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Hinamatsuri! FREE Girls Day Coloring Sheet
ALL ABOUT HINAMATSURI AKA GIRLS DAY
Hinamatsuri, also known as the Doll Festival or Girls’ Day, is a cherished tradition in Japan that celebrates the happiness, health, and well-being of young girls. Held every year on March 3rd, this festival has become a wonderful opportunity for families to gather, enjoy special foods, and partake in unique customs.
GROWING UP CELEBRATING IN HAWAI'I
Growing up in Hawai‘i, my mom would always celebrate this day with us by surprising us with a small gift. My favorite had to be Sanrio surprise bags. I would open my bag, filled with cute stationery and the bag would always smell like strawberry bubble gum. Even though we are not Japanese, Hinamatsuri was (and still is) such a special holiday celebrated all over Hawai‘i. That’s one of the many things I loved about growing up there, cultures intertwined so naturally.
Hawai‘i has a deep and beautiful Japanese influence, shaped by generations of families who have carried traditions with them and shared them across communities. Holidays like Hinamatsuri weren’t limited to one household; they were part of the broader cultural rhythm of the islands. You’d see doll displays in local shops, themed treats at bakeries, and subtle nods to the celebration everywhere you went. As a child, I didn’t fully understand the historical depth of Girls’ Day. I just knew it was sweet and pink and joyful. I knew it meant something loving. I knew it meant my mom thought of us.
Now, as a mom myself — and having two girls who are part Japanese — this holiday carries even more meaning. I’m so grateful to understand its roots (although I am always learning something new every year about this beautiful holiday!) and to pass it down intentionally. There’s something incredibly special about celebrating a tradition that honors your daughters simply for being who they are.
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FREE COLORING SHEET
Every year, I love letting my girls celebrate Hinamatsuri with their friends at school. There’s something so sweet about introducing traditions in a way that feels inclusive and approachable for little ones.
When I first started this tradition, I found it surprisingly hard to find a free coloring page where kids could learn about Girls’ Day in a simple, age-appropriate way. Most resources were either too detailed or not designed for very young children.
So, I decided to create one of my own!
Now, every year, we print out enough for their classroom (so the teachers don’t have to!) and the kids enjoy coloring their sheet while learning about Hinamatsuri and enjoying some mochi together. It’s simple. It’s low pressure. But it opens the door to conversation — and that’s what matters most.
For toddlers and preschoolers, celebration doesn’t need to be elaborate. It just needs to be tangible. Something they can hold, color, taste, and talk about.
WHAT'S IN THIS DOWNLOADABLE COLORING SHEET
The coloring sheet explains briefly what Hinamatsuri is. It reads: Hinamatsuri, also known as Girls Day, is a Japanese holiday that celebrates the health and happiness of girls. It takes place every year on March 3!
There are so many more layers and traditions that come with Girls Day, but because I made these for my girls and their friends who are within the 2-4 age range, I decided to keep this sheet simple. As they get older, I hope to create a few more designs that talk about the significance of Hina Dolls, the different foods enjoyed on Girls Day and even other holidays celebrated during Peach Festival. For now, these are perfect :).
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WAYS TO DECORATE YOUR COLORING SHEET
In addition to markers, I love providing my girls and their friends with complimenting crafts like these beautiful silk cherry blossoms that can be glued on the sheet or these lovely sakura stickers!
I found these color sheets very theraputic to color in myself, especially the Sakura Flowers one, so I recommend these acrylic markets for some adult coloring time. My kids use regular washable markers and crayons which are also great!
While Hinamatsuri has roots in Japan, its true beauty lies in the connection it creates between family members. Celebrating with my 2 and 3-year-old girls is a chance for us to slow down, create memories, and show our love for each other. It’s about the joy of being together, the traditions we uphold, and the happiness we bring to one another.
When they get just a little older, I hope to take a family trip with them to Japan where they can each pick out a Hina doll, and we can begin a tradition with them of displaying it in the house.
Happy Hinamatsuri!
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