【Setsubun Garland】 Size: Olive branch length approx. 30cm Created: January 4th Setsubun decorations are said to ward off evil spirits that enter from the outside and have the meaning of warding off evil and bad luck. We have carefully selected "eight lucky charms" that bring good fortune. This garland is filled with wishes for protection from evil and happiness, beautifully coloring the beginning of a new season. ~Lucky charms used (8 varieties) ~ ✨Olive Cutting Branches Olives are considered a lucky tree symbolizing peace, prosperity, and longevity. ✨Nanten (Nandina domestica) Associated with "turning away difficulties (nanten)," it is a lucky tree for warding off evil, turning difficulties into good fortune. ✨Hanging Chili Peppers (8) Red symbolizes warding off evil, and red chili peppers are believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck. Also, "eight" represents expansion and is a lucky number for wishing for development and prosperity. ✨Peanuts Because the flowers fall and bear fruit, they are a lucky charm for shedding bad luck and bringing in good fortune and harvest. It is a symbol of warding off evil and prosperity, befitting the Setsubun season. ✨Holly (Hiiragi) Its sharp leaves are said to ward off evil spirits, and it has been used as a Setsubun charm since ancient times. ✨Hiiragi Iwashi (Holly and Sardine) We use genuine domestic "Japanese anchovies." It is a traditional Setsubun charm that is said to keep demons (evil spirits) away with the sharp leaves of the holly and the smell of the sardine heads. ✨Kumquat (Kinkan) Meaning treasure, as it is associated with "golden crown," it is a symbol of improved fortune. ✨Sho-mon Rai-fuku (Fabric Tag) As the saying goes, "Good fortune comes to those who smile," we put our wishes into inviting good fortune with a smile. You can decorate it at your entrance and enjoy it as a Setsubun decoration to ward off bad luck for the year and welcome good fortune. 【Important Notes】 ・Made and photographed with freshly picked materials. The dryness will progress upon delivery, and the texture may differ from the image. ・Because it is pesticide-free, leaves with insect bites and natural damage may be included. ・The berries of the Nanten are especially prone to falling off, and may fall off during packaging and transportation, so please understand. ・Leaves and branches may be lightly pressed during packaging. ・As this is a handmade product, please purchase only if you understand. #Setsubun #Setsubun Swag #WardingOffEvil #ProtectionFromEvil #LuckyCharms #HiiragiIwashi #Holly #Hiiragi #Nanten #NandinaDomestica #ChiliPeppers #HangingChiliPeppers #Senvryo #Kumquat #Handmade #EntranceDecoration #Garland #JapaneseModern #AfterNewYear #BeginningOfSpring #Season