What is hina doll?

Hina dolls, also known as Hina-ningyo, are traditional Japanese dolls that are displayed during the Hina Matsuri (Doll's Day or Girls' Day) festival, which is celebrated on March 3rd every year. The dolls are typically used to represent the Emperor and Empress of Japan and their court, dressed in traditional Heian period attire.

Hina dolls are usually made of wood, ceramic, or fabric, and are often intricately handcrafted and painted. The dolls are often displayed on a multi-tiered platform covered with a red carpet, with the Emperor and Empress placed on the top tier, followed by their attendants and musicians on lower tiers.

The Hina Matsuri festival is a time to wish for the health and happiness of young girls in the family, and it is believed that displaying the Hina dolls will bring good luck and protection to the girls. After the festival, the dolls are carefully put away until next year's celebration.

Hina dolls are considered to be a symbol of good fortune and prosperity in Japanese culture, and they are a cherished part of the tradition and history of the country.