May 3 – May 5
Japan’s Children’s Day
Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
5180 Westwater Drive
10am-5pm. May 5th is a national holiday in Japan called “Children’s Day” or Kodomo-no-hi, a special occasion to honour children’s happiness and well-being. Visitors can join us in a the tradition of making “kabuto” (samurai) helmets out of origami during the Children’s Day weekend. In Japan, homes and businesses may display miniature samurai warrior doll sets (with armor, helmet & sword), and children will make these paper hats to commemorate the holiday. Look for the flying carp (koi) streamer (koinobori) in front of Murakami House, where this activity will take place.
Website: https://stevestonheritage.ca/2024/04/09/childrens-day-at-britannia-shipyards/