A Journey to Explore the Origins and History of Daikan (Major Cold) | Approaching the Last Seasonal Division of the Seventy-two Pentads and Twenty-four Solar Terms
Travel writer Kasumi embarks on a journey to explore the origins, history, and modern customs of Daikan (Major Cold). As the last of the twenty-four solar terms, Daikan marks a seasonal turning point where the arrival of spring can be felt amidst the severe cold. From Hokkaido's drift ice, Aomori's komise (snow huts), to Yamagata's "Japan's Coldest" signboard, Kasumi learns about the wisdom of our ancestors and the strength of people living in modern times through the unique customs that remain in each region during Daikan. Join us on this journey to experience the depth of Japanese culture and customs while cherishing the changing of the seasons.