February
February is when the annual Setsubun Event is held throughout Japan. Be sure to enjoy the unique experience of exorcising evil spirits, praying for good health, and eating the ceremonial beans. February is also the season when the plum trees are in full bloom.
February
Shrines and temples hold rites to exorcise demons at an event marking the start of spring according to the lunar cale 【more...】
The original significance of setsubun is to mark the day before the seasons change. Nowadays, this term is chiefly appl 【more...】
Geisha and Maiko (apprentice Geisha) host "Nodate" (an outdoor tea ceremony) beneath the plum blossoms during the Baika 【more...】
