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Hinamatsuri, a Festival for Girls
March 3 is the day of "Hinamatsuri" in Japan, when people pray for the healthy growth of girls. They decorate their houses with dolls called…
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Demons out! Fortune in!
In Japan, this is the time when the cold of winter reaches its peak and turns into spring. That day is called Setsubun. Since it was believ…
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Cold Wave Grips Japan and Brings Snow
From 1/20 to 2/3, Japan is at its coldest time of the year. This period is the last of the 24 solar terms called "Daikan." The Japan Meteoro…
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Toji: the winter solstice
The year is divided into 24 periods in Japan. This culture originated in China. Each period lasts almost two weeks, and each has its own nam…
