Months Top | Japanese Seasons

As the villagers gathered on New Year’s Eve, Kenji launched the December top. It stood perfectly still in its motion—a "sleeping top"—representing the stillness of the snow. As it finally slowed and toppled, the first light of a new January touched the horizon. The cycle was complete, and the seasons, led by the dance of the wooden tops, began their journey once more.

Fireworks ( Hanabi ), Matsuri (festivals), Mt. Fuji climbing, beach trips. Hot, humid, and rainy in June. ( Aki ) Sept – Nov japanese seasons months top

Spring is arguably the most famous time to visit, defined by the arrival of cherry blossoms ( sakura ). As the villagers gathered on New Year’s Eve,

Are you planning a trip during a , or would you like to know more about the cultural festivals for a particular season? The cycle was complete, and the seasons, led