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1/27/12 DISCLAIMER FROM JCCCNC: Please be advised that our website has recently been compromised. Do NOT click on any of the photos on the LEFT hand sidebar. If you scroll over the image and see the words “Putty” and/or “Download,” do not click on this image, it will take you to an unauthorized site and possibly download a virus. The JCCCNC is actively working to fix this issue. Please note that all of the links within the JCCCNC website are safe to click on. If you prefer, please call us at (415) 567-5505 to obtain information on our programs, membership or events. Kodomo No Hi (Children's Day)In recognition of the national holiday of Japan to
Background
Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day) falls on May 5th and is one of the most popular national holidays in Japan. Kodo mo no Hi actually started long ago as Tango no Sekku (Boy's Day) , a holiday celebrating the male children. After World War II it was changed to celebrate the health and growth of all children, in hopes of uplifting the spirits of Japan. Many of the traditions and decorations related to Children's Day still reflect those of Boy's Day. To bring good fortune to the boys in home, koinobori (colorful carp streamers) are flown outside of houses to wish them luck for the future. Koinobori are believed to be strong, spirited fish that are known for their determination in fighting up streams and through powerful waterfalls. Families also display kabuto (samurai helmet) and samurai dolls representing Kintaro, Momotaro and others that symbolize courage. Another tradition is the offering of kashiwa-mochi, a rice cake stuffed with bean paste and wrapped in an oak leaf, which is also a symbol of strength. Iris flowers also bloom during this time, and are placed in the home to ward off evil.
School VisitsTuesday, April 24 - Friday, April 27 Monday, April 30 (Call for times and reservations)
These youth have the opportunity to participate in hands- on arts and craft projects making mini koinoboiri (carp streamers), sing Children's Day songs, and learn about the meanings and symbolism of the traditional Japanese Boys and Girls Day doll displays. These displays are loaned to us from families in the community and many are several generations old. If you wish to participate in our annual Children’s Day School Visits, please contact Aya Ino at (415) 567-5505 x228 or e-mail. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! JCCCNC is now recruiting volunteers for the 20th Annual Children's Day School Visits from April 24-30!
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celebrate
children, the JCCCNC presents Children's Day or Kodomo No Hi,
which combines the traditional celebration of Hinamatsuri (Dolls
Day) of March 3rd and Boys Day of May 5th.
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As part of JCCCNC’s goal of preserving and cultivating Japanese American culture, JCCCNC has hosted its Children’s Day School Visit program. In this program, elementary school students from the city of San Francisco are introduced to the customs and practices of this Japanese national holiday. Over 1000 students will participate in this year's school visit program. 
