Ohagi and Botamochi
Ohagi and botamochi are rice-and-sweet-bean confections closely associated with the spring and autumn Higan observances, with names and preparations that vary by region.
Higan
Shūbun no Hi
Shūbun no Hi is Japan’s Autumnal Equinox Day, linking the astronomical calendar with remembrance of ancestors and the autumn Higan observance.
Higan
Higan is a Japanese Buddhist observance held for seven days around each equinox, joining religious practice, temple services, grave visits, and seasonal customs.