In
Japan, the child wears a new kimono and visits the shrine to seek blessings
from God from the hands of a priest. They hold special significance for the
ages of three, five and seven. This festival is called Shinto-Go-Shan, which
stands for, seven, five and three. The parents are wished well that their
children had reached that age. Chinese people all celebrate their birthday on
New Year’s Day. It collectively reminds everyone of another year gone by of
their life. They believe that the child has already lived one year of his life.
Therefore the child’s first birthday is celebrated as the child’s second
birthday. Few things are placed in front of the child like a coin, a book and a
doll. Whatever the child picks up is predicted as the child’s future. If the
child picks up a coin, the child will get into business or will be rich. If the
child picks up a doll, the child will have many children. If the child picks up
a book, the child will get into academics. Whatever is the custom, Happy birthday images are taken on the occasion and
the person is wished well.
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