Cherry Blossoms and the Arrival of Spring

 

 

March 3rd marks the Jōshi Festival, a day to pray for healthy growth.

Cherry blossoms and mandarin orange branches adorn the dignified white Japanese paper.
A wooden stand holds Hishi-mochi, a traditional spring celebration sweet.

Simply place it in your home to create a quiet space for prayer.

 

What is the Jōshi Festival?

 

 

The Jōshi Festival is one of Japan's seven seasonal festivals, celebrated on March 3rd, and is also known as the Peach Festival.

It originated as a ritual to purify the body and ward off evil spirits during the change of seasons.
Over time, it became associated with the custom of transferring misfortune to dolls, eventually evolving into today's Hina Matsuri.
It is a day to display Hina dolls and pray for the health and happiness of girls.

 

 

Cherry Blossoms and Mandarin Oranges Herald Spring

 

 

Cherry Blossoms and Mandarin Oranges

 

Cherry blossoms and mandarin orange branches are auspicious trees often displayed with Hina dolls.
They are said to originate from the cherry tree and mandarin orange tree planted on either side of the Shishinden at the Kyoto Imperial Palace.
Cherry blossoms symbolize the arrival and splendor of spring, while the evergreen mandarin orange tree represents enduring prosperity and longevity.

Pale cherry blossom flowers, yellow mandarin orange fruit, and young leaves adorn the white Japanese paper.
A red cord tie elegantly finishes the combination of white and cherry blossom pink.

 

Wooden Stand

 

The display is supported by a stand with a soft wood grain.
The warmth of the wood harmonizes with the white Japanese paper.

No need to hang it on the wall—simply place it on a shelf, tokonoma alcove, entryway table, or living room chest.

【Size】

Width: 8.5 cm
Height: 50 cm
Depth: 13.5 cm

 

 

Seasonal Sweet: Hishi-mochi

 

Hishi-mochi is an essential spring celebration sweet for Hina Matsuri.
Three layers of pink, white, and green mochi are stacked, with pink said to ward off evil, white to represent purity, and green to symbolize health.
From melting snow to budding life, this auspicious sweet reflects the transition of spring.

A Hishi-mochi offering display is placed on the stand.
Together with the white Japanese paper, it quietly adds color to your space of spring prayer.

 

 

 

A Season of Cherry Blossoms and Prayer

 

 

 

Take a moment to quietly offer a prayer at this seasonal turning point.

Cherry blossoms and traditional seasonal decorations create a serene atmosphere in your home.
Why not pray for healthy days ahead on the Jōshi Festival?