Thursday, August 31, 2006

Freeing the Insects, Japan

Today according to Australian Eastern Standard Time when this item was posted
Late August, Early September: Freeing the Insects, Japan

An ancient rite held when the “seven grasses of summer” are in full bloom. People buy insects in small bamboo cages from vendors (usually bought on May 28), and free them in public parks. The person listens for the chirpings as they go free.

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Pip Wilson posted item above at 11:52 AM | Permalink

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