["Traditional and Cultural Inheritance"]

doi:10.3969/j.issn.2095-9753.2025.03.011

Abstract：["Aromatic sachets, also known as fragrant bags, aromatic pouches, red bags, wearing silk, and fragrance containers, are a traditional custom in most parts of China, especially during the Dragon Boat Festival. As the saying goes, \u0027When the Dragon Boat Festival arrives, the five poisons emerge.\u0027 After the Dragon Boat Festival, plum rains and humid summer weather prevail in the Jiangnan region. The fragrant aroma of the medicinal herbs inside the sachet can stimulate stomach qi, promote spleen and stomach transformation and transportation, enhance gastrointestinal function, and enable the body to naturally expel pathogens and improve immunity. It also has the effect of repelling insects, mice, and ants. Therefore, the period around the Dragon Boat Festival has been the best time to wear aromatic sachets since ancient times. This article discusses and analyzes the traditional and cultural inheritance of the Dragon Boat sachet from the perspectives of historical literature, craftsmanship and technological innovation, and cultural integration. It sorts out the dual value of sachets in TCM prevention and control of epidemics and cultural inheritance, and explores the innovative path from traditional herbal bags to modern smart products, reflecting the philosophy of \u0027upholding the essence while innovating\u0027 in traditional Chinese medicine."]