【Introducing Japanese Culture】 “Children’s Day” 🎏
2026/4/30
Children’s Day is a public holiday that celebrates children’s happiness and healthy growth on May 5 in Japan. Originating from Tango no Sekku (the Boy’s Festival)—once observed mainly for boys—it is now a day for all children.
Families raise koinobori (carp streamers), display Yoroi-kabuto (samurai warrior armors and helmets), take soothing iris leaves baths, and enjoy seasonal treats such as kashiwa‑mochi (rice cakes wrapped in oak leaves) and chimaki (rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves). The carp swimming upstream symbolizes strength and growth, while oak leaves represent family prosperity.
The ornament is on display at the Embassy lobby; we warmly invite you to visit.
Families raise koinobori (carp streamers), display Yoroi-kabuto (samurai warrior armors and helmets), take soothing iris leaves baths, and enjoy seasonal treats such as kashiwa‑mochi (rice cakes wrapped in oak leaves) and chimaki (rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves). The carp swimming upstream symbolizes strength and growth, while oak leaves represent family prosperity.
The ornament is on display at the Embassy lobby; we warmly invite you to visit.
Koinobori (carp streamers)
Ambassador’s spouse and local staff
Yoroi (samurai warrior armor)
An ornament at the embassy’s lobby
Kashiwa-mochi (oak leaf rice cake) and Chimaki (bamboo leaf rice dumpling)