櫻桃小丸子 #985 今年最后是什么收尾／小丸子去敲除夕夜的钟

Summary

The transcript captures a lively family conversation during the New Year's holiday, filled with festive activities, reflections, and preparations. As the year draws to a close, various family members engage in discussions about the final tasks of the year, like cleaning, fishing, and shopping. Alongside these, there are humorous exchanges and family dynamics, with each character sharing their year-end experiences and plans. The conversation blends light-hearted humor, traditions, and the warmth of family, painting a picture of a typical, yet unique, Japanese New Year celebration.

Takeaways

• 😀 The family is preparing for the New Year, with tasks like cleaning, shopping, and organizing.
• 😀 There are references to 'Shimekiri' (year-end tasks) and 'Tori-nomake' (final photo of the year).
• 😀 There is a humorous moment where the family talks about last-minute preparations, such as cleaning and shopping.
• 😀 The script includes moments of reflection about the passing of time, emphasizing how quickly the year has gone by.
• 😀 A conversation about 'Gantan' (New Year) traditions and the importance of closing out the year with proper rituals.
• 😀 The family is shown going on various errands, including shopping for New Year's supplies, and dealing with last-minute tasks.
• 😀 A focus on family dynamics, with characters like Maruko, her parents, and grandparents interacting humorously.
• 😀 There are various moments of playful teasing, such as the sibling's comments about chores and tasks.
• 😀 The family shares moments of camaraderie, such as making plans to celebrate the New Year together and offering each other help.
• 😀 The ending features a mix of humorous and heartfelt moments as they conclude their year and prepare for the next.

Q & A

What is the significance of the phrase '年賀状' mentioned in the script?

The phrase '年賀状' refers to New Year's greeting cards, a traditional custom in Japan where people send cards to others at the start of the year to wish them well.

What is the meaning of '仕事納め' in the script, and how is it used?

'仕事納め' refers to the end-of-year work, marking the final day of work before the New Year's holiday. It is a common tradition in Japan to wrap up work activities before the year ends.

Why does the character mention '釣り納め' (fishing closure)?

'釣り納め' refers to the final fishing trip of the year, where people traditionally go for fishing as a way to close out the year, similar to how '仕事納め' is related to work.

How does the family prepare for the New Year according to the script?

The family is shown preparing for the New Year by cleaning, reflecting on the past year, doing end-of-year activities like sending greeting cards, shopping, and making final plans, such as the fishing trip and New Year’s celebrations.

What role does '除夜の鐘' (New Year's Eve bell) play in the script?

'除夜の鐘' refers to the bells rung at temples to mark the transition from the old year to the new one, symbolizing the removal of 108 worldly desires. This is part of the Japanese tradition to purify oneself for the upcoming year.

What cultural significance does the character's interaction with food have in the script?

Food plays an important cultural role, as the family discusses having a final meal of the year, symbolizing closure for the past year. This includes a discussion about dining together and enjoying special meals such as sushi.

Why does the script mention '年の瀬' (year-end)?

'年の瀬' refers to the end of the year, which is often a time for reflection, preparation for the new year, and wrapping up various activities like cleaning, shopping, and family gatherings.

How does the character express their feelings about the passage of time?

The character expresses a feeling of how fast the year has passed, reflecting on how quickly time seems to go as one gets older, a common sentiment expressed during the end-of-year period.

What is the significance of 'お正月' (New Year's Day) in the script?

'お正月' refers to New Year's Day in Japan, a time of cultural significance marked by family gatherings, special food, and religious or traditional activities to celebrate the new year.

How does the character deal with the stress of the year-end preparations?

The character experiences some stress regarding the year-end preparations, such as cleaning, shopping, and preparing for family traditions, but is also encouraged to embrace the task as part of the cultural rituals.