Occasion Guides
Shichi-Go-San Kimono by Age: How Outfits Differ at Three, Five, and Seven

Shichi-Go-San ("Seven-Five-Three") is a Japanese celebration held every November for children turning three, five, or seven — a milestone visit to a Shinto shrine to give thanks for a child's growth so far and pray for continued health. If you're visiting Japan in autumn, it's not unusual to spot families in full kimono heading into […]

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