In Japan, we say "The heat and cold will last until the equinox" (idiom), and it is said that the summer heat will subside around the autumn equinox, and the cold will ease up around the spring equinox.
Since ancient times, there has been a custom of offering a Japanese confectionery called "Ohagi" to ancestors and visiting their graves during the autumn equinox. By the way, this Japanese confectionery "Ohagi" is called "Botamochi" during the spring equinox. The fact that the same Japanese confectionery is called each season's flower may be a reflection of Japanese culture's deep feelings for seasonal changes and flowers. The equinox lasts for seven days, with the spring equinox and autumn equinox as the middle days ("Chunichi", the middle day), and this year's autumn equinox will start on September 19th. I can't wait for the coolness of autumn.
This fall, the Center will hold a "Global Understanding Lecture in English." In a three-part series in October, native speakers will talk in English about global cultures and experiences. The deadline for reservations is September 19th, so please apply early.
Apply here ➤ https://kian.or.jp/ke/