{"title":"Setsubun (節分)","description":"In the traditional calendar, 'Risshun (立春)' marks the onset of spring and was once considered the start of the new year. A unique Japanese tradition takes place on 'Setsubun (節分),' the day before Risshun, where people scatter beans while chanting '鬼は外! 福は内! (Fortune in! Demons out!)' to ward off evil spirits (misfortunes).","products":[{"product_id":"washi-paper-ornament-red-demon-blue-demon","title":"Washi paper ornament (Red Demon, Blue Demon)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Setsubun' is a traditional Japanese event that marks the division between winter and spring. Spring, revered as the start of a new year, is welcomed with open arms. On this day, the customary ritual of \"Mame-maki\" (bean throwing) is observed in homes and at shrines and temples. People scatter beans while chanting \"Fuku wa uchi! Oni wa soto!\" (Fortune in! Demons out!) to drive away disasters and illnesses, which are symbolically represented by demons and believed to be more prevalent at the turn of the seasons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncluded in our Setsubun collection are small, palm-sized red and blue demons, each containing a bell inside. Bells are considered talismans to ward off evil, and their sound is seen as sacred, an offering to the gods. The demons have a small hole at the bottom, just large enough to prevent the bell from falling out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize:\u003cbr\u003e　　Red Demon: Approximately 5.5 × 5.2 × 5.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e　　Blue Demon: Approximately 5.5 × 5.2 × 6.0 cm\u003cbr\u003eContents: One Red Demon and one Blue Demon each.\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medetaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47300944822603,"sku":"300634500112","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/240.jpg?v=1759238662"},{"product_id":"miniature-ornament-demon-and-beans","title":"Miniature ornament (Demon and Beans)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Setsubun' is a traditional Japanese event that marks the division between winter and spring. Spring, revered as the start of a new year, is welcomed with open arms. On this day, the customary ritual of \"\"Mame-maki\"\" (bean throwing) is observed in homes and at shrines and temples. People scatter beans while chanting \"\"Fuku wa uchi! Oni wa soto!\"\" (Fortune in! Demons out!) to drive away disasters and illnesses, which are symbolically represented by demons and believed to be more prevalent at the turn of the seasons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Setsubun ensemble, inspired by the prayer for overcoming the harsh winter and welcoming a bright spring, features a meticulously crafted actor's red demon mask, a masu box filled with beans, and a holly branch adorned with sardines, all delicately fashioned from washi paper. The entire set is compact enough to fit in the palm of your hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe demon mask is uniquely designed with a wire instead of the traditional elastic band, allowing it to be easily placed over miniature figures or other small objects for display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize: \u003cbr\u003e Bean-filled Masu Box: Width 5.0 × Depth 5.0 × Height 5.0cm\u003cbr\u003e Demon Mask: Width 4.5 × Depth 1.6 × Height 6.0cm\u003cbr\u003e Sardine-Adorned Holly: Width 4.5 × Height 6.0cm\u003cbr\u003eContents: \u003cbr\u003e One bean-filled masu box, one demon mask, one sardine-adorned holly decoration, and three beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medetaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47300954095947,"sku":"300631000456","price":17.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/242.jpg?v=1759238656"},{"product_id":"mini-wreaths-setsubun-plum-blossoms","title":"Mini-Wreaths (Setsubun, Plum blossoms)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming set features two types of wreaths: the 'Setsubun' wreath, packed with the spirit of Setsubun including red ogres, beans, sardines, and holly leaves, and the 'Ume' wreath, adorned with the heralds of spring - plum blossoms and Japanese bush warblers. Each wreath is a petite size that can fit in the palm of your hand, intricately crafted from washi paper to encapsulate the essence of early spring. Equipped with a wire, they can be easily hung on walls or used to decorate items like calendars.\u003cbr\u003eSize:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e - Setsubun: Width 6.5 × Depth 1.0 × Height 6.0 cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e - Ume: Width 6.0 × Depth 1.0 × Height 6.0 cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContents: A set of two wreaths, Setsubun and Ume\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medetaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47300962648395,"sku":"300632000062","price":14.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/243.jpg?v=1759238652"},{"product_id":"tenugui-setsubun","title":"Tenugui (Setsubun)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetsubun, meaning \"seasonal division,\" is a traditional Japanese event that marks the transition from winter to spring, celebrated annually around February 3rd. It is believed to bring good fortune and drive away evil spirits. A key ritual during Setsubun is throwing roasted soybeans, known as mamemaki, while chanting \"Oni wa soto! Fuku wa uchi!\" (Demons out! Fortune in!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Setsubun-themed tenugui features symbolic designs, such as lucky beans and ogres (oni) motifs. These versatile cloths can be used as decorations, gifts, or practical everyday items, all while adding a touch of Japanese tradition to your home. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy simply inserting this \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Rod for Tenugui Tapestries\" href=\"https:\/\/chidori-japan.com\/products\/rod-for-tenugui-tapestries\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erod\u003c\/a\u003e into the top and bottom of a tenugui, you can easily create a tapestry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Todaya-shoten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51087503065419,"sku":"100140000640","price":16.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/files\/tenugui_setsubun2.jpg?v=1759237545"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6081\/1851\/collections\/240.jpg?v=1759311242","url":"https:\/\/chidori-japan.com\/fi\/collections\/setsubun.oembed","provider":"Chidori Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}