When Should You Take Down Shimekazari? A Complete Guide to Japanese New Year Decoration Customs
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Understanding Shimekazari and Japanese New Year Decorations Shimekazari (しめ縄飾り) is a sacred rope decoration made of rice straw that has been an integral part of Japanese New Year traditions for centuries. These decorations serve as temporary dwelling places for deities during the New Year period and are traditionally hung above doorways and gates to purify […]