As the year comes to a close, many in Japan observe a tradition steeped in centuries of cultural meaning: eating Toshikoshi Soba, or 'year-crossing noodles.' This simple yet symbolic dish is more than a meal-it's a meaningful way to usher in the new year with hope, resilience, and renewal.
The long, slender shape of soba noodles symbolizes longevity and good fortune, while their ease of cutting reflects the idea of severing ties with misfortune. Eating soba is believed to grant both physical and spiritual endurance for the year ahead.
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