Setsubun means “division of seasons” and this day was the end of winter according to the old Lunar Calendar.
People throw roasted soybeans inside and outside their houses with a cry of “Fuku wa uchi, Oni wa soto!” meaning “Good luck in! Devils out!” - photo and text bysaito0923 on FlickrMaiko Mameroku was throwing beans in Yasaka Shrine yesterday. And I must say she looked amazing! This kimono is to die for… and do you notice a little change in her outfit? ^^ She is now wearing a white collar, little kanzashi with simple kushi (instead of a “bridge” of flowers) in her hair which means that she is already a senior maiko! Congratulations, Roku san :3
I’m so happy, it’s time for her to become senior :D