Celebrate Hinamatsuri, or Girl's Day, with us! In Japan, Hinamatsuri is a day to reflect and celebrate a young woman’s strength, health, and happiness. We at Umami Mart use this opportunity to celebrate all women, young and old. But you don't have to be a woman to join us; this party is for everyone and it's a great time for the whole family. Hinamatsuri is also known as Doll Festival. Ornamental dolls are made or displayed to ward off misfortune and pray for happiness. Every year, we bring out our ohinasama set, a five-tiered display of traditional Japanese dolls that Yoko's mom hand clothed. It took her over a decade to complete the whole set, which depicts a royal court from the Emperor and Empress at the top to the samurai protectors on the bottom tier. Come check out the impressive display of dolls and enjoy Japanese sweets, snacks, and amazake (sweet, non-alcoholic sake). Let's hear it for the girls! WHAT:Hinamatsuri Girl’s Day Party with snacks and amazake. Plus a five-tier ohinasama doll display hand-made by Yoko’s mama. WHEN: Sunday March 5, 2–4 p.m. PRICE: Free! WHERE: Umami Mart815 BroadwayOld OaklandBART: 12th StreetGoogle Map
