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Shangsi Festival

Ancient spring bathing and purification festival

March/April
3rd day of 3rd lunar month

Tourist

Navigate Spring Festival like a local

Reunion dinner etiquetteRed envelope customsFestival greetingsTemple visits
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Student

Celebrate with friends and classmates

Spring Festival party conversationsNew year wishes for peersHoliday activities with friendsSocial media posts
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Worker

Master workplace Spring Festival

Boss and colleague greetingsCompany年会 (annual party)Year-end bonus etiquetteHoliday work arrangements

Essential Phrases

3 expressions to learn

上巳节安康

Shàng sì jié ān kāng

Peaceful Shangsi Festival

General greeting

踏青去

Tà qīng qù

Going for a spring outing

Planning outdoor activities

春游愉快

Chūn yóu yú kuài

Have a pleasant spring outing

Wishing someone a good spring trip

Holiday Foods

3 traditional foods with ordering phrases

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Chrysanthemum Greens

Wild greens picked for spring festivals

Meaning: Purification and health
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Spring Tea

First tea of the spring season

Meaning: New beginnings
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Peach Blossom Cake

Flower-shaped desserts for the festival

Meaning: Romance and beauty

Etiquette & Customs

What to do and what to avoid

What to Do

Traditional customs and practices

  • Spring bathing with peach blossom water
  • Eating spring foods
  • Flying kites
  • Wearing dogwood decorations
  • Seeking romance and blessings
  • Spring outings and picnics
  • Drinking chrysanthemum wine
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What to Avoid

Traditional taboos and customs

  • Don't stay indoors on Shangsi
  • Don't bathe in cold water without proper preparation
  • Avoid negative thoughts and words

Gift Ideas

Appropriate gifts for the occasion

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Kite

For flying on spring outings

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Spring Tea Set

Premium tea for spring

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Dogwood Decorations

Traditional protective charms