Traditional Kazakh 'Shashu' Ritual Blesses New Family Car

A traditional Kazakh ritual known as 'shashu' was recently performed to bless a newly acquired vehicle. The ceremony, typically carried out by an elder, involves sprinkling sweets, candies, or coins into the new possession to invite good fortune and prosperity. In a recent video, an older woman was seen performing this custom on a silver SUV, its interior still covered in protective plastic, signifying its newness. The 'shashu' ritual is a deeply rooted cultural practice in Kazakhstan, symbolizing joy, abundance, and well-wishes for significant life events and new beginnings.