It’s almost Jūsanya, so we tried making moon-inspired pumpkin rice cake–with only three ingredients! As we mentioned in our last post, Jūgoya, “the Night of the 15th” or the moon…
Tag: Japanese traditions
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…
Oshougatsu Part 1: How to Prepare for New Year’s Day
新年あけましておめでとうございます。 Shinnen akemashite omedetou gozaimasu! （Belated) Happy New Year! 2021 has already begun, but in case you missed any New Year’s prep and want to be better prepared for next year, or if…