In Japan, they used to decorate Japanese-style rooms
Every traditional Japanese house has a Japanese-style room. A Japanese-style room is a room with tatami mats, and in the past, all rooms in Japan were Japanese-style rooms.
In the old days, all Japanese rooms were Japanese-style rooms. Japanese-style rooms had tokonoma (alcove), which was used as a place to entertain guests. Because the tokonoma is one level higher, there was a belief that it was a sacred space where the gods would come down.
Such a higher level space would prove to be an appropriate place to wish for the growth of a girl.
Where is the best place to display dolls?
In Japan, there has long been a good direction for acting. However, each person has their own place where they want to display their Hina dolls. I advocate that there is no problem in displaying them without worrying too much about the details.
I want people not only in Japan but all over the world to decorate their Hina dolls. So here are some suggestions on where to display them.
Living room
It is very good to display Ohinasama in a place where the whole family gathers. If it’s a compact size, you can put it in the space next to the TV.
If the dolls cannot be placed on the floor, it would be better to prepare a low table and display them on it. If you put down a carpet, it will hide the stand. Mosen is a red felt carpet often seen at Hinamatsuri.
In recent years, people have been making hina dolls with stylish designs that can be found in any home. Try to choose hina dolls that match the atmosphere of your living room so that you can decorate them like an interior decoration.
Bed room
It’s fun to look at them before going to sleep with the family. Hina dolls are often decorated with a set of lights called bonbori. The light from the bonbori can create a gentle atmosphere.
Entrance
It is also beautiful when displayed on top of a shoe box. You can see it every day on your way to school or work, and it’s also a place where your guests can see it.
What are the places to avoid to display Hina dolls?
Hina dolls do not do well in direct sunlight, extreme dryness, and high temperature and humidity. In order to keep your dolls in good condition for a long time, please pay attention to the following points when displaying them.
Avoid direct sunlight
Display the doll in a place away from windows to avoid direct sunlight. This will prevent the color of the doll from fading and keep the tools and other items in good condition.
Avoid direct exposure to air conditioner or heater wind
Hina dolls are not good at extreme dryness. If they are placed in a place where air conditioners or heaters keep blowing on them, they will dry out.
If it gets too dry, the face of the doll may crack.
Avoid high temperature and high humidity
The biggest enemy of Hina dolls is humidity. It can cause stains and mildew, so avoid places where moisture can easily accumulate.
If you live in a humid house, use silica gel or a moisture regulator. It is also safe to use with mothballs.
Be careful where you can reach your baby
Hina dolls are usually displayed for babies who are born. Therefore, as your baby grows little by little, you will be worried that he or she might touch the dolls.
Besides Hina dolls, there are other tools that are small and detailed, so please be careful if your child is at the age where they can put anything in their mouth. If the doll is compact in size, it is safe to put it on a shelf or stand.
When your child is older, please let him or her touch it. It is said that bad luck will be transferred to the dolls when they touch them.
