Shogatsu, or New Year's holidays, are a special time for Japanese, who typically revisit and take part in long-standing traditions. It's a time when those who left their hometowns go back to visit their families, invite relatives and friends to their homes and wear kimono. It's also a time for foreigners spending the holidays in Japan to get a taste of the country's traditions. Below are some of the traditions Japanese participate in over the New Year's holidays.