Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day)

The Japanese Culture Festival also celebrates Kodomo no Hi (children's day), which is a national holiday in Japan.


*The picture is Koinobori, which is the symbol of the Children's day. The large carp at the top represents the father, the second carp represents the mother, and the third carp represents their children. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodomo_no_hi)


Kodomo no Hi (こどもの日; meaning "Children's Day") is a Japanese national holiday which takes place annually on May 5, the fifth day of the fifth month, and is part of the Golden Week. It is a day set aside to respect children's personalities and to celebrate their happiness. It was designated a National holiday by the Japanese government in 1948.
(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodomo_no_hi)