"Hina Matsuri" - doll festival

It's girl's festival celebrated on March 3 every year. We decorate them on the day to pray for the girls' health and happiness now and in the future. Each doll has a special place to be on the 'steps' and a special meaning. The top layer is reserved for the emperor and emperess. The dress of the dolls is from the Imperial Court during the Heian period. Row two are ladies in waiting; row 3 five male court musicians; row 4 two ministers and trays of food; row 5 guards with and orange tree and cherry tree.