Some days are warm, while others suddenly get cold ... it's a struggle to decide what to wear.

This time we will talk about Shosetsu, the 21st season in the 24 solar terms.

It's not Koyuki, it's Shosetsu.

Light snow refers to the period from November 22nd to December 6th .

In some areas, such as Tohoku and Hokkaido, this is the time of year when rain turns to snow.

Winter is really starting to set in.

On the other hand, although it gets very cold in the mornings and evenings, the temperature rises during the day and you can also experience the "Indian weather" that reminds you of spring.

Since it is written as "spring," it seems like a word to be used in spring, but it is actually a stylish word that expresses the moment of this season.

Vegetables that are in season at this time of year include Chinese cabbage, chrysanthemum, and spinach .

The ingredients you want to put in the hot pot are now ready to eat.

Spinach, which is particularly well-known as a remedy for anemia, is vibrant in color and rich in vitamin C at this time of year.

After parboiling, care must be taken when cooking as the nutrients will be lost if the vegetables are left in water for too long.

The flower of Koyuki is the winter camellia .

A shrub that is believed to be a hybrid between a camellia and a camellia.

It does not grow very tall, and is a general term for double or semi-double flowering varieties.

Each camellia has its own unique characteristics.

It has more petals than the camellia, and although the flowers are small, they still bloom well like camellias. It is a plant that is often used as a hedge.

"Tachibana begins to yellow"

This is the time when tangerine fruits start to turn yellow.

Tachibana is a type of citrus fruit, but it is not suitable for eating.

I would recommend making it into jam or dissolving the jam in tea.

And because its leaves are evergreen, they are also said to be a symbol of eternity.

At this time of year, mandarin oranges and other fruits are available and are often eaten to prevent colds.

• Rainbows are no longer visible.
• The new wind sweeps away the leaves.
• Tachibana begins to turn yellow (Tachibana begins to turn yellow)

*The 72 seasonal divisions (shichijunikou) are a system of representing the seasons devised in ancient China. They refer to the 24 solar terms further divided into three periods of approximately 5 days each.

With winter approaching in earnest, it's important to prepare for it and take good care of your health.

Author: Sekido Edited by: Yui and Kambara