Today, families with boys display miniature samurai armor, helmets and dolls representing famous feudal generals and other heroes.
They would like their sons to grow as strong as warriors.
In the Edo period, families of samurai began celebrating May 5th
as the day for boys. This is a real ancient armor in the catsle.
These are Koinobori ( colorful carp banners)
This day has become a national holiday to celebrate the growth
and health of all children, not only boys.
More than 300 carp streamers are flying across the river and along its banks.
Chinese legends say carp become dragons when they swim up whitewater rapids.
On this day, families often fly carp streamers outside their homes
to represent strength and success.
From above
Fukinagashi , five colors ( Charm against evil )
Magoi, black ( Father )
Higoi, red ( Mother )
Kogoi, blue or green ( Children )
