March 3rd is the day every year to celebrate and pray for the growth and happiness of girls. Hina-ningyo dolls are traditionally arranged on a platform covered with a red cloth. Some are simple, others quite elaborate. It is not a national holiday, but it is widely celebrated. If you are not in Japan (or even if you are) I want to share some of the many types of displays here.
I will not be celebrating or displaying the Doll’s Festival. You and Queenie put on a cute display. It's wonderful that both of you value Japanese customs. I'm Japanese, but you both look more Japanese.😄
I love Hina Matsuri and the various ornaments and the various ways they can be displayed. To me, it is a sure sign that spring is in the air. Your Hello Kitty dolls are charming.
I only now notice how close Hina Matsuri falls to international women's day on March 8th, which has just become an official holiday in some areas of Germany!
I will not be celebrating or displaying the Doll’s Festival. You and Queenie put on a cute display. It's wonderful that both of you value Japanese customs.
ReplyDeleteI'm Japanese, but you both look more Japanese.😄
I love Hina Matsuri and the various ornaments and the various ways they can be displayed. To me, it is a sure sign that spring is in the air.
ReplyDeleteYour Hello Kitty dolls are charming.
Beautiful displays. No the day is not celebrated here.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful displays❤️
ReplyDeleteThese are wonderful images and it looks like a lovely festival. I love all the dolls.
ReplyDeleteI only now notice how close Hina Matsuri falls to international women's day on March 8th, which has just become an official holiday in some areas of Germany!
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