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Tsukimi in Japan

Admiring the Autumn Moon

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Oct 04, 2025
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Many of you may be familiar with hanami, the custom of viewing cherry blossoms in spring.
But did you know that in autumn, there is also a tradition called tsukimi—moon viewing?
On quiet nights, people gaze at the moon and give thanks for the harvest. This practice has been cherished in Japan since ancient times.

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