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[Childcare] Fun for Hinamatsuri! Performance ideas perfect for the event

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I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.
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After working for five years at an after-school childcare club and three years at a nursery school, I began working as a freelance writer. I’m a mother of two children. Inspired by playing the flute in the school wind ensemble in elementary school, I joined a jazz club at university. I’ve also incorporated ukulele and piano performance into childcare. Playing, laughing, feeling sad, feeling frustrated—through all kinds of experiences, I want children to grow.

On March 3rd, the Peach Festival (Hinamatsuri) is a day when many preschools and kindergartens likely enjoy Hinamatsuri-themed activities, such as displaying or making Hina dolls.

It’s a great opportunity for children to experience a traditional event, so try planning Hinamatsuri activities that are both fun and educational.

Having children participate will help deepen their understanding of Hinamatsuri as well.

In this article, we’ve gathered ideas for activities that children can enjoy.

We’re introducing a wide range of ideas—from ones that teachers can join in on together, to ones that let children play and have fun.

Please use these as a reference.

[Childcare] Fun for Hinamatsuri! Perfect Performance Ideas for Events (1–10)

[In-Park Exploration] Find the Hina Doll Decorations

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[In-Park Exploration] Find the Hina Doll Decorations

How about livening up your Hinamatsuri event with a “Find the Hina Doll Decorations” game, a twist on a treasure hunt? Set the scene by saying the teacher accidentally dropped them on the way, then hide patterns from the dolls’ kimonos and important ornaments somewhere around the facility for the children to find! It’s a game that nurtures their imagination with questions like, “What kinds of patterns do kimonos have?” and “What shapes are the hina doll ornaments?” You can also make it easier by giving the children cards that show the kimono patterns and ornament shapes in advance.

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Hishimochi Stacking Game

Let me introduce the “Hishi Mochi Stacking Game,” which uses hishi mochi—offerings known for Hinamatsuri.

In this game, you stack paper hishi mochi on top of a base and a stick that represents a hishidai (diamond-shaped stand).

Set a time limit and see how many you can stack! It’s not as fun if all the hishi mochi are the same shape, so make them in various sizes and in three colors: green, pink, and white.

It looks simple, but the base is unstable, so it’s actually quite tricky.

That’s exactly why it will help kids focus and really get into it.

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Let’s play with Hina-arare!

Crumple pink, green, and white tissue paper to make Hina-arare (doll festival “puffed rice”) and fill an upside-down umbrella with them.

On the count of 3-2-1, spin the umbrella, and the Hina-arare will scatter all over the room.

The kids will probably go “Wow!” in surprise.

You can scoop up the scattered Hina-arare, gather them into a little mountain, or even try something you can’t do with the real thing—lying down on top of the Hina-arare! Let the children’s creativity lead the way and have them play with the Hina-arare however they like.

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[Childcare] Fun for Hinamatsuri! Perfect Performance Ideas for Events (11–20)

Hina-arare Tree Game

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Let’s enjoy a thrilling, heart-pounding game! Here’s an idea for a Hina-arare Tree Game.

Once you’ve wrapped double-sided tape around a pool noodle in a spiral, you’re ready to go! Take turns sticking colored balls—standing in for hina-arare—onto the pool noodle “tree.” If the balance shifts, the tree will topple, so have fun playing while enjoying the suspense! Once you get the hang of it, it could be fun to specify the number or colors of the balls.

Give it a try!

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Hinamatsuri Silhouette Quiz

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Let’s host a quiz tournament using paper puppets! Here are some ideas for a Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day) silhouette quiz.

What comes to mind when you think of Hinamatsuri? Try holding a quiz to become a Hinamatsuri master—where participants can guess the answers just by looking at silhouettes.

Turning it into a quiz format is likely to spark children’s interest and curiosity! It’s also an effective way to share the meanings and origins of the decorations used during Hinamatsuri.

Be sure to try a Hinamatsuri silhouette quiz with paper puppets!

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Hinamatsuri Spot-the-Difference Game

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Teachers transform into Hina dolls! Here’s a spot-the-difference game themed around the Hina Matsuri (Girls’ Day).

Seeing their teachers looking different from usual is fresh and eye-catching for children, isn’t it? The teachers dress up as Hina dolls using colored plastic bags and construction paper, appear on stage, then hide behind a curtain or backdrop.

When they come back out, the children have to answer what has changed—it’s a spot-the-difference game! They can take their time to think or discuss with friends.

It’s sure to be a lively, fun event.

Give it a try!

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Hinamatsuri face-in photo panel

Commemorative photo with a face cutout panel for Hinamatsuri!

Hinamatsuri face-in photo panel

How about taking commemorative photos with a face-in-the-hole panel where you can become the Empress doll (Ohinasama) or the Emperor doll (Odairisama)? You often see these panels at tourist spots, right? Kids may have seen them on trips or even taken photos with them.

Since you can easily capture festive-looking photos, try making a face panel and enjoy Hinamatsuri.

Adults can draw the Ohinasama and Odairisama, and it might be nice to have the children help with the decorations around them!

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