For fun fun Friday we celebrated Hinamatsuri, and really looked into the tradition.
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Hinamatsuri, or Doll’s Day, is a cherished Japanese tradition celebrated on March 3rd, where families come together to honor and wish for the prosperity of their daughters.
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Central to this tradition are the emperor (Odairisama) and empress (Ohinasama) dolls displayed on a tiered platform. These ornate dolls symbolize not just imperial grace but also carry the heartfelt hopes for the well-being and happiness of the family’s girls.
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Families arrange the dolls with precision and adorn the display with traditional accessories, something the students could look into and zoom into and use for their activity.
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Today’s activity was a beautiful blend of cultural significance, artistic expression, and a deep-rooted desire for the flourishing futures of the young ones in the household.
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Students zoomed into the details and tried capture the intricacies of the dolls.
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Enjoy your Hinamatsuri.
Jake