A nengajyo (年賀状) is a traditional Japanese New Year greeting card sent to friends, family, and colleagues to wish them well for the coming year. Typically featuring festive designs, such as the zodiac animal of the year or seasonal motifs, these cards embody wishes for health, happiness, and prosperity. Sent out between late December and early January, nengajyo are an integral part of Japanese culture, reflecting both personal sentiments and social connections as people start the new year.