The season of increasing heat is upon us.
This time, we will explain about the summer solstice, the 10th season of the 24 solar terms.
What is the summer solstice?
The summer solstice refers to the period from June 21st to July 7th each year.
As the name suggests, it means "reaching summer," and summer really begins after the summer solstice.
Many people are aware that this is the time of year when the days are the longest and nights the shortest of the year.
Seasonal ingredients
The rainy season rain and the summer vegetables and fruits that have been exposed to plenty of sunlight will slowly cool and soothe your body that is tired from the heat.
Although it varies depending on the region, it is probably summer mandarin oranges, winter melon, octopus, okra , etc. By the way, why is it called winter melon even though it is in season in the summer?
winter melon It is said to be so named because it has a high shelf life and was highly valued as a preserved food for winter.
winter melon It is said to be so named because it has a high shelf life and was highly valued as a preserved food for winter.
Many seasonal foods are sensible and good for your health, so try to actively incorporate them into your diet.
Seasonal flowers
Although it is the change of seasons, it is a good time for early summer flowers to bloom beautifully.
Many flowers at this time of year have a delicate appearance, but in fact they are bathed in the power of nature and bloom powerfully.
It's about time for the scent of irises, morning glories, and gardenias to fill the air.
What's Hot
On the night of the summer solstice, there is Candle Night , which has become a global event.
This initiative also incorporates various thoughts and ideas, including environmental issues, encouraging people to turn off the lights for even just a short time and spend some relaxing time by candlelight.
1/f fluctuations can be seen not only in candles but also in many places in nature.
Experiencing seasonal flowers and greenery with all five senses may also have the effect of slowly soothing your tired summer body.
72nd generation
- Natsukarekusakaruru : The summer grass withers.
- Iris flowers bloom.
- Hangeshozu (Hangeshozu) - Crow's-head jasmine grows
*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.
Author: Takagi Edited by: Yui, Sekido, and Kambara
