Mizuki KawashukudaIn Japan, the first month of the year is called “Shogatsu,” and various events are held to celebrate the New Year from January 1 to 7. One of the traditions during this time is for families to gather together and eat a special dish...
In Japan, there is a traditional custom of cleaning up at the end of the year to welcome the New Year with a refreshed mind. This custom originated in the event called “Susuharai,” held at court in the Heian era, from the late 8th...
