英会話

年中行事

節分 Bean-throwing Ceremony
Roasted soybeans are scattered to drive demons away.
ひな祭り Doll Festival
Dolls in traditional costumes are displayed by families with young girls.
花見 Cherry-blossom viewing
People eat and drink under the cherry trees in full bloom.
端午の節句 The Boy's Festival
Streamers in the shape of carp are displayed by families with young boys. The carp is a symbol of success in life.
七夕 The Star Festival
A festival to celebrate the meeting of two stars, representing lovers in the sky. People write their wishes on pieces of paper and tie them to bamboo branches.
盆 The Bon Festival
A mid-summer festival to welcome the souls of the dead.
七五三 The Seven-five-three festival
A festival for 3-year-old boys and girls, 5-year-old boys and 7-year-old girls.

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