Tag: 除夜の鐘
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Hatsumode: How Japanese People Welcome the New Year at Shrines
Introduction: A Quiet but Powerful Start to the Year in Japan In Japan, the New Year is not just a countdown or a party. It is a moment to reset, reflect, and quietly prepare for the year ahead. One of the most important traditions during this time is Hatsumode (初詣) — the first shrine or…