As frosty winds sweep across East Asia, the Xiaohan solar term—aka Minor Cold—takes center stage from January 5–7! This ancient marker in China’s 24-term lunar calendar signals a chilly but vibrant transition, blending nature’s rhythms with cultural gems.
While temperatures drop, northern China lights up with icy fun! Frozen rivers become playgrounds for skating, sledding, and traditional games—think of it as East Asia’s answer to winter festivals. Meanwhile, families warm up with herbal soups and sticky rice dishes to ‘defend against the cold,’ a practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine.
Fun fact: Xiaohan isn’t the *coldest* term—that title goes to Dahan (Major Cold), coming later this month. But for now, it’s all about balancing cozy rituals with frosty adventures!
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This ancient marker in China’s 24-term lunar calendar signals a chilly but vibrant transition, blending nature’s rhythms with cultural gems. 
Meanwhile, families warm up with herbal soups and sticky rice dishes to ‘defend against the cold,’ a practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine. 
Minor Cold: Winter's Chill Meets Spring’s Promise
