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Your words, through a Chinese classic

Say it plainly. See it in an old Chinese line.

Write any everyday sentence in English or Chinese. NYOO searches more than 1,000 source-linked classical lines, then explains the image and why it may fit.

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A bridge between calendars

The Chinese calendar,
made clear.

Convert a date. Find your zodiac. Make sense of the traditions.

24 solar terms12 zodiac animalsPrivate in-browser tools
Convert today’s date

01 / Date converter

One date. Two calendars.

Gregorian range: 1901–2099. Sample-checked against Hong Kong Observatory tables.

No account. No saved birthdays. Calculated in your browser.

Read the calculation rules & limitations

Your result

A different way to read the date.

Choose a date, then use the button to see its lunar counterpart.

Why trust NYOO

Clear sources. Private tools. Honest limits.

Explore the calendar

A useful place to start.

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What’s my zodiac?

Use your full birth date. January and February birthdays need a closer look.

Find your animal →
03

Today, in two calendars

A daily view of the lunar date, seasonal markers, and traditional festivals.

Open today’s calendar →
04

Plan lunar birthdays

Try transparent dates and exceptions across one, three or five years.

Build a free plan →
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Understand the details

Lunar months, leap months, and the traditions behind the dates.

Read the guides →

A first China shortlist

Which major place fits your trip?

Browse 12 source-linked attractions by region, city and interest—with suggested months and solar-term context.

Browse attractions →

Let the seasons lead

When would you like to see China?

Connect the calendar with seasonal experiences and local customs.

Explore by season →