Setsubun refers to the day before the beginning of each season such as the first days of spring, summer, fall, and winter.
It is believed that “Oni (a devil-like creature from Japanese folklore) comes when the seasons change in Japan.
There are many rituals and customs to exorcise these Oni.
One of them is eating Ehomaki, a sushi roll, facing to the year’s good luck direction.
The year’s good luck direction is changed every year.
This year is the west-south-west.
You have to eat quietly while making a wish when eating.
Ehomaki should not be cut.
This represents not cutting any good bonds in the future.
If you have a chance to enjoy Ehomaki, you should try it!
