January 1, 2024 New Year's Day
happy new year!
This year, Reiwa 6 (2024), is the year of the Dragon (Ki-jin, Kinoe-tatsu).
"甲" is the first of the ten heavenly stems and means "the beginning of life, the beginning of things."
The fifth of the twelve Chinese zodiac signs, "Dragon," is said to represent "the movement of yang energy and the growth of vibrant plants."
This year, "Kachin," is a year in which things grow, develop, and take shape.
It is my heartfelt prayer that this will be a great year in which the divine dragon (dragon) soaring through the sky descends to earth, bringing peace and good fortune.
Thank you for your continued support this year.
Reiwa 6 (2024) Year of the Dragon
The twelve zodiac clay bells - returning to their roots!
◇ ikuko (photo by noboru)
