Hina-Matsuri (Doll’s Festival)
March 3 is the day of Hina-Matsuri (Doll’s Festival). Hina-matsuri dolls are displayed and a festive meal is eaten at home to pray for girl’s healthy growth. Chirashi-Sushi (scattered sushi), Hamaguri (clam) soup, tricolor Hishi-mochi (Diamond-shaped rice cake) and so on are commonly enjoyed. Using Nori (edible algae or sea...