This might seem unusual to some, but it’s actually a cherished Japanese tradition celebrated during Setsubun. As spring approaches — a season full of energy and renewal — Setsubun is all about ...

Children throw beans during a ceremony to drive away evil spirits and bring good luck at the annual Setsubun Festival at the Sensoji temple in Tokyo. Photo: Behrouz MEHRI / AFP (modified by author) ...

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Embracing the spirit of Setsubun, the traditional day signifying the seasonal transition, the “Setsubun Yakuyoke Kigan Taisai” (Setsubun Evil-Warding Prayer Grand Festival) is a vibrant testament to ...