SAGAMIHARA KOINOBORI
Koinobori (Koi-nobori),
meaning “carp streamer” in Japanese, are carp-shaped wind socks
traditionally flown in Japan to celebrate Tango no Sekku, a
traditional calendrical event which is now designated a National
holiday; Children’s Day (MAY 5)
Children’s Day (Kodomo no hi) 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.
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