Rakes, roosters, and beautiful fall foliage–November has arrived! Month Name–Shimotsuki In November, temperatures are beginning to drop, and in areas where there is grass or a bit of garden, you…
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October–What Happens and What to Eat
A conference of the gods at Izumo Taisha Shrine, the Night of the 13th, and the Seven Herbs of Autumn–October is here! Month Name–Kannazuki / Kamiarizuki The wafuu meigetsu ((和風名月,…
July–What Happens and What To Eat
This month, read Japanese literature, make wishes, and send summer gifts and greetings! Month Name–Fumizuki According to the lunisolar calendar, July is called “fumizuki” (文月, Literature Month). In light of…
May–What Happens and What to Eat
Summer has begun! In this post we’ll introduce celebrations, seasonal foods, and fun facts you should know about the month of May. Month Name – Satsuki If you have had…