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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.
Nursery Teacher Mom Writertsukada moe
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)

Hinamatsuri Beanbag Toss Game

Hinamatsuri: Hina Doll Festival Ball-Toss Game

Hinamatsuri Beanbag Toss Game

Here’s a recommended Hina Matsuri party game: the Hina Matsuri ball-toss.

It’s a game where you throw balls made by crumpling construction paper into paper cups decorated as the male and female hina dolls.

The winner is whoever gets the most balls into the cups.

If you have a large group, you can make more cups to make it even more exciting.

Another fun rule is to see who can knock the male and female dolls off their paper stands the fastest.

All you need to make it are paper cups and construction paper, so be sure to craft it and give it a try!

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Hinamatsuri Target Game

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Hinamatsuri Target Game

Recommended for all ages! Here’s a target-throwing game idea inspired by Hinamatsuri (Doll’s Festival).

Place illustrations of Hina dolls with point values inside a hula hoop, and use tape to make balls stick to the targets.

Once the target is ready, hang the hula hoop from the ceiling.

You can compete in teams, or in smaller groups like at a preschool, play individually.

It’s also great because you can adjust the throwing distance and the hoop height to match different ages.

Give this hula-hoop-and-tape target game a try!

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Hina Arare Carrying Game

This is a game where you carry hina-arare made by crumpling tissue paper, transporting them in a box without dropping them.

Since the tissue paper is fluffy and light, it will easily fly away if you walk too quickly.

Walk slowly and carry them to the goal.

This idea works well as a team competition, and you can also race against the clock.

Adjust the rules flexibly according to age and enjoy it with the children.

If you prepare headpieces that let kids pretend to be the Empress (Ohinasama) and Emperor (Odairisama), it will add even more Hinamatsuri flair.

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

Hinamatsuri Panel Theater

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Hinamatsuri Panel Theater

How about enjoying a panel theater themed around Hinamatsuri on March 3? When we think of Hinamatsuri, the image of displaying Hina dolls is very strong, but do you know the roles of the figures who surround the Emperor and Empress dolls? Through the panel theater, let’s learn why the Three Court Ladies and the Five Musicians are there and what roles they play.

Try incorporating not only the dolls but also traditional items associated with Hinamatsuri—like hishi-mochi—into the story.

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Dance: Happy Hinamatsuri

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Dance: Happy Hinamatsuri

How about enjoying a dance to the classic Hinamatsuri song “Ureshii Hinamatsuri”? It’s a gentle, relaxed-tempo tune with very simple choreography! Even on first try, children can have fun joining in if someone demonstrates the dance.

If adults are performing it as a skit, why not wear costumes like the Emperor and Empress dolls or the three court ladies, and dance with props such as fans? It would surely make for a very graceful performance.

Please feel free to use this as a reference!

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[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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Hinamatsuri Hand-Play Medley

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Hinamatsuri Hand-Play Medley

Here’s an introduction to fingerplay songs perfect for Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day).

You can enjoy songs like “We Had a Wedding,” “Congratulations, Hinamatsuri,” and “Happy Hinamatsuri.” Feel free to use them as an opener for Hinamatsuri crafts or as one of the activities at a Hinamatsuri party.

Each fingerplay song is short and simple, making them enjoyable for children across a wide age range.

You can also learn various things about the meaning of the Hinamatsuri event and the tiered doll display.

Some lyrics include words that children may not be familiar with, so consider explaining them as you enjoy the songs together.

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