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Re: Tango-no-Sekku (Boy's Day)
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lugnet.build.vignette
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Tue, 14 Feb 2006 23:23:59 GMT
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In lugnet.build.vignette, Nelson Yrizarry wrote:
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A follow-up to my Hina-Matsuri (Girl’s
Day) vignette, Tango-no-Sekku is Boy’s Day - Celebrated on May 5th.
Click for images
Now known as “Children’s Day” in Japan (a National holiday), this is the day
when sons are traditionally honored. Most notable are the large koinobori
(carp) banners that are flown - one for each male son. The carp is considered
as the most spirited of all fish, able to overcome obstacles such as strong
currents - hence, it serves as a symbol of the desired strength and success
of the family’s male childen.
I have incorporated other aspects of the Japanese culture - Father enjoying
sake; a katanakake (sword stand); a small Zen garden, etc.
Enjoy!
“Big Daddy” Nelson
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heh, I love it. I appreciate that you’re able to take a small place and give it
such a feeling of ‘fullness’ without being cluttered. Very nice indeed.
Steve
LEGO Community Relations Coordinator
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