Setsubun (節分) or “seasonal division,” represents the day of the beginning of the spring and is celebrated as part of the Haru Matsuri (Spring Festival) on the 3rd of February. During Setsubun, a ...

This Sunday in Japan, beans will be thrown, demons will be chased, and lucky food will be eaten to welcome Spring, as is done every February 3rd on Setsubun. In the Chicago area, Mitsuwa in ...

Japan celebrates the Setsubun Festival with a unique tradition of throwing beans to drive away evil spirits and bring in good fortune for the year ahead. The lively event is marked by vibrant ...

During Setsubun celebrations in Kyoto, demons and bad luck are banished as people prepare for the start of the new year. As part of the Setsubun Festival at the Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto, Japan ...

In Japanese, setsubun refers to the day before each new season begins. Although this happens four times a year, only Feb. 3 — the start of the new year according to the ancient lunar-based ...

Last Sunday was Setsubun, which literally means the day that separates seasons. This year's Setsubun was a good reminder of the interconnectedness of global issues and the small steps that ...

All three treats are free from preservatives, artificial colors, and flavorings, and they can be bought online as part of the Ehomaki sets on Peppy’s online shop for 2,323 yen. February 3 is Setsubun ...

If you’re looking to celebrate Setsubun in the city centre, head to the Harajuku Jingu-mae shotengai shopping area to watch a yakuharai ritual. This traditional ...

Nike "Setsubun" Court Force: Nike has just released a new Court force which is dedicated to the "Setsubun". In Japan, Setsubun (節分) is the day before the beginning of each season. The name ...

Setsubun is a Japanese festival day held between the second to the fourth days of February. For this year, Setsubun day falls on February 2, 2021. Although it is not a public holiday, the day is ...