Joya no Kane
Joya no Kane is the Japanese tradition of ringing temple bells 108 times on New Year’s Eve. It isn’t a loud countdown party; it is a spiritual deep breath. Each strike of the bell symbolizes the release of worldly burdens—like anger and anxiety—allowing people to "reset" their hearts and welcome January 1st with a clear mind. What Is Joya no Kane? Joya no Kane literally means “the bell of New Year’s Eve.” On the night of December 31, Buddhist temples across Japan ring their large bronze bells in a slow, echoing rhythm. While fireworks and cheering mark the New ...
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