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Today is Saint John the Hairy of Rostov’s Day. A 16th Century Russian holy fool who lived naked in radical humility, embracing poverty and ridicule for Christ’s sake. Celebrate his day with an act of voluntary simplicity.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Today is Yasai no Hi: August 31st - A day to eat and celebrate all vegetables and vegetarians.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Today is Drukpa Kunley’s Day. A 15th Century Tibetan ‘Divine Madman’ who used laughter, scandal, and shock to awaken others. Celebrate his day by breaking one harmless social expectation with awareness.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Today is Shosho (処暑): August 23rd — The end of the summer heat.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Today is Belt Day: August 17th A day to polish your belt and return broken belt to your local shrine.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Today is Risshū (立秋): August 7th — The beginning of Autumn.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Today is Hamu no Hi: August 8th - A day to have two slices of ham instead of one.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Today is Hashi no Hi: August 4th - A day to carry your chopsticks over a bridge for good luck.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Today is Saint Basil the Blessed’s Day. A 16th Century Moscow holy fool who rebuked Tsar Ivan IV and lived in radical poverty. St. Basil’s Cathedral bears his name. Celebrate his day by speaking truth with courage and humility.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Today is Hokkai Heso Matsuri - A day to remember your belly button.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Today is Taisho (大暑): July 23rd — The start of the hot summer weather.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Today is Saint Symeon of Emesa’s Day. A 6th Century monk and Fool for Christ who feigned madness in the streets of Emesa while secretly performing acts of charity. Celebrate his day by giving anonymously to someone in need.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Today is Hotei’s Day. A wandering monk who laughed loudly, carried a sack of oddments, and behaved unpredictably in marketplaces. Celebrate his day by laughing at your own seriousness.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Today is Natto no Hi: July 10th - A day to give foriegners in your workplace a gift of Natto.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Today is Saint Procopius of Ustyug’s Day. A 14th Century merchant-turned-ascetic who lived as a Fool for Christ in Veliky Ustyug and was remembered for prophecy and charity. Celebrate his day by helping someone marginalized.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Today is Shōsho (小暑): July 7th — The start of the heat of summer.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Today is Nashi no Hi: June 9th - A day to eat Japanese Pears to help fight off the summer heat.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Today is Blessed John of Moscow’s Day. A 16th Century Fool for Christ who wandered Moscow in radical simplicity, embracing humiliation and prayer. Celebrate his day with an act of voluntary poverty or hidden kindness.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Today is Geshi (夏至): June 21st — The Summer solstice, the middle of summer.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Today is Saint Moling’s Day. A 7th Century Irish ascetic said to have prayed daily while standing in cold water and outwitted kings through holy cunning. Celebrate his day by enduring inconvenience with wit.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Today is Rokku No Hi: June 9th - A day to play Rock and Roll loudly in the early morning.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Today is Bōshu (芒種): June 6th — When the grain is in ear.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Today is Mushi no Hi: June 4th - A day to invite insects into you home or ignore your coworkers.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Today is Saint Kevin of Glendalough’s Day. A 6th Century Irish hermit who prayed so motionless that a blackbird nested in his outstretched hand. Celebrate his day by remaining deliberately still until discomfort becomes clarity.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Today is Gofuku no Hi: May 29th - A day to wear your kimono to the office

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Today is Shōman (小満): May 21st — When the is grain forms. Start of the rainy season in Okinawa.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Today is Saint Brendan of Clonfert’s Day. A 6th Century Irish monk who sailed into the Atlantic seeking the Promised Land and is said to have celebrated Easter on the back of a whale. Celebrate his day by venturing beyond what seems sensible.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Today is Saint Isidore of Rostov’s Day. A 15th Century holy fool who feigned madness while living in extreme humility and prayer, offering prophetic counsel to the people of Rostov. Celebrate his day by serving others quietly.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Today is Saint Isidora of Tabenna’s Day. A 4th Century Egyptian nun who feigned madness in her monastery to practise humility and hidden holiness. Celebrate her day with a quiet act of unnoticed service.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Today is Rikka (立夏): May 5th — The Beginning of summer.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Today is Gomi no Hi: May 3rd - A day to check you neighbour's garbage for incorrect items.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Today is Ikkyu Sojun’s Day. A 15th Century Zen monk who mocked authority, wrote scandalous poetry, and preferred taverns to temples. Celebrate his day by gently disrupting one rigid habit you follow without thinking.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Today is Kokuu (穀雨): April 20th — When the rain needed for grain starts.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Today is Helicopter Day. April 15th. I severely doubt it though.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Today is Orange Day. You've had your Valentines and your White Day. Give your partner a box of oranges today.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Today is Wive's Day: April 10th - A day to surprise your wife with flowers for no reason.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Today is Shiro no Hi: April 6th - Castle Day. A day to visit a castle.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Today is Seimei (清明): April 5th — The start of clear and bright weather.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Today is Yoyo no Hi: A day to polish your Yoyo and return broken yoyos to your local shrine.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Today is 嘘つきの日 (Usotsuki no Hi) - April 1st - Liar’s Day! Tell jokes, not lies (maybe both).

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Today is Saint Cuthbert of Lindisfarne’s Day. A 7th Century hermit who prayed standing in the freezing sea at night while otters warmed his feet. Celebrate his day by choosing exposure over comfort.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Today is White Day: A day to give white chocolates to ladies. This tweet has been sponsored by the Japan Chocolate Makers Association.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Today is also Escalator Day and Barbie Doll Day.

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Stuart すちゅあーと @stuartcw.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Today is Sanba no Hi - March 8th - Samba Day! Dance like no one’s watching (even if they are).

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