KamiMukae is a the welcoming time for all the gods of Japan, except Ebisu, to Izumo Taisha, in Shimane prefecture, for their all deity annual meeting.
Labor Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日:新嘗祭 きんろうかんしゃひ : にいなめさい
Labor Thanksgiving Day is held on November 23rd every year and celebrates the hard work done by people everyday whether it is paid or not.
Shōsetsu 小雪 しょうせつ
What and When is Shōsetsu (小雪 しょうせつ)? Shosetsu occures from November 23rd (November 22nd in 2024) to December 6th and means “little snowfall”. It is the second solar term or begins …
Shichi-Go-San 七五三 しちごさん
Shichi-Go-San on November 15th every year is a time to celebrate the growth of children and take some amazingly cute photographs of your child in a kimono!
Rittou 立冬 りっとう : The Start of Winter by the Ancient Chinese Calendar
About The Start of Winter by the Ancient Chinese Calendar The first day of winter by the ancient Chinese calendar (立冬 Rittou) is the day directly between the autumn equinox …
Culture Day in Japan : 文化の日 ぶんかのひ
Culture Day in Japan on November 3rd every year is a time to celebrated peace and to recognize cultural achievements. It’s also a work holilday!