Although many Asian cultures recognize the Asian Zodiac, they each have their own way of bringing in the New Year. Some follow the calendar New Year, while others follow the solar calendar.
Background The Asian Zodiac origins are based on the lunar year cycle and are shared by the Chinese, Japanese, Korean and other Southeast Asian cultures
The Japanese tradition, “Hinamatsuri” or Girls’ Day is celebrated on March 3rd (the 3rd day of the 3rd month) and is an occasion to pray for a young girl’s growth and happiness.
A Red Egg and Ginger Party is where proud parents introduced their new baby to friends and relatives. Traditionally, a newborn was not given a
Kodomo no hi or Japanese Children’s Day is a festival originally for boys (“tango no sekku”) but which has been renamed for both sexes and
Kodomo no hi or Japanese Children’s Day is a festival originally for boys (“tango no sekku”) but which has been renamed for both sexes and
A Red Egg and Ginger Party is where proud parents introduced their new baby to friends and relatives. Traditionally, a newborn was not given a
Background The Asian Zodiac origins are based on the lunar year cycle and are shared by the Chinese, Japanese, Korean and other Southeast Asian cultures
The Japanese tradition, “Hinamatsuri” or Girls’ Day is celebrated on March 3rd (the 3rd day of the 3rd month) and is an occasion to pray for a young girl’s growth and happiness.