August 5, 2010

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Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on August 2010 Obscure etiquette for ochugen (summertime gifts)* When sending late gifts, the front of the noshi (envelope or paper strip) should read: 暑中御見舞 (shochuu omimai; “Best wishes for midsummer”) or 残暑御見舞 (zansho omimai; “Best wishes for late summer”) The decorative string on the noshi should be red and gold […]

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