If you read our earlier post about Hinamatsuri, you should know that March 5th is an important day for little girls.  Hinamatsuri, known as Girl’s Day, is a Shinto holiday that focuses on praying for the health, prosperity, and happiness of girls under the age of 10.  May 5th is an important holiday for little boys.  May 5th is Kodomo no Hi, also known as Children’s Day.  While the name may suggest it is for all children, it focuses on boys.  Let’s check out the history.  

Have you ever visited Japan and wondered about those carp flagged up in some places? Those colorful koi banners are called Carp Streamers or

日本を訪れて、所々に鯉の旗が立っているのを不思議に思ったことはないでしょうか。色とりどりの鯉の旗は、「鯉のぼり」と呼ばれています。4月から5月の第一週目まで、こどもの日を祝うために、全国各地で飾られています。

"The summer is coming, Hachiju Hachiya" (夏も近づく八十八夜) is a beloved song among Japanese elementary students. This charming tune celebrates the

Did you know one of the busiest holiday seasons in Japan is at the end of April and the beginning of May?

It's that golden time of year in Japan, Golden Week!