[Yamagata Prefecture] Yamagata is filled with Hina dolls. Introducing Hina dolls from each region, including Kodai Hina dolls, Kyoto Hina dolls, and Tsurushi Hina dolls!

Speaking of March, in Japan, Doll's Festival is an annual event to pray for the healthy growth of girls. In Yamagata Prefecture, there are old houses scattered throughout the prefecture that display Hina decorations for one month from around March 3rd in the modern calendar until April 3rd in the lunar calendar.

In each region, hina dolls that have been passed down from generation to generation are put on display for the general public to see at various facilities and stations called Hina Corridors.

You can also get a glimpse of the historical background of Hina Hina, such as the ancient Hina Hina that were transported through trade, and the placement of male and female Hatchlings on the right and left differently due to cultural differences.

In this article, we will introduce how the entire Yamagata Prefecture is covered in beautiful Hina dolls.

We will also introduce details such as the release date, so please read until the end.

Carrying a palanquin on the Kitamaebune? Kyoto Hina and Kyoho Hina

The elegant face and glossy, luxurious kimono are in an amazing state of preservation, and the people who come to see them are exclaiming, "Wow, how beautiful!"

Sakata, where trade was active with Edo, Kyoto, and Osaka, is home to many historical hina dolls that were transported by Kitamaebune ships

In Sakata's old family, the Hina dolls are extremely luxurious and have been carefully passed down, and the storehouses and tatami rooms are used to display them to the public so that locals and tourists can see them.

The Honma Art Museum in Sakata has been holding a Doll's Festival since 1945, displaying valuable Hina dolls such as Kyoho Hina dolls.

Although it is in the same city as Sakata, there are a large number of dolls, including hina dolls displayed in the former Abe family's parlor a little further away, and clay dolls that have been passed down from generation to generation, all on display to welcome visitors. Masu.

Sakata City Hina Tour <Information>

• Location: Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture
• Date: Late February to early April
• Official URL: Yamagata Prefecture Official Tourism Site – Yamagata Doll Tour ~Sakata Edition~

Does the sitting position of male and female chicks differ depending on the region?

In the Kansai region, where the influence of imperial court culture remains strong, Otoko dolls are displayed on the right side.

On the other hand, in the Kanto region, since the Emperor Showa stood on the right side of the Empress, it is said that male dolls were also displayed on the left side.

There are many different expressions to the doll's face, depending on the head sculptor in each region, and there are also small differences in the tiered decorations, but I will refrain from explaining them here.

In Yamagata Prefecture, there are many places where Hina dolls from both the Kansai and Kanto regions are displayed, so it might be another way to enjoy them while looking for different parts!

Other Hinamatsuri information in Yamagata Prefecture

It seems that the Doll's Festival is held all over Yamagata Prefecture, but we will introduce four representative locations.

Yamagata City Hinamatsuri Information

It seems that a Hina Corridor-like event is being held in Yamagata City where you can enjoy strolling around the city while looking at Hina decorations displayed throughout the city, including the ``Beni no Kura''.

INFORMATION

• Sponsored by: Town Vibrancy Promotion Committee (Yamagata City Urban Promotion Corporation) 023-631-0831
  Yamagata City (Yamagata Brand Promotion Division) 023-641-1212 (ext. 409)
  Nanokamachi Shopping District Promotion Association 023-631-6368
• Co-sponsor: Yamagata City Center Shopping District Development Council
• Contact: Yamagata City Urban Development Corporation 023-631-0831

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Kahoku Town Hinamatsuri Information

In Yachi, Kahoku Town, there are high-quality historical dolls such as Kyoho dolls, Jirozaemon dolls, Kokin dolls, and Gosho dolls, which have been passed down from generation to generation in each family due to the safflower trade. It remains in the old house.

Yachi, Kahoku Town is said to be the birthplace of the Michinoku Doll's Festival , and every year the Yachi Doll's Festival was held a month later in April.

The Doll's Festival, which had been canceled due to coronavirus countermeasures, will be held for the first time in four years on April 1st (Saturday) and 2nd (Sunday), 2023. A ``Hinaichi'' will be set up on Kitaguchi Street in the town, and Hinaichi Street will be held on Saturday, April 2nd, 2023. A precious Hina doll will be displayed to the public in the center.

INFORMATION

• Location: Yachi, Kahoku Town, Yamagata Prefecture
• Business hours: 9:00-16:00 (some until 17:00)
• Price: Jidai Hina public 300 yen for adults (varies depending on venue)
• Access: Free shuttle bus will be operated from Sakuranbo Higashine Station and the town parking lot on April 1st and 2nd.
• Event period: April 1st (Sat) and 2nd (Sun), 2023
• Contact: Yachi Hinamatsuri Executive Committee (within Kahoku Town Tourism Association)
• Phone number: 0237-72-3787 Fax number 0237-73-3500

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Kaminoyama City Hinamatsuri information

Inside Kaminoyama Castle, Hina dolls from each era, from the Edo period to the present day, are displayed.

The display in the unique atmosphere of the castle is sure to be a sight to behold, as it goes perfectly with the hina dolls that have been carefully handed down through the ages.

It seems that the workshop will be held at the same time, so if you are interested, it would be best to check in advance.

INFORMATION

• Location: 3-7 Motojonai, Kaminoyama City, Yamagata Prefecture
• Business hours: 9:00-16:45 (last entry)
• Closed: Every Thursday
• Admission fee: Adults 420 yen, High school/university students 370 yen, Elementary/junior high school students 50 yen
• Event period: March 3rd to April 2nd, 2023
• Contact: Kaminoyama Castle Local Museum
• Phone number: 023-673-3660

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Tendo doll decoration information

Tendo Hina Decorations are decorated with Hina Hina dolls that have been cherished for generations, including Kokin Hina dolls in luxurious costumes, Kyoho Hina dolls, and Ushoku Hina dolls.

The ``Tendo Hina Kazari'' event will be held at the same time in collaboration with city exhibition facilities and restaurants, so you can enjoy touring the city.

INFORMATION

• Address: 2-4-8 Itsukamachi, Tendo City, Yamagata Prefecture
• Closed: Every Monday
• Price: Adults 220 yen, High school students 110 yen, Elementary and junior high school students free
• Contact: Tendo Oda no Sato History Museum
• Phone number: 023-653-0631

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summary

Although we have introduced the Hina Matsuri in Yamagata quickly, there are still other places and facilities where you can see precious Hina dolls, such as ancient Hina dolls that have been passed down since the Edo period.

It's a rare sight to see the Tsurushi Hina dolls hanging all over the venue and the Kyoto Hina dolls brought from as far away as Kyoto (Kansai), so why not take this opportunity to see them only once a year? Or?