Setsubun – Bringing Good Fortune In The Japanese New…
By Alexander Brown
The Japanese national festival of setsubun is a day of massive cultural significance to Japan, long serving to drive demons out and usher in good fortune in the new Lunar Year. From the start of January to the start of February, it’s impossible to forget the season, with seasonal sales drives and traditional celebrations taking place at every turn. In this article, we cover the history of setsubun, popular methods of celebration, and how Japanese retailers use it as an opportunity for seasonal marketing.
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