About This Trend
Do-you no Hi, also known as "Day of the Ox" or "Doyo no Ushi no Hi", is a Japanese holiday where people traditionally eat eel to gain energy during the summer season.
According to media reports from Japanese news sources, the tradition of eating eel on this day started in the Edo period, and it has been a cultural phenomenon ever since. This year, the dates for Doyo no Ushi no Hi are July 19th and 31st, with many eel restaurants and shops preparing for an increase in demand. The tradition is believed to have been popularized by Japanese scholars, and has since become a significant part of Japanese summer culture. According to NBC News, similar food-based traditions can be found in other cultures around the world, highlighting the importance of local cuisine in shaping cultural identity.