Setsubun, The Bean Throwing Festival

In Japan, some festivals are not to be missed. This is the case of the Setsubun festival which greatly amuses children as well as adults! During this special day, which marks the passage from winter to spring, the Japanese celebrate the new season. Demon hunting, lucky maki discover the strange traditions of Setsubun and the folklore that goes with it. 🌱 On February 3, we celebrate the arrival of spring Each year in Japan, the Setsubun matsuri announces the arrival of spring and the beginning of the new year, according to the ancient lunar calendar. This traditional Japanese festival, known for its bean tossing, takes place on the last day of winter. It usually takes place on February 3rd, but it can vary by one day depending on the position of the stars. On this date, risshun (the beginning of spring) is
In Japan, some festivals are not to be missed. This is the case of the Setsubun festival which greatly amuses children as well as adults! During

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