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The History and Origin of Hatsumode: How Japan’s First Shrine Visit of the Year Began
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History of Otoshidama: From Sacred Mochi to New Year’s Money Gift
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Top Hatsumode Spots in Japan: Your Ultimate Guide to First Shrine Visits for New Year
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Otoshidama Envelopes: The Japanese New Year Money Gift Tradition & How to Choose the Perfect Design
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Japanese New Year’s Cards: The Ultimate Guide to Nengajo
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Visiting Shrines vs Temples at New Year: Which Should You Choose for Your First Visit in Japan?
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Omikuji and Ema: A Traveler’s Complete Guide to Japanese Shrine Fortune-Telling and Wish Boards
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From Ancient Harvest to Modern Gratitude: The History of Japan’s Labor Thanksgiving Day (勤労感謝の日)
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Modern Work Styles and Japan’s Labor Thanksgiving: What November 23 Means for Today’s Work Culture
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Shrine Visits and Prayers: A Polite Traveler’s Guide to Shinto Etiquette, Omikuji, and Ema
