at to see how life was. keep up the great work.
Thank you for showing us around China.You look so cheerful and happy love the way you laugh 😀👍
The Sedan Chair has got a name in Arabic it is called: Al Hawdaj... We usually put it on the camel's or the horse's back for a bride to take shelter in before marching her in a large crowd towards the groom's home...!
I have noticed from your videos that the hotel roons in China come with good desk where you can put a laptop on top and do some work. Very easy to read the translation in this video with the dark background. Your English is good but there is so much information when you speak with locals. I never imagined China to be so diverse in culture, ethnicities and ancient traditions. Its almost like a world within a world.
jan thong is like a medium who will go into a trance to allow physical manifestation of spirits. In north east china, the 2nd day of the 2nd month also signifies the end of the new year celebrations. before the 2nd month 2nd day, no one is allowed to cut their hair and their hair can only be cut after 2/2.
Surprisingly in Malaysia we are practicing n have almost identical but during the nine emperors festival falls in September every years.
We also have it in Kelantan where people eating vegetarian during it. Also in Phuket, Thailand.
That looks like so much fun! It's like the whole community is involved!
I wouldn't worry about making mistakes Yan. Everyone makes mistakes. You are doing a great job. Thank you. Ive always wanted to visit China and you have shown me more about China than I could have seen myself. If I ever get the chance to visit, you have given me so many choices to choose from. All beautiful cities. The people are amazing and most seem approachable. Thank you Miss for everything you have done. 🤗
Thank you for showing us around. My grandfather is from Putien. At least it give me a glimpse of it. Will definitely visit Putien someday :)
Hi Yan, I have seen some similarities between "JITONG" and what we call "Médium" in Brazil or Channeler in english spoken countries. A kind of Spirit using the body of a person, a medium or a channeler, so the spirit can send some message to those that are watching. So far, I am very glad with your work. Thank you a lot.🙏
Another amazing video, with great explanations and editing, thanks v much ❤ .
thank you so much for your amazings videos ! You always make me smile ! I always wanted to visit rural/countryside china, your youtube chanel is the reason that I'm learning mandarin and cantonese to be able to converse a bit more easily before learning the bases differents dialects( and more) from the parts of china that I will be visiting ! thank you so much for that !
Didn't know there are such elaborate celebrations over Chinese new year, always thought it was mainly a family celebration and I often hear to stay away this time of year because transport is largely sold out and it's extremely busy at the tourist attractions.
As a Putianese, I learned something that I didn't even know before from your video. Well done!
Interesting to see how Chinese in China celebrate spring festival
Incredible culture, you know that they bring this tradition overseas ? In west Borneo, Singkawang (Indonesia) every year, days 15 Lunar New year, they celebrate it with this kinda tradition pretty similar, the Jitong, the carried sedan chair etc and what confused me was Singkawang mostly dominated by Hakka (Hailufeng) not Putien. In Singkawang Jitong called Tatung.
Very very interesting !!
There are similar traditions in India so we can relate to what is going on.........really fascinating and amazing vlog !!!
Im amazed by your videos Yan. This tradition also seems to be so similar to india. Recently there was also a movie made about it called kantara. Fascinating to see the similarities
Love the mix between the ancient and the new. Gods and colorful LED lights.
That is amazing
Thanks Yan 🌄 ☕♥️
Yan, These celebrations are similar to those in South East Asia and Taiwan. But, I have not seen the sugar cane tower. These traditions, I believe they originated from 太平天囯 Era. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for the show , we all love to see the culture over there.
Very nice vedio on procession and prayer of deity god.
I am a Singaporean Fujian but did not know such tradition existed. Thanks for sharing Tan.
I'm Singaporean too. Singapore in the 1960's and 70's had such festivals, probably similar to Malaysia's version of the 9th month for the 9 Emperor (Gao Ong Ya in Hokkien). In fact, my older brother was once a medium in one of this festivals. Like big cities in China, Singapore has lost such big festivals. Maybe in a more rural temple like Loyang you might see a small version of it.
Thks....
What a fascinating revelation. These exact same rituals are celebrated in various states of India.
Specifically in Himalayan states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand in Northern India.
Great Video.
i love the function of a jitong
nice channel, i like it ❤, keep up the good work, thanks for sharing
Should visit 涵江 for the fire walking and 江口 for the fire eating next year ! 😊
very interesting. thank you
Thank You Little Chinese Ms. Yan,,,
Very interesting coverage
By far the best China channel out there, so underrated. I miss going to China for work, I went 5 times before the lockdowns and wanted to move so bad.
Wow!
this was sooo cool. we.l done.
Hi Yan thanks again. When I was young in Kuching Malaysia I saw people processed by diety . Kuching people are hokkien so I supposed they bring the tradition to Kuching
very interesting episode u blogged,thanks miss yan,about the taoism still practised in this part of china,good and prosperous year to u
I am from India ( Uttarakhand) and that thing that person taken over by deity and the sedan chair (We call it doli) are very similar ....I thought it happens only here ....that surprised me!.
Hello from Canada! Great videos!
I didn't know this tradition is still preserved in Putian. We have this festival in Southern states of Malaysia (Melaka & Johor) too. It's known as Wakang.
I Love your blog! Hello from Philippines 😉
❤Intresting to watch❤thank you❤, dear 😊Yan
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The intermediary of the deity is called a medium... They go into a trance during the ceremony
Thank you ☺️❣️ - I appreciate the original. _Without the EL-der root, what is the tree?_
Yes very big room
情人节快了
谢谢啊YAN姐😎
Thanks YAN. Amazing CHINA. Hope one fine day you can show us YINGGE DANCE / ENGKOR BU. ✌️ ✌️ ✌️
The spiritual possession was a bit 😢 for me, but I loved the colours and the people celebrating together 😊👍🌸
Those two light taps on the back with the axe. Feels like the Jitong of the Chinese mainland had been banned from the traditional self-mutilation, which is a good thing. In Taiwan and much of the SEA it often gets bloody.
Thanks Yan for the video. My dad from Putien but I have not been there.
Hello! What is the purpose of knifes and blades on the chairs? Does the evil spirit sit on knife chair and being cut? 8:50
Thanks Yan
👍👍👍👍👍
هذا هذه الاحتفال في عموم الصين ام يقتصر على هذه المدينة فقط؟
شكرا جزيلا لك.
你很快就会走红! 视频都很酷！从个老外
Yan, we especially appreciate when you take us to places where there are fireworks, since we can tell by the look on your face that all that noise is NOT your favorite! Xie xie!
Yes, she may have been frightened by exceptionally loud sounds as a toddler. Just kidding 😀
Now I know why the sedan chairs sway 👍
KamSia aYan.
挺热闹，挺好玩的，但是我看的时候就在想，菩萨被这样转来转去，不头晕吗？😅😅😅
Thank you, Yan, for sharing the rich local cultures in China. They are all so interesting and colorful.
I hope you don’t take offense, but I just want to point out that
Memorize is 记住
Memorialize is 纪念
In the context of your video, I think the proper word is “memorializing” certain gods.
Indonesia Singkawang Jitong are the real ones 😊 you can stab them with knife but they're unscathed. I am not kidding.
Similar in Kelantan and Pattani...
In Indonesia we have this similar tradition medium trance (jitong), they are called "Thang Sien", I don't know which dialect of chinese language it comes from, please let me know if you know it ms.Yan, thanks
👏👏🙏🙏
8:20 sedan chair = palanquin
Yes, it's called sedan