Do you know the colours in Japanese now? What is red, green, white or black?
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Check that you know these colours in Japanese.
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Carp?! There are carp (koi) everywhere!
These fish are carp. Colourful, slimy and about as big as your arm. And you can see them all over the place in Japan - in small streams in streets, as temples, in moats around castles. There is even a professional baseball team called the Hiroshima Carp. Why are they so popular?
Koi at a castle! |
Carp playing baseball! |
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Carp: a symbol of strength and good luck
In Japanese culture, the koi carp is a highly respected and very symbolic fish that is closely tied to the country's national identity. The koi carp is thought to be a symbol of luck, prosperity, and good fortune within Japan. The name “koi” itself is Japanese and simply means “carp” in the Japanese language.
What is 'koinobori'?
It's the Children's Day Festival on May 5th
Craft idea#1 : Make an Origami Carp Streamer
This is fun, but perhaps a little challenging. Remember you will need one carp for each family member.
Craft idea #2 Make a single carp streamer
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