Hinamatsuri & Momo no Sekku: Why the Peach? The Meaning Behind Japan’s Doll Festival
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March 3rd is Hinamatsuri — also known as Momo no Sekku, or the “Festival of Peaches.” But why peaches? It’s not simply because they bloom in early spring. In both ancient Japan and China, the peach was believed to be a sacred fruit with the power to ward off evil spirits. Why Is the Peach […]
