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During the Niiname-sai, an ancient Shinto ritual that says thanks for the crops of the previous year [3] and prays for fruitfulness in the following year, [3] the Emperor of Japan says thanks to his gods for the fall harvest. It is held in the Imperial Palace, [3] as well as other shrines including Ise Grand Shrine [3] and Izumo Shrine.
Hatsumōde (初詣, hatsumōde) is one of the major Japanese traditions of the new year, which is the first visit to a Buddhist temple or Shinto shrine visit of the Japanese New Year. [1] Typically taking place on the first, second, or third day of the year, it’s meant to bring a fresh start to the year.
Sapatero Festival - an annual shoe festival showcases the different shoes produced in the Shoe Capital of the Philippines, Marikina. Marikina Christmas Festival - an annual Christmas festival in Marikina showcasing bazaars, amusement parks, concerts, night-out boding, fireworks display and food caravans in 3 key areas in the city, Riverbanks ...
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Chinese New Year [37] February (early Feb.) [37] nationwide Lunar new year celebrations in Filipino-Chinese communities Festival of Hearts [31] [30] February (month long) [31] Tanjay City [31] [30] The Philippine International Arts Festival (PIAF) [30] February (whole month) [30] nationwide [30] Sumilang Festival: Feb 1 to Feb 2: Silang, Cavite ...
' first accomplishment ') – The first shrine visit of the New Year. Hatsuhinode (初日の出, lit. ' First Rising of the Sun ') – The first sunrise of the New Year. Hatsuyume (初夢, lit. ' first dream ') – The first dream that a person has in the New Year. In Shinto, it is believed that the subjects of the first dreams of the year are ...
This festival may occur on both land and water, with the route and destinations typically adhering to established traditions. Costumes and specific rituals often feature as part of the festivities. Occasionally referred to as "O-watari," (お渡り) the festival encompasses a range of ceremonial practices and observances. [8]
Hamaya (Japanese: 破魔矢, lit. evil-destroying arrow) is a type of arrow given at Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples as a Japanese New Year's talisman or sacred tool. It is often paired with a bow called a hama yumi (破魔弓). New Year's Day decoration for a family with a baby boy