Experience the vibrant energy and ancient traditions of the Setsubun Festival at Heian Shrine in Kyoto, Japan. Watch as priests dressed in traditional robes throw lucky soybeans to an excited crowd, symbolizing the casting away of evil spirits and welcoming of fortune. The beautiful vermillion shrine architecture provides a stunning backdrop to this lively event filled with enthusiastic locals and visitors alike. Capture the joyful spirit of renewal and community on a crisp late winter afternoon, where centuries-old customs come alive in this photogenic and culturally rich celebration.