節分
setsubun
Common
N3
noun
Translations
1.
Setsubun (seasonal division)
2.
Bean-throwing festival
Notes
Setsubun is a traditional Japanese event held on February 3rd or 4th, marking the end of winter and the beginning of spring. It involves the custom of throwing roasted soybeans to drive away evil spirits and bring good fortune.
Tags
Examples
節分には豆をまきます。
Setsubun ni wa mame o makimasu.
On Setsubun, we throw beans.
節分は春の始まりを祝う行事です。
Setsubun wa haru no hajimari o iwau gyouji desu.
Setsubun is an event that celebrates the beginning of spring.
子供たちは節分を楽しみにしています。
Kodomo-tachi wa setsubun o tanoshimi ni shiteimasu.
The children are looking forward to Setsubun.