Hinamatsuri

Hinamatsuri, also known as ‘Doll’s Day’ or ‘Girl’s Day’, is a traditional Shinto holiday in Japan. Families celebrate by praying for their daughters and display hina-ningyo (ornamental dolls representing the Emperor and Empress). 

To find out more about Hinamatsuri explore the links below!

https://blog.japanwondertravel.com/what-is-hinamatsuri-29534

https://www.bpl.org/blogs/post/the-origins-and-practices-of-holidays-hinamatsuri-fat-tuesday-and-ash-wednesday/

https://www.nippon.com/en/features/jg00031/