Setsubun-sai: Japan’s New Year’s Bean Throwing Celebration

Shinto traditions of the Setsubun-sai festival. Setsubun-sai (seasonal division) is an ancient Shinto celebration that marks the start of the Japanese New Year.[/tweetit] Shinto

Valentine Pagan

The Darkness of Valentine’s Day and its Pagan Origins

Exploring the Pagan roots of the Valentine’s Day holiday. Regardless of race and religion, almost every couple in the world celebrates Valentine’s Day. In

Setsubun

The Japanese Setsubun: New Year’s Bean Throwing Celebration

Traditions of Japan's Setsubun On February 3, the Japanese people will be celebrating its annual Setsubun tradition as part of the upcoming Spring Festival.