March 3rd is the celebrating day for girls in Japan which is called Ohina-sama or Hina Matsuri Festival.
This is the doll festival day.
Usually Japanese girls are given their own Ohina-sama Dolls from their parents or grand parents when they were born.
This Ohina-sama dolls are reproduced ancient Japanese loyal wedding : it has bride, groom, their stewards, bride's household effects, trousseau and many many parts!
It is the really elaborate miniature wedding.
I remember my mother invited my friends and had a Ohina-sama party in front of Ohina-sama dolls when I was a child.
Takayama's annual events are usually held one month delay because of its cold climate.
So this Hina matsuri festival is also held on April 3rd without exception.
Many of travellers can find antique and modern Ohina-sama dolls in museums and traditional style ryokans in Takayama city.
And you will enjoy our hospitality and Takayama's history and customs.
