今日は小正月。元旦のが大正月。小正月が来ると「もうお正月シーズンは終わりですね」となるよう。
In old days, people called today January 15th as a "little new year" compare to a "big new year" on January 1st. A little new year prepares people for normal days after a big holiday.
This year, we spent a new year in Japan. It was the first time for David and Yuna. Did we do something traditional?
今年はせっかくお正月に実家にいた。夫と娘は初めての日本でのお正月。何かお正月らしいことしたかな？
In old days, people called today January 15th as a "little new year" compare to a "big new year" on January 1st. A little new year prepares people for normal days after a big holiday.
This year, we spent a new year in Japan. It was the first time for David and Yuna. Did we do something traditional?
初詣 visiting a shrine on a new year's day
おせち料理 Special New year dish
お年玉 We (adults) gave money to children, and Yuna received some money. On average, an elementary kid receives about $230 in total.
出したけど、着なかった着物 Kimono, the traditional Japanese clothes. We took some out but haven't worn them till this day. They are still hanging and waiting to be worn.
年賀状 New year's cards.
紅白歌合戦 Song festival
お餅つきMochi tuki, making mochi
新年会 New year's party
なーんだ、結構やったんじゃん。After listing them, I feel we have somewhat accomplished experiencing Japanese New Year.
Just like today was "a little new year," things are getting back to normal.
Just like today was "a little new year," things are getting back to normal.
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