3 February, moon in Scorpio,
the 23rd day of the 13th lunar month.
Setsubun; the day before the beginning of Spring or the bean-throwing ceremony.
Beans are believed to blow away hardships over the past year
and to bring good luck in the next year.
and to bring good luck in the next year.
We spell repeatedly 'Oni wa soto (Evils out)', 'Fuku wa uchi (Luck in)'
during the ceremony.
during the ceremony.
This temple gives away snacks to people who
could not catch a bean. Surprising!
↑ Japanese trick or treat? Thank you very much!