In the bustling digital age, the centuries-old Yingge dance 🕺 from Chaoshan in the Chinese mainland is finding new life—thanks to Gen Z’s love for social media! Once a niche cultural gem, this vibrant performance blending martial arts and folklore is now trending online, inspiring young people to embrace traditional etiquette rooted in Confucian philosophy.
Enter Jiu Yue, a 25-year-old influencer shaking up Douyin (China’s TikTok) with sleek tutorials on bowing rituals, tea ceremonies, and the art of ‘li’ (ritual). 🌸 Her videos—watched by millions—prove that ancient customs aren’t just for history books. ‘Li isn’t about rigidity; it’s harmony in motion,’ she explains, showing how these practices foster balance in today’s fast-paced world.
The Yingge revival isn’t just a dance craze. It’s part of a broader wave where young professionals and students blend tradition with modern life. From office workers practicing calligraphy during lunch breaks to entrepreneurs hosting ‘guanxi’ (relationship-building) workshops, Chaoshan’s cultural DNA is going global—one viral post at a time. 💻✨
