Review:
Japanese Oshogatsu
overall review score: 4.5
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Japanese Oshogatsu, or New Year, is the most important holiday in Japan, a time for family gatherings, traditional foods, and cultural celebrations.
Key Features
- Decorating with kadomatsu and shimekazari
- Eating osechi ryori
- Visiting shrines or temples for hatsumode
- Watching the first sunrise of the year
Pros
- Brings families together
- Rich cultural traditions
- Delicious traditional foods
Cons
- Can be expensive with all the traditional foods and decorations
- Can be challenging for those who don't know the customs