Club celebrates Japanese version of Valetine's Day
22.05.12
Filed under Clubs , On campus
Many people would acknowledge Valentine’s Day as the day we celebrate our loved ones or the concept of love. The Japanese celebrate another holiday similar to Valentine’s, called White Day.
On March 14, the Japanese, Taiwanese, and South Koreans observed White Day, when the men give chocolates, cookies, or other gifts to women in return for gifts they received on Valentine’s Day.
Japanese culture dictates that on Valentine’s Day, only the women give chocolate and other gifts to men. The idea of appreciating our loved ones on two different days may be a surprise to other cultures.
Solano Community College’s Japanese Arts and Culture Club called attention to White Day by celebrating the holiday at a booth near the cafeteria and the ASSC offices. The club celebrates many aspects of Japanese culture from food to traditions such as origami.
“The club enjoys most aspects of Japanese culture and usually discusses the cuisine, customs, and its most popular anime within the club,” said Ike Cooper, club president.
Source: Solano Tempest