Today marks Minor Heat, the 11th of China’s 24 Solar Terms.
In ancient China, crickets moving from fields to the shelter of courtyard walls were seen as a seasonal sign of Minor Heat. Beyond marking the rhythm of the seasons, these little creatures have also left their mark on China’s folk culture, from poetry and art to the centuries-old pastime of cricket fighting.
A tiny creature, a seasonal rhythm, and a glimpse into China’s rich cultural memory.
编辑 孙喆