Hina Dolls, Japan

Kimonobox · 20 February 2010 · 1 min read · 2,085 views · Good to know ↓

Have you got a favourite doll?

I love the Japanese Hina doll set.

What is your favourite doll?

This one is great because it has a small drawer to keep your treasures in.

Good to know

Hina dolls (Girls' Day): good to know

Checked October 2026 · next check January 2027

Added by Shibuya246, separate from the original post above. Facts are checked every quarter against the sources below.

What it is: Dolls of the ancient imperial court, set out on red-covered tiers for Hina Matsuri on 3 March, to pray for girls' health.
When: Homes usually display them from early February until 3 March. Some families keep them up until 3 April.
Where to see it: Katsuura in Chiba lines about 1,800 dolls up the steps of Tomisaki Shrine (21 February to 3 March in 2026). Hokyo-ji in Kyoto, the Doll Temple, shows dolls in March.
Where to buy it: Asakusabashi in Tokyo (JR Chuo-Sobu Line, Toei Asakusa Line) is the doll-shop district. Kyugetsu's main store is the easiest for visitors and ships abroad.

Best time

Displayed February to 3 March.