Shichi-Go-San (Japan)

Shichi-Go-San is a traditional Japanese celebration that honors the growth and well-being of young children, specifically those who are three, five, and seven years old. The name “Shichi-Go-San” translates to “seven-five-three” in English, symbolizing the ages of the children being celebrated and marking important milestones in their development.

In Japanese culture, certain numbers are considered lucky, and celebrating children at these particular ages is believed to bring them blessings and good fortune. Shichi-Go-San is a time for families to dress their children in traditional attire, often kimono for girls and hakama for boys, and visit shrines or temples to offer prayers for their health, happiness, and future success.