Haru -Spring
In Japan during Haru (Spring) the Sakura trees bloom thus producing beautiful Cherry Blossoms that only last for a short period of time (about a week). The Japanese love to have picnics under the Sakura Tree and take pictures of these beautiful flowers. Haru is one of the most popular seasons in Japan because of the blooming of the Sakura. Also in Haru there is the Doll's Festival (hina matsuri): Also called girl's festival. During this festival young girls have their Hina Dolls set out on platforms that can have up to seven rows! These dolls are placed out around the end of February and taken down on March 3, it is believed that if the Hina dolls are taken down after March 3 the girl will get married late in life. The festival is held on March 3 and the families pray for their daughters health and happiness.
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