Asiastar Fantasy Inc, a San Francisco shop specializing in Chinese cultural items, showcases various zodiac representations except for the snake, which symbolizes 2025. Owner Nancy Yu Law notes that the snake carries a negative reputation, leading her to limit snake-themed products. The lunar new year celebration greatly influences various cultural practices, with beliefs in zodiac animals affecting major life decisions among Asian communities. Many see the snake year as less fortunate, prompting traditionalists to defer decisions like marriage and family planning.
When it came time to purchase inventory for her Chinatown shop, Yu Law stocked limited items emblazoned with images of the snake. In Chinese culture, you want to bring a dragon home.
Believers say the zodiac animal assigned to the birth year can determine a person's personality and romantic compatibility, making it crucial for major life decisions.
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