- Artisans are crafting good luck charms at a shrine in Wakayama Prefecture for the upcoming Setsubun festival.
- The Kumano Hayatama Taisha shrine creates willow branch decorations symbolizing family well-being and business prosperity.
- Approximately 1,200 charms will be made and available by February 3rd, 2026.

A: Hey! Did you hear about something happening in Wakayama?

B: No, what’s up?

A: They’re making those cool good luck charms! For Setsubun!

B: Really? Where?

A: At Kumano Hayatama Taisha shrine. It's a really old and important place, too! UNESCO World Heritage, you know?

B: Wow! What are they for?

A: People put them in their homes and shops for good luck! Family well-being and business success!

B: That sounds lovely. What do they look like?

A: They're like willow branches decorated with colorful balls and symbols. Pretty!

B: How many are they making?

A: A lot! Over 1,200! They need them ready by February 3rd.

B: That's soon! So, who's making them?

A: A miko named Megumi is! She’s wishing good things for everyone with each charm.