It is, without a doubt, the most important family celebration in the country and still retains some aspects of traditional japan.
32+ New Year Decoration In Japan Pics. These decorations have roots in shinto, the indigenous faith of the japanese and are meant to usher in the new year gods. A few days before the year ends, major house cleaning happens in every household.
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Traditional oshogatsu (new year) decorations are available at many shops around the new year. The japanese new year (正月, shōgatsu) is an annual festival with its own customs. Since 1873, the official japanese new year has been celebrated according to the gregorian calendar, on january 1 of each year, new year's day (元日, ganjitsu).
Have you been to japan during the new year?
The japanese new year (正月, shōgatsu) is an annual festival with its own customs. First sunrise and other firsts. Last year (2018) we had the opportunity to spend it at the popular isawa onsen (石和温泉) in yamanashi prefecture. With celebrations extending until january 3rd, new year in japan is largely a quiet, solemn, family affair.
