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Hina Matsuri, also known as Doll's Day or Girls' Day, is a special festival celebrated in Japan on March 3rd, not February 5th. It's a day when families with daughters display beautiful dolls dressed in traditional Japanese clothes. These dolls represent an ancient royal court. People believe the dolls protect girls and bring them happiness. Families often eat special food like colorful rice snacks to celebrate. Hina Matsuri is a time for families to wish for their girls to grow healthy and happy. It's a day full of smiles, delicious treats, and pretty dolls sitting on red cloth steps.
How to celebrate Hina Matsuri - celebrated in some traditions on this day?
To celebrate Hina Matsuri, set up a special display with pretty dolls dressed in colorful clothes. You can make or draw dolls if you don't have real ones. Spend time with family and enjoy delicious sweets, like rice crackers and pink, white, and green rice cakes. Maybe have a small party with friends, play fun games, and sing cheerful songs. Wear a nice outfit, maybe something pink or spring-like. Make a wish for happiness and health for all the girls you know. It's also fun to make crafts, like paper flowers, to decorate your space beautifully for the celebration.
Where Hina Matsuri - celebrated in some traditions on this day is celebrated?
- - International
- - Hawaii
