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“Once in a lifetime” Wouldn’t you like to learn a bit more about the wonderful Japan?
Wouldn’t you like to know Japan better than the Japanese?
Today marks the microseason of “Wagtails Sing” in the 72 microseasons.
The Voice of Small Birds Heralding Autumn and Echoes Around the World
“Wagtails Sing” (Sekirei naku) is one of Japan’s seventy-two seasons, a natural sign seen in mid-September when the season gradually becomes cooler, announcing the arrival of autumn.
This small bird, the wagtail (sekirei), has been beloved by Japanese people since ancient times for its call echoing in the autumn sky.
However, there are many little-known aspects about wagtails, and the relationship between birds and cultures around the world is diverse, with fascinating stories unfolding.
Mythology of Wagtails and Ancient Japanese Lore
