#Ryotei Kinoene in #Kuki City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
Yesterday was a big cold day. I was worried that there might be snow on the plains of the Kanto region, but it turned out to rain, which is a bit of a relief.
The 24th of the 24 solar terms is Daikan, the first of which is Risshun, and when Risshun arrives, it will be spring according to the calendar. The last day of Daichan (the day before Risshun) is Setsubun, the well-known time for bean-throwing. In the days of the old calendar, Risshun meant the beginning of a new year, so the Setsubun bean-throwing ceremony is a New Year's Eve event.
Shokan (short cold) → Daichan (big cold) → Risshun (the first day of spring).
Sake, soy sauce and miso made during this time of year are prized for their depth of flavour, as the cold water prevents the growth of bacteria and fermentation proceeds slowly. The finished product is a pleasure to look forward to.
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Hours of operation: 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Business hours: Lunch time: 11:30 to 14:00
Evening hours: 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (last service at 9:00 p.m.)