Note Lian縄しめ縄
The shuriken rope originates from the "Ama Iwato Legend" and symbolizes the boundary between the divine realm and the mortal world. It is used to welcome the Nian God and prevent unclean things from entering. Together with kadomatsu and mirror mochi, it is listed as the three major New Year decorations to pray for family happiness and health. December 28th is an auspicious day for decoration. During the Matsunouchi period (Kanto to January 7th, Kansai to January 15th), it can be placed in the entrance hall or altar. Afterwards, the old note string will be burned at the "どんど焼き" festival to be given to the gods, or it will be saved for reuse. The zhulian rope carries New Year's blessings and hopes and is an important cultural symbol.
