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Describes Japan's annual Hina Matsuri held on March 3rd.

Provides origin, tradition, celebrations, and e-greetings for this celebration in March.

Annotoated photo guide to the famous Honen Festival in Komaki, Aichi.

A collection of photos and descriptions of how Japanese celebrate.

Gives structure of fireworks, how they are made, and photographs.

Gives overview and explains variaties of Japanese fireworks, picture gallery and how to photograph them.

Japanese folk toys are a respected and integral part of Japanese folklore.

A four minute news piece on the Obon festival and funerals in Japan, along with modern changes to traditional rites. From August, 2001. [Realplayer required].

A brief description of New Years Day in Japan.

Short description of the annual 7-5-3 children's festival.

Visit a shinto shrine, learn about the 1000 year candy, and see what kids wear for the holiday.

Offers information on the Tanabaata celebration, history, legend and greetings.