Beautiful Japanese dolls and springtime. Girls’ Day spots in Yamagata, Japan

Girls’ Day celebrates the health and growth of girls. Traditionally, beautiful Japanese dolls called “Hina Ningyo” are put out as decoration and the day signifies the coming of spring. It is celebrated on March 3rd in Japan, but in Yamagata Prefecture, there are various events that you can enjoy up until April. There are places to see special Girls’ Day dolls and unique, local decorations. This time, we will show you Girls’ Day places and events that are easily accessible from central Yamagata. This spring, come by and feel the history of Girls’ Day with beautiful Japanese dolls and decorations.

Enjoy tradition and beauty at Tendo Hina Matsuri Festival

Every year in Tendo City, Yamagata Prefecture, the Tendo Hina Matsuri Festival is held. All over the city, you can see Hina Ningyo dolls. Tendo Shiritsu Kyuhigashimura Yamagunyakushoshiryokan exhibits rare Hina Ningyo dolls that have been passed down through generations. From Hina Ningyo dolls from the Edo period (1603-1868) to artwork to dolls made with clay, you can see all kinds of Hina Ningyo dolls. Here, you can feel the culture and techniques of the time. In addition, you’ll see rare, historical Hina Ningyo dolls in bath houses and other facilities. There will also be stamp rallies and photo contests. The Tendo Hina Matsuri Festival is a tradition that has been passed down and celebrated by many generations. These Hina Ningyo dolls have been treasured and protected through the ages. Come see them and think about the health and growth of the children with the rest of Japan.

Event period	February 1st – March 20th
Address	Tendo Shiritsu Kyuhigashimura Yamagunyakushoshiryokan 2-4-8 Itsuka-machi, Tendo-shi, Yamagata Prefecture
Access	Tendo Shiritsu Kyuhigashimura Yamagunyakushoshiryokan ・Yamagata Eki Nishiguchi Washington Hotel: 31-min. car ride from the hotel ・Yamagata Eki Nishiguchi Washington Hotel: From Yamagata Station (direct path from hotel), ride for 20 minutes to Tendo Station ・Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel: 21-min. car ride from the hotel
URL	（Tendo City Tourist Information Website）https://www.city.tendo.yamagata.jp/tourism/event/event-spring_hina.html

A magical world created by colorful Hina Ningyo dolls. A breathtaking 6000 figures! Dan-dan Long Na Hina Matsuri Festival

The Dan-dan Long Na Hina Matsuri Festival is held every year in Murayama City, Yamagata Prefecture. As the name suggests, there is a long Hina Ningyo doll display with 6000 Hina Ningyo dolls. The dolls are donated from all over the country, and you get to see the history, unique faces, and colorful outfits. In addition, there are Hina Ningyo dolls that were handmade by local preschoolers. It’s a blend between now and then that will make you feel warm inside. Seeing the vast expanse of Hina Ningyo dolls feels like the dolls themselves are celebrating the coming of spring. Come feel the rich history of Hina Ningyo dolls that spans generations.

Event period	February 27th – March 9th
Address	Murayama Community Hall 4-5-1 Tateokafueda, Murayama-shi, Yamagata Prefecture
Access	Murayama Community Hall ・Yamagata Eki Nishiguchi Washington Hotel: 31-min. car ride from the hotel ・Yamagata Eki Nishiguchi Washington Hotel: From Yamagata Station (direct path from hotel), ride the JR Yamagata Line to Murayama Station ・Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel: 38-min. car ride from the hotel
URL	https://www.city.murayama.lg.jp/kanko/kanko_koryu/dandanlong.html

Feel the rich culture of Girls’ Day through the Yachi Hina Matsuri Festival

Every April in Yachi, Yamagata Prefecture, a historically significant Girls’ Day festival is held. Long ago, the Yachi region was booming with safflower trade and culture from Kyoto. Beautiful Hina Ningyo dolls were passed down to different families. During the Girls’ Day festival season, rare Hina Ningyo dolls can be seen all around town. At the Kahokucho Benihana Museum, there is a special exhibit for Hina Ningyo dolls, and you get to see the rich culture of these dolls up close. In addition, the Hina Market will be held. You’ll find Hina Ningyo dolls, decorations, special local items, and other things here. It’ll feel like you stepped back in time. The Yachi Hina Festival has been celebrated for over 500 years. Feel the arrival of spring and enjoy the cross between tradition and beauty.

Event dates	Free Kahokucho Loop Shuttle: March 29th and 30th Kahokucho Benihana Museum Special Exhibit: February 14th – April 9th
Address	Kahokucho Benihana Museum Bo-1143 Yachi, Kahoku-cho, Nishimurayama-gun, Yamagata Prefecture
Access	Kahokucho Benihana Museum ・Yamagata Eki Nishiguchi Washington Hotel: 35-min. car ride from the hotel ・Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel: 35-min. car ride from the hotel
URL	https://www.town.kahoku.yamagata.jp/soshiki/shoko/kankousinkou/3342/4980.html