Setsubun (節分)

*****Setsubun (節分)*****

February 3rd

This is the day before the changing of the seasons.
People used to call “setsubun” the day before the changing of the four seasons in Japan, but now people usually refer to it as the day before spring.
On this day, people do mamemaki (豆まき), scattering roasted soybeans
More details about Setsubun.
Why?
Please read this articles for the details.

SETSUBUN / 節分 (February 3rd)
-The Day to Oust Evil Spirits from Your House-

 

 

 

 

 

 

Category : 24 Divisions of The Solar Year , Japanese Culture

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