New Year’s Eve in Tokyo (video)
If you’re looking for a unique way to spend New Year’s this year, Japan might be the place. Read more about New Year’s in Tokyo and what to expect.
Climbing Mt. Fuji at Night
There were 10 of us in the beginning.
I reach out to high-five the passing Dutchman as I cling to a divot in the cold, looming rock above and gasp for breath. “Great job! You got this!” he called out, as he swung himself up to the path above.
Setsubun Spring Festival in Japan
Thanks for the sweet words Sarah! I'd definitely recommend looking into any festivals or holidays when you visit Japan, there's…
Setsubun, literally translated as “seasonal division,” is a unique celebration in Japan in which people honor the changing season with the special ritual of mamemaki, or bean throwing. This festival is held every year on February 3rd, on the eve of spring in Japan. The changing of the season is very important in Japan, similar to the New Year, as it is thought to be a time of cleansing and welcoming good spirits for the coming year.
This celebration is honored with bean-throwing festivals all over the country. The night of Setsubun, people solidify their luck by eating a traditional makizushi roll called ehōmaki.
Top 5: The Best of Japan
Thank you, Tom! You're right, the unique selection of Kit Kat flavors is also pretty fantastic. Great site and interesting…
Japan is a wonderfully strange place. Only recently have Western influences started to have any kind of affect; for the most part Japan retains its unique balance of rich history and tradition against the highly modern and technically advanced. What truly makes Japan special is the respect for detail, quality, and simplicity that goes into all things.
New Year’s in Tokyo
Hi Mary! There is no entrance fee for Zojoji. We arrived by 11pm, and had plenty of time to squeeze…
If you’re looking for a unique way to spend New Year’s this year, Tokyo might be the place.
Shogatsu, the New Year, is considered to be the most important holiday in Japan. Most businesses shut down from December 31st – January 3rd while people spend time at home with their family and loved ones. Several noteworthy customs take place over these few days, including the ritual of hatsumode, or the first temple visit of the year.
We decided to skip the party and fireworks this year, and participate in a traditional Japanese New Year.
Best Places to Celebrate New Year’s
According to my experience New York is one of the best place to celebrate the New Year. I really love…
I love the universality of New Year’s. Regardless of race, religion, or ethnicity, almost everyone in the world joins in celebration of a new year.
In Spain, they eat grapes with each chime of the clock during the 10-second countdown to midnight. In Greece, people hang an onion on their door to symbolize rebirth for the New Year. In Denmark, it is custom to throw dishes on a neighbor’s doorstep as a message of friendship and prosperity.
And in a great many countries, New Year’s Eve is celebrated with beautiful displays of fireworks, extravagant parties, music, and dancing. These are 10 of the most fantastic New Year’s celebrations from around the world.
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