Japan prepares for the Year of the Snake in 2025 with wealth traditions and cultural insights
nippon.com — November 18, 2024, 02:01 AM UTC
2025 will be the Year of the Snake in Japan, part of the 12-year zodiac cycle. The snake is linked to wealth, with traditions suggesting that carrying snakeskin or charms can attract financial fortune. In Japanese culture, white snakes symbolize the goddess of wealth, Benzaiten. People are encouraged to visit shrines on specific days in the zodiac cycle to improve their finances. Snakes also represent regeneration due to their ability to shed skin. The article highlights various sayings related to snakes, reflecting themes of caution and unexpected outcomes. These expressions illustrate cultural attitudes towards luck, fear, and unnecessary risks.