Tokyo November Celebrations
This national holiday on November 3rd celebrates arts and culture in Japan.
What is Culture Day?
People often visit these places to pray for their children during Shichi-Go-San.
What are shrines?
These sweet rice cakes are commonly eaten at celebrations.
What is mochi?
This flower symbolizes long life and happiness.
What is the chrysanthemum?
Answer: This U.S. holiday in November focuses on gratitude and family meals.
What is Thanksgiving?
This festival features dolls dressed in traditional clothing and celebrates children ages 3, 5, and 7.
What is Shichi-Go-San?
This polite action, used in ceremonies and greetings, shows respect in Japan.
What is bowing?
This fall food is used in many street snacks at festivals.
What is sweet potato?
This bird is a symbol of peace in Japan.
What is the crane?
In both places, communities come together to celebrate these public outdoor events.
What are festivals/parades?
Cities across Japan host these flower festivals in November.
What are chrysanthemum festivals?
Families often dress children in this traditional clothing for festivals.
What is a kimono?
These festival stalls sell snacks and small games.
What are yatai stalls?
Lanterns represent this idea during festivals.
What is light or guidance?
This U.S. holiday honors military veterans.
What is Veterans Day?
This city’s famous “Night Festival” includes floats decorated with lanterns.
What is Chichibu?
Many festivals include performances using these traditional Japanese drums.
What are taiko drums?
This warm noodle dish is popular during colder November festivals.
What is udon?
This red shape on Japan’s flag symbolizes the sun.
What is the red circle?
Both Tokyo and many U.S. cities celebrate this change during fall.
What is seasonal beauty (changing leaves)?
This type of parade float is often pulled through streets during November festivals.
What are festival floats (yatai)?
This word means “festival” in Japanese.
What is matsuri?
At Shichi-Go-San, children receive this special candy in long bags.
What is chitose ame?
The chrysanthemum crest appears on this important office.
What is the Imperial Seal?
One difference is that Tokyo celebrates this November cultural holiday that does not exist in the U.S.
What is Culture Day?