Koinobori – Carp Wind Socks in Japan for Boys Day

Ayako Egawa wrote to me today about a Koinobori event she went to in Japan. Koinobori are large carp windsocks that are displayed for Tango no Sekku (Boys Day) outside homes in Japan. The carp is a symbol for the holiday because they’re considered strong and determined. Here’s Ayako’s note with the pics she shared. 

I found an event called “Art Koinobori” in the park today.

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The artists created their own Koinobori and they are displayed in the air.

They look modern and colorful.

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Also there is an big Koinobori tunnel where we can walk inside, too.

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If you like these photos, please feel free to share them on your blog. -Ayako

Many thanks to Ayako Egawa for sharing these photos with us!

Mama Lisa

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