Why do we display Hina dolls on Hinamatsuri?
Hinamatsuri is a day held on March 3rd (formerly April 3rd), when people celebrate the growth and mental development of their children, and pray for their good health and happiness in the future.
It has a long history, having been the dwelling place of the Shogun, nobles, and feudal lords since the Muromachi period.
Gradually, it became an event that was also held by the general public.
However, we live in an age where we have a lot of different types of television, information, and games to play.
It is unfortunate that the true meaning of Hina dolls has not been passed down.
What is Hinamatsuri?
In the first place, Hinamatsuri is a celebration where the whole family puts themselves in the girls' shoes .
It's about celebrating growth.
The young lady smiles there.
It's so cute.
There, young ladies decorate the house with Hina dolls, experience the Hinamatsuri festival, and learn about it.
You feel something in your heart, something is burned into your heart, and it grows.
It is true that we Japanese have come this far thanks to our ancestors.
Although Japanese people have become richer materially, they have also become less able to feel spiritual wealth.
Was this the "true happiness" that our ancestors desired and sought?
What is important now is to imprint this richness of spirit in your daughter's heart.
Once you think of it as an annual learning experience, you will understand why the Japanese have celebrated Hinamatsuri with Hina dolls for so long.
Pray to God and give thanks to Buddha!
It is also the role of Hinamatsuri and Hina dolls to teach this way of thinking to children.
That's why Hina dolls are such a warm gift from grandparents!
It is a " gift from the heart " in the form of a Hina doll.
Takeaki Aoki, Representative of Hinase Dolls, Fujieda City, Shizuoka Prefecture
