12 Japanese Superstitions: Breaking Combs, Whistling at Night, and More

Are you curious about Japanese superstitions? In this video, I dive into 12 common Japanese superstitions that I grew up with. From why you shouldn't break a comb, to why you should avoid cutting your nails at night, we'll explore the strange and fascinating beliefs held by many in Japan.

We'll cover superstitions like:

🌸 Breaking a comb and the bad luck associated with it
🌸 Whistling at night and why it might attract snakes or evil spirits
🌸 The belief that cutting your nails at night could lead to the death of your parents
🌸 Why you need to hide your thumbs when you see a hearse
🌸 Why you should avoid sleeping with your head facing north
🌸 The significance of the number four and why many buildings skip the fourth floor
🌸 The different meanings associated with crows making noise
🌸 Why stepping on the cloth border of tatami mats is considered rude
🌸 Why writing someone's name in red ink is a bad omen
🌸 Having three people in a photo is considered unlucky
🌸 The meaning of seeing a spider in the morning versus at night
🌸 Good luck associated with a tea stalk floating vertically in your teacup

Join me as I share these superstitions that my mum (& others) taught me, and some of the origins behind these beliefs. Whether you're interested in Japanese culture, folklore, or just the strange and unusual, this video has something for you!

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