Tōji
冬至Toe-jee · /ˈtoːdʑi/
UnisexJapaneseEast AsianRegional
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Meaning
Winter solstice, arrival of winter, shortest day of the year.
Legacy
Tōji marks the winter solstice, a traditional festival in Japan celebrating the shortest day and the return of longer daylight hours.
Known for
While a significant concept in Japanese culture, Tōji is uncommon as a personal name outside of specific cultural or historical contexts in Japan.
solstice
The images that carry it
🍊
Yuzu baths are a common tradition during Tōji in Japan, where yuzu fruit is floated in hot water to promote good health.
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The name directly translates to 'winter solstice,' signifying the beginning or deepest point of the winter season.
🌞
Although marking the shortest day, Tōji also traditionally celebrates the gradual return of the sun's strength and longer daylight hours.
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Many traditional festivals and celebrations involve lanterns and light to ward off the darkness of the winter solstice.
What it asks of you
Moral
Observe the turning points of nature's cycle.
Character
Embodies quiet anticipation and reflective patience.
Mindset
Seeks balance between light and shadow.
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