Setsubun

"Setsubun" is a traditional Japanese event, which falls on either the 3rd or 4th of February.
It is the day that divides two seasons: winter and spring.
On this day, the "Bean-throwing Ceremony" is held at temples and shrines. Celebrities who are "Toshiotoko (a man who was born under the zodiac sign for that year)" are invited to throw these beans.
In the evening, people throw roasted soybeans inside and outside their houses. And the words "Oniwa-soto, Fukuwa-uchi!" meaning "Devils out! Happiness in!" are shouted.

It is a custom to eat as many roasted soybeans as your age.Roasted beans have been used as a charm against demons since ancient times.

Simon enjoyed wearing a devil mask and throwing soybeans toward Bjørn and myself, saying Oniwa soto!


保育園でもやったのか、鬼のお面をみた瞬間、「鬼は外！」と言いながら、ビョァンや私に豆を投げ始めました（＾＾；）