This carp-shaped streamers are called Koinobori
In Japan,we have the custom of hanging out Koinobori from April through early May, in honor of Children's Day on May 5th.
By the way,why is it carp-shaped ?
The carp is believed to be fish capable of swimming up the fierce flowing waterfalls and overcoming all manner of obstacles.
It also symbolizes the strength, courage and patience to accomplish the major goals and the success in life.
Originally, Children's Day is Boy's Festival.
Families with boys fly Koinobori outside to pray for good health and growth of their boys.
These days,there are some foreign tourists who buy Koinobori as souvenir & you can see them hanging everywhere !!!!! i loveeee them too ^__^
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