The Year of the Snake has begun, and according to the Chinese zodiac, snakes are symbols of financial success and rebirth. As ...

Slither into the spirit of the Year of the Snake with snake shrines in Japan! Discover shrines in Japan where snakes are ...

Omamori, those little talismans from Japanese shrines and temples, are staples of good luck and protection. Whether you’re ...

Wearing white on New Year’s Eve has long been a tradition with ... They often throw old items out the window to symbolize the coming of new things with the New Year. Japanese omamori can be found in ...