Japanese Joya No Kane Tradition

Compose a reflective piece based on the Japanese tradition of ‘Joya no Kane.’

On New Year’s Eve, temples across Japan ring their bells 108 times in a ceremony known as Joya no Kane, symbolizing the 108 earthly desires believed to cause human suffering. Reflect on what these bells might mean to different people – relief, a fresh start, hope. This can be an exploration of Buddhist principles, symbolism, tradition, and the concept of self-improvement.