Setsubun Coloring Page: The Bean Throwing Festival
Celebrate the Japanese tradition of Setsubun (節分) with this fun coloring page featuring Bashy! Setsubun is a festival held on February 3rd, marking the day before the beginning of spring in the old lunar calendar.
Learn Japanese Culture: What is “Mamemaki”?
The main activity of Setsubun is called Mamemaki (豆まき), or bean throwing. People throw roasted soybeans to drive away evil spirits and invite good fortune into the home.
While coloring this page, try saying the traditional chant shown below!
🇯🇵 Japanese Vocabulary Corner
- Oni wa soto (鬼は外): Demons out! (Bad luck go away)
- Fuku wa uchi (福は内): Fortune in! (Good luck come in)
- Mame (豆): Beans (specifically roasted soybeans)
- Masu (枡): The wooden box used to hold the beans (Bashy is holding one!)
About this Illustration
In this coloring sheet, Bashy is energetically throwing beans to chase away the “Oni” (demons). This printable is designed with clear lines, making it perfect for children, language learners, and seniors who want to enjoy a relaxing art activity while learning about Japan.
