Solar Term Series: Major Heat Letterpress Mini Stamp

"Spring plowing, summer reaping, autumn harvest, winter storing." The cycle of the four seasons, each with its own beauty and mood. The ancients further divided the seasons into the "24 Solar Terms," marking the changes and reminding us to gratefully receive nature's gifts, appreciating the earth that nurtures all life. We've transformed this sentiment into seasonal mini stamps, hoping to resonate with your appreciation for the beauty of the seasons and give thanks for life's blessings. 〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇 "Minor Heat isn't yet hot, Major Heat is the peak of summer." Both "Major Heat" and "Minor Heat" reflect the intensity of summer's warmth. "Minor Heat" signals the beginning of the heat, while "Major Heat" signifies its extreme. During Japan's Edo period, it was customary to eat eel on "Doyo no Ushi no Hi," which falls around the time of our "Major Heat." While some suggest this was a marketing tactic by merchants, it makes sense to consume nutrient-rich eel to replenish energy during the sweltering heat when appetite wanes and vitality diminishes. Looking at the lunar calendar, "Major Heat" marks a point when nearly half the year has passed. In this intensely hot midsummer, besides focusing on well-being, it also subtly hints that summer is drawing to a close and autumn is approaching. We hope everyone cherishes the precious, ever-moving moments of time. 〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇〇 Includes: 1 velvet drawstring pouch, 1 oil-based mini ink pad, 1 letterpress mini stamp **Imprinted size is approximately 1.48cm square**