How children around the world welcome the new school year with fun traditions

While school years may start at different times and in different ways around the globe, one thing remains the same: the excitement of new beginnings. Picture: SuppliedAs January signals the beginning of a fresh new school year, children, parents, and teachers are gearing up for the return to school. But beyond the classroom, each country has its own unique back-to-school traditions. From the vibrant streets of Tokyo to the quiet villages of the North Pole, here’s a look at how different cultures celebrate the start of the school year.Japan: a New Year’s resolution for schoolIn Japan,…