The annual rainy season known as Tsuyu has officially commenced in several regions of Japan, including Northern Kyushu, Chugoku, and Kinki. This season, which marks the transition between spring and summer, is ubiquitous with fluctuating temperatures, humid conditions, and frequent rainfall. As per tradition, locals gear up to enjoy the specific pleasures and cultural spheres associated with this unique phenomenon.

In Japan, Tsuyu is much more than just a weather phenomenon; it carries deep cultural significance. The onset of the rainy season witnesses a change in lifestyle habits with people traditionally enjoying indoor pastimes, unique food items like Ajisai Tempura, and vistas of blooming Hydrangea flowers. Rain rituals and ceremonies have a significant presence during this season and there is a general acceptance of the rains as a vital part of life cycle and agriculture.

Whereas in the US or EU, heavy rain is often viewed as an inconvenience or disruptive to day-to-day activities, in Japan, the onset of the Tsuyu season is embraced and celebrated. The rainy season carries an important role in agriculture and is crucial for rice cultivation, similar to Indian monsoon, but contrastingly the cultural and traditional outlook is very distinct in Japan.