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Japan's location gives the mainland four distinct seasons every
year.
In Japan, the four seasons are very important and are the basis for most of the
culture, food and activities.
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February is Namahage Time!
Bad boys and girls, watch out! The Japanese bogeyman is out to get you! February each year is time for the famous Namahage Sedo Festival in Ogashi Kitaura, Akita Prefecture. As seen in the picture above, demons called “Namahage” come to scare little kids into being good and obeying their parents. They dance and shake their staves, shouting “Any naughty girls or boys around? Any crying girls or boys around?” It’s a very familiar sight to many Japanese and quite an interesting festival! If you can make it, it’s recommended!
46th Annual Namahage Sedo Festival
Place: Mayama Shrine, Ogashi Kitaura, Akita. You can take the bus to the Shrine (about 40 min)
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