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Why are Dolls a Big Deal in Japan?

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On Saturday, March 3, we will be celebrating Hina Matsuri at Morikami with all-day fun for the entire family. But, are you familiar with the significance of Doll’s (or Girls’) Day in Japan? Hina Matsuri (ひな祭り), also known as Momo no Sekku (桃の節句) is Doll’s Day or Girls’ Day in Japan, a traditional holiday celebrated on March 3rd. The holiday’s origin derived from a practice during the Heian period (794-1185) in which families sent straw or paper dolls in small boats down the river. It was believed these dolls became effigies that …

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Modern Hishimochi Recipe 

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It’s hard for our staffers to not eat, sleep and breathe all things Japan when our colleague (and resident sweet maker) Amanda, brought in this delicious cheesecake treat! She kindly shared the recipe- we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

This recipe comes from the Aloha State, Hawaii. With one of the largest Japanese and Japanese-American populations in the US, the islands are home to some creative takes on traditional Japanese sweets. As cheesecake is popular in both Japan and the US, this dish is the perfect dessert to carry on the symbolism of the season wherever you are.

5 Morikami Holiday Experiences for the Person Who Has Everything 

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We all know that person. She has everything already. He’s so hard to shop for. But… they like to do things, go places and feel good supporting the arts. You’re in luck because we have just what you need to make them happy this holiday season. Here are 5 gift ideas for the person who just likes to have fun! [twocol_one]Dance with a lion at Oshogatsu. On Sunday, January 7, we will usher in 2018 with our Oshogatsu festival. Buy your special person a day filled with rice pounding, lion dancing, tea …

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Help Restore Our Gardens

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[button link=”https://blogarchive.morikami.org/product/donation-to-repair-garden-storm-damage/”]Click to Donate[/button] Dear Friends of the Morikami, Hurricane Irma came roaring through Florida, leaving in its wake a path of devastation and destruction. I hope that you and your loved ones are moving forward and are able to overcome the challenges that this fierce storm created. It is heartening to see our communities pulling together and helping each other to overcome the damages by instituting the necessary repairs. Once Irma had passed the Morikami, staff and I ventured into our beautiful Japanese Gardens and we were saddened to …

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Headline: 5 Things That Make Hatsume Hatsume

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Like your favorite holiday, Hatsume Fair only comes once a year, so let’s plan this out. Otherwise, you’ll have to wait another 364 days before you get to do all of the things that make Hatsume Hatsume. In other words, there is no other festival like it. [twocol_one] 5) Taiko, taiko, taiko: The signature sound of Morikami’s festivals are the thundering rhythms of taiko drums, and Hatsume Fair will not disappoint. Ronin Taiko and Fushu Daiko will alternate making your heart pound in your chest, taking the stage throughout both …

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