Introduction

If you are learning Japanese or exploring Japanese culture, understanding the seasons is a beautiful doorway into the language. In this article, I share the meaning of the Winter Solstice in Japan and how it connects to older traditions, calendars, and beliefs. This perspective can enrich your Japanese Listening Practice and support your studies as a Japanese for Beginners learner.

☃For a clear explanation of the Winter Solstice I mentioned today, please watch the video below.
冬至(とうじ)について

https://youtu.be/46tDFvDBKAg?si=DZ5CeZ_2S5vgzEhs

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