おにやらい

    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
  1. driving out evil spirits (on New Year's eve)see also
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  1. driving out evil spirits (on New Year's eve)
  2. This term refers specifically to a ritual or practice that occurs on New Year's Eve in which people attempt to expel evil spirits to ensure a good year ahead. It often involves various traditional customs and might be part of larger New Year's celebrations.
    On New Year's Eve, we perform driving out evil spirits to chase away malevolent spirits.
    The ritual of driving out evil spirits is conducted while celebrating the New Year.
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