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S H I C H I G O S A N

Shichi-go-san is a traditional Japanese event to celebrate children’s growth.Many families go to shrines or temples and pray for the healthy growth of their children.The children are dressed in traditional kimono.Shichi-go-san is one of the few chances when you can see Japanese people wearing kimono.

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C H I T O S E - A M E

When children visit during Shichi-Go-San, they are given a long, thin stick-shaped candy called Chitose-ame. Chitose means “one thousand years.” It symbolizes health and a long life.

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O M I Y A M A I R I

Taking a baby to the shrine to pray for its health.