six-day calendar labels; traditional day indicators
Refers to the six labels (先勝, 友引, 先負, 仏滅, 大安, 赤口) used in Japanese calendars to indicate the auspiciousness of each day. Often consulted for scheduling weddings, funerals, and other events.
See also: 先勝 (せんしょう) · 友引 (ともびき) · 先負 (せんぶ) · 仏滅 (ぶつめつ) · 大安 (たいあん) · 赤口 (しゃっこう)
Japanese calendars often have the six-day labels written on them.
Many people choose a taian day from the six-day calendar for their wedding date.
One of the six labels; considered the most unlucky day, often avoided for celebrations.
One of the six labels; considered the most auspicious day, popular for weddings and important events.
One of the six labels; considered unlucky except for a short period around noon.
From 六 (six) + 曜 (day of the week), referring to the six repeating labels used in traditional Japanese calendars. The system originated from Chinese astrology and was adapted in Japan.