Hundreds gathered at Tokyo’s Zojoji temple for the annual “mame-maki” bean-throwing event to drive away evil spirits and ...

But one aspect of the celebrations often overlooked is the tradition of hanging Chinese knots, which are said to symbolise good luck and can be found year-round in temples and homes. The craft of ...

Young people in China are no longer settling into marriages arranged by their parents. But they are still looking for ...

The Lunar New Year is a time to wish for good luck and prosperity ... Ethnic Chinese held incense sticks in front of them and bowed several times inside the temple before sticking the incense ...

Millions worldwide celebrate Chinese New Year with firecrackers, incense, dances, and wishes for good luck and prosperity.

Several countries mark their new year based on the Chinese lunisolar calendar involving movement of the Sun and Moon.

Lunar New Year festivals and prayers marked the start of the Year of the Snake around Asia and farther afield on Wednesday — including in Moscow. Hundreds of people lined up in the ...

When is Lunar New Year in 2025? And why do people wear red as part of the celebrations? Answers to these questions and more ...

Wisps and clouds of smoke rose into the air at Buddhist and Daoist temples around Asia on Wednesday as people lit incense to pray for good luck in the Year of the Snake.

The Chinese New Year, marking the beginning of the lunar calendar, is celebrated worldwide with traditions promoting good luck and avoid bad fortune. Key practices include thorough cleaning before ...