Tsunameji
Tsunameji is a traditional ceremonial practice described in the ethnographic lore of the fictional Archipelago of Nivara. It centers on communal bonding with the sea and the harvest, and is performed annually by coastal villages to bless fishing voyages and agricultural yields. The entry below presents a concise overview of its origins, rites, and contemporary status.
Etymology and scope: The term is attributed to the Nivaran language family. In this tradition, tsuna denotes
Ritual practice: The festival occurs around the new moon over a three-day period. Participants weave decorative
History and geography: The earliest documented references appear in 15th-century maritime journals of the archipelago, with
Significance and scholarly note: Tsunameji is regarded as a lens on social cohesion, maritime labor, and ritual