What are the customs in the Year of the Rabbit?

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The Year of the Rabbit is determined according to the traditional Chinese calendar. The "Rabbit" in the zodiac corresponds to the Mao in the twelve earthly branches. The Year of the Rabbit is the year of Mao, and every twelve years serves as a cycle. For example, the year 2023 in the Gregorian calendar corresponds to the Year of the Rabbit, that is, the Year of Guimao.

Sacrificing ancestors: In the Year of the Rabbit, many families will choose a good day in the Year of the Rabbit to pray to their ancestors for their family’s safety and happiness.

Pray for peace: The Year of the Rabbit is also a good time to pray for peace. Many people post door gods, hang red lanterns, and set off fireworks and firecrackers during the Spring Festival to pray for peace and ward off evil spirits.

Posting Spring Festival couplets: During the Spring Festival in the Year of the Rabbit, every household will post Spring Festival couplets. Spring couplets are generally composed of couplets and horizontal scrolls, implying good luck and good luck, and adding a festive atmosphere to the New Year.

Eating rabbit meat: In some places, people eat rabbit meat during the Year of the Rabbit. Rabbit meat is one of the more common ingredients in traditional Chinese recipes. People believe that eating rabbit meat can protect the body and dispel cold and dampness.

Paper-cutting: The Year of the Rabbit is also a good time to make paper-cutting. Many people will use red paper to cut out rabbits, peach blossoms and other patterns to add to the festive atmosphere.