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Ninpaku Hina Festival - Hina Dolls Passed Down in Merchant Houses
Iwatsuki Ningyo Museum
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Hinamatsuri, celebrated on March 3rd, has a surprisingly recent history. It originated during the Edo period, combining purification rituals and doll play that had been practiced since ancient times, evolving into a festival praying for the healthy growth of girls. Hinamatsuri gradually spread from the upper class, including samurai and aristocrats, to the common people, becoming rooted in everyday life. Amid its prosperity, various styles of hina dolls were created, adding vibrant colors to the festival.
As the museum marks its fourth anniversary, this exhibition presents our fifth Hinamatsuri exhibition, focusing on the significant role played by "merchant houses" in the celebration. The exhibition showcases hina dolls from the Edo to Showa periods, with a particular emphasis on those associated with merchant families, featuring donations from various regions. Additionally, the exhibition provides glimpses of the era through exhibited photographs. These dolls, entrusted with wishes for children's growth, have been cherished and passed down through generations in merchant houses.
As the museum marks its fourth anniversary, this exhibition presents our fifth Hinamatsuri exhibition, focusing on the significant role played by "merchant houses" in the celebration. The exhibition showcases hina dolls from the Edo to Showa periods, with a particular emphasis on those associated with merchant families, featuring donations from various regions. Additionally, the exhibition provides glimpses of the era through exhibited photographs. These dolls, entrusted with wishes for children's growth, have been cherished and passed down through generations in merchant houses.
Schedule | Jan 27 (Sat) 2024-Mar 24 (Sun) 2024 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Adults ¥300; University and High School Students, Seniors 65 & Over ¥150; Junior High and Elementary School Students ¥100. | ||||
| Website | https://ningyo-muse.jp/modules/exhibition/index.php?action=PageView&page_id=40 | ||||
| Venue | Iwatsuki Ningyo Museum https://ningyo-muse.jp/ | ||||
| Location | 6-1-1 Honcho, Iwatsuki-ku, Saitama-shi, Saitama 339-0057 | ||||
| Access | 10 minute walk from the East exit of Iwatsuki Station on the Tobu Urban Park line. | ||||
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