As in the kanto style, kuromame has been eaten to encourage the ability to work hard and lead a healthy life, because it was said that its black color had the effect of charming evil spirits. |
関東と同じく、黒には魔よけの力が有るとされていたので、まめ(勤勉)に働き、まめ(健康)に暮らせることを願って食べられた。 |