Autumn Blessings Among the Chrysanthemums

 

 

September 9 marks the Double Ninth Festival, a day to wish for longevity.

Red and white chrysanthemums complement the dignified presence of the white Japanese paper.
A wooden stand holds “Korin-giku,” a traditional autumn celebratory sweet.

Simply place it in your home to create a quiet space for prayer.

 

What Is the Double Ninth Festival?

 

 

The Double Ninth Festival is one of Japan’s five seasonal festivals, celebrated on September 9.

As 9 is the largest odd number—considered auspicious—this day has long been regarded as particularly fortunate.
In the past, people drank sake with floating chrysanthemums to ward off evil and wish for longevity.
There was also a custom called “dressing the chrysanthemums,” in which cotton was placed on the flowers to absorb their dew and fragrance, and then used to wipe the body.

It is a day to display chrysanthemums and pray for the health and longevity of your family.

 

 

An Autumn Display to Wish for Longevity

 

 

Red and White Chrysanthemum Display

 

Chrysanthemums have long been cherished as flowers symbolizing eternal youth and longevity.
Red and white chrysanthemums and green leaves adorn the white Japanese paper, while a red cord tied in a knot gives the display a dignified finish.
The combination of red and white is an auspicious color scheme for celebratory occasions.

 

Wooden Display Stand

 

The display rests on a stand with a soft wood grain.
The warmth of the wood harmonizes with the white Japanese paper.

No need to hang it on the wall—simply place it on a shelf, tokonoma alcove, entryway table, or living room chest.

【Size】

Width: 8.5 cm
Height: 50 cm
Depth: 13.5 cm

 

 

Seasonal Sweet: Korin-giku

 

Korin-giku is a chrysanthemum-shaped autumn celebratory sweet enjoyed on the Double Ninth Festival.
It is said to be based on the rounded chrysanthemum design created by the Edo-period artist Ogata Korin.
Its gentle shape and colors evoke the deepening autumn season.

Add a Korin-giku display to the Sanbo offering stand.
Together with the white Japanese paper, it quietly enhances the autumn space for prayer.

 

 

 

Embrace the Deepening Autumn with Prayer

 

 

 

Take a moment to offer a quiet prayer at a seasonal turning point.

Red and white chrysanthemums and traditional sweet displays bring a serene atmosphere to your home.
Why not offer a prayer for your family’s health and longevity on the Double Ninth Festival?