From Sep 2, 2026 to Sep 6, 2026, the corresponding solar term in the Nijūshi Sekki (24 solar terms) is 処暑(Shosho), and the corresponding microseason in the Shichijūni Kō (72 microseasons) is 禾乃登(Kokumono sunawachi minoru).

What Is “Kokumono sunawachi minoru” (禾乃登)?

"Kokumono Sunawachi Minoru" (禾乃登, literally "grain ripens") is one of Japan's Shichijūni Kō (72 microseasons) and falls around early September each year. It is the final microseason of Shosho ("Limit of Heat") within the Nijūshi Sekki (24 solar terms), marking the time when grains such as rice and millet begin to ripen. The character "禾" refers to ears of grain, and the phrase beautifully reflects the deep gratitude that people in ancient Japan felt toward the growth and blessings of their crops. During this season in Japan, golden rice stalks spread across the fields, making the arrival of autumn clearly felt. Although the daytime heat still lingers, the mornings and evenings gradually become cooler, while the sounds of insects add a distinctly autumnal atmosphere. For farmers, this is an especially important period just before harvest, filled with hopes for an abundant yield. The Shichijūni Kō (72 microseasons) are a uniquely Japanese calendar tradition that delicately expresses the subtle transitions of the seasons. In recent years, "Kokumono Sunawachi Minoru" has attracted renewed attention among people interested in traditional Japanese culture and seasonal living, as a phrase that inspires appreciation for nature's changes and the blessings of food. Today, the expression "Kokumono Sunawachi Minoru" is also used in haiku, Japanese-style creative works, seasonal greetings, and blog articles. For those seeking to understand Japan's four seasons and traditional culture, it can be regarded as one of the beautiful seasonal words that symbolizes the richness and abundance of autumn.

List of Japan’s 72 Microseasons