It is currently winter, the coldest season. However, February 3rd is Setsubun, a day dedicated to marking the change of seasons from winter to spring. In this traditional Japanese event, there is a custom known as “mamemaki” or bean throwing. The significance lies in driving away symbolic demons from one’s heart and inviting good fortune from the outside. Following the bean throwing ritual, the arrival of the New Year is celebrated. Personally, I find this experience more resonant than the New Year on January 1st.
February 3rd is a day dedicated to marking the change of seasons from winter to spring.
