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Welcoming the Year in Japan — Oshōgatsu Traditions at Home

Welcoming the Year in Japan: Oshōgatsu Traditions at Home
Discover how the New Year is celebrated in Japan with Oshōgatsu traditions, from home preparation and osechi dishes to subtle craft objects and rituals.

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How the Year Ends in Japan — Preparing for a New Beginning

How the Year Ends in Japan: Traditional Year-End Rituals
Explore how the year ends in Japan through traditional rituals such as Ōsōji, shimekazari, kagami mochi, toshikoshi soba, and New Year’s Eve temple bells.