Shichi-Go-San, literally translated "Seven-Five-Three" is a traditional festival day in Japan to celebrate the healthy growth of children, three and seven year-old girls and three and five year-old boys.
It is not a national holiday. It is generally held on the nearest weekend around November 15.
When I went to Tokyo a few weeks ago for a college reunion, I visited Kanda Myojin Shrine on Sunday morning.
Two families were celebrating Shichi-Go-San festival there.
They were dressed up in their best clothes and held a ceremony of purification.
Parents didn't fail to take pictures of thier lovely children.
One young couple were having a wedding ceremony at Kanda Myojin on the day.
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