Cultures and Traditions

Ms. Mayu taught us about the Japanese tradition of 'Girl's Day' which is celebrated tomorrow (Thursday 3rd March). The celebration for Japanese girls is also known as Doll's Day, while Japanese Boys' Day is May 5. People display a set of Hina dolls and props in the house, wishing girls' healthy growth and happiness.

Traditionally, parents or grandparents of a newborn girl buy a set of gorgeous Hina dolls unless they have special dolls, which are inherited from generation to generation. Hina dolls are dressed in Japanese ancient costumes. Ms. Mayu brought in her mother's dolls, which represent a prince and a princess getting married.