Haha no Hi (母の日) – Mother’s Day in Japan, Second Sunday of May

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Background

Mother’s Day (母の日, Haha no Hi) in Japan is celebrated on the second Sunday of May.

It honors mothers and motherhood, inspired by the American tradition.

It became popular after World War II and is now a widely celebrated day.

On Mother’s Day, people in Japan often give their mothers red or pink carnations, along with gifts like sweets or handmade cards.

Children may help with house chores or cook meals to show appreciation and love for their mothers.

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