A Necklace for Banishing Oni Anytime

// Do you think they behave so well, and only come on Setsubun? \\ Nowadays, many people associate "Setsubun" with February, but originally, it referred to the day before the start of each season: "Risshun, Rikka, Riak, Ritto." It was believed that the change of seasons made one prone to illness (meaning susceptible to "evil spirits"), and rituals to ward off such "oni" (representing bad luck) were performed throughout Japan. Among these, the day before the start of spring, which corresponds to the lunar New Year, became particularly important and remains as the Setsubun we know today. There's also a theory that throwing beans, which are in season in February, at the "eyes" of the oni—their weakness—symbolizes "defeating demons" or "mame" (beans), thus driving away evil. -------------------------------- Now, about those "evil spirits." They are thought to not only manifest as physical ailments but also as malice, hatred, anger, regret, laziness, overeating, suspicion, and grumbling, all taking the form of "oni" to attack us. As the saying "oni can appear anywhere, anytime" suggests, oni are always present, everywhere. Yes, the more troublesome they are, the less likely they are to be polite and only show up on Setsubun. When you suddenly sense the presence of "oni (evil spirits)" in your heart, sprinkle the beans on this necklace and silently chant "Oni wa soto! Fuku wa uchi!" (Demons out! Fortune in!). While this necklace itself doesn't possess the power to expel demons, it can support your healthy wish to conquer any "oni"! Please wear it as a companion when you feel a little discouraged. 【Product Details】 *********************************************** With every step, meticulously rounded clay soybeans and tiny holly-and-sardine parts move within the glass dome. ◯Chain Length: 55cm (with adjuster) Color: Gold ◯Internal Parts Size: Approx. 10mm Main Materials: Resin clay, varnish, etc. ◯Glass Dome Size: Diameter approx. 20mm Material: Glass *The lid is glued shut and cannot be opened. *Does not contain liquid. *All parts are inedible. *Masu (square wooden cup) is not included. *********************************************