Japanese New Year Traditions: Oosouji, Food, Temple Bells & More!

Join me as I share my experience celebrating the New Year in Japan! In this video, you'll learn about unique Japanese New Year traditions and rituals, including:
Oosouji: Discover the importance of the big year-end clean-up and how it's connected to welcoming the new year with a fresh start.
Traditional New Year's Food: Learn about Osechi, a special New Year's feast and its significance. Find out why it's prepared in advance. Also, learn about eating soba noodles on New Year's Eve.
Joya no Kane: Uncover the meaning behind the 108 rings of the temple bell.
Hatsumoude: Explore the tradition of the first shrine visit of the year to pray for health and good fortune.
First Sunrise of the Year
Otoso: Sake with special herbs to wish for health and longevity.
Otoshidama: The custom of giving pocket money to children in small envelopes.
Mikoshi: In my hometown, a portable shrine is carried into the sea for water safety.
I hope you enjoy learning about these Japanese New Year's customs. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment to let me know what you think!
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