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March 3rd is Hina-Matsuri festival in Japan
There are many traditional, cultural events held on certain days in Japan. The third of March is a day for girls, called “hina matsuri.” It is a day families wish daughters happiness, good growth, and health. Traditionally, families with daughters display speciiial dolls called “o-hina-sama” a couple of weeks before the day and put them away several days after the day. O-hina-sama dolls are for display only, not to play with.
Application available for students wishing to travel to Ebetsu, Japan
Applications for students to experience Ebetsu, Japan are available now for Gresham High School and Reynold's High School students. Read eligibility requirements and download forms on the Student Exchange page.