国境を越えるアニメと、変わりつつあるバランス――日中アニメ交流の今
静かに変化し続けているここ数年の中日アニメの関係を解説します。
I.Riku
2025年12月11日
Pohela Boishakh, the Bengali New Year, is one of the most vibrant and joyful festivals of Bangladesh. Celebrated on April 14, it marks a fresh beginning—“Shubho Noboborsho” (Happy New Year)—filled with culture, tradition, and togetherness.
A Brief History
The origins of Pohela Boishakh date back to the Mughal era during the reign of Emperor Akbar. To simplify tax collection aligned with the harvest season, the Bengali calendar (Bangla Shon) was introduced. Over time, this administrative system transformed into a grand cultural celebration that unites people across religions and communities.
Celebrations in Bangladesh
In Bangladesh, the day begins with cultural programs such as “Mongol Shobhajatra,” a colorful procession organized by students at the University of Dhaka, symbolizing unity and positivity. People wear traditional clothes—white-and-red sarees for women, panjabi for men—and gather at fairs (Boishakhi Mela), enjoying music, handicrafts, and delicious local food.
The fairs are full of life, handmade items, traditional toys, folk music, and street foods like pitha, fuchka, and jhal muri. It’s a day where cities turn into open celebrations of heritage and joy.
Our Celebration in Japan
This year, although far from Bangladesh, we didn’t let the spirit fade. Last Sunday, we celebrated Pohela Boishakh with a small gathering of Bangladeshi families here in Japan.
We arranged a beautiful spread of traditional foods, around 12–13 varieties of bhorta (mashed dishes), fried hilsa fish (ilish), fried eggs, yogurt (doi), sweets (mishti), and many more homemade delicacies. The table was decorated with earthen pots, colorful elements, and a touch of Bengali tradition that made us feel closer to home.
We spent the day chatting, sharing stories, and enjoying food together. The children played freely, adding laughter and energy to the gathering. It was simple, yet deeply meaningful—a reminder that culture lives through people, no matter where they are.
A Festival Beyond Borders
Pohela Boishakh is not just about food or festivity; it’s about new beginnings, unity, and cultural pride. Even outside Bangladesh, celebrating it helps us stay connected to our roots and share our heritage with friends from other cultures.
To my colleagues in Japan, this is a glimpse of how we welcome a new year in Bangladesh: with colors, flavors, and warm hearts.
Shubho Noboborsho!
May the new year bring happiness, success, and new opportunities for all.
