List 10 fact about shichi Go San

1. "shichi go san" - japanese for seven-five-three

2. festival on November 15th in Japan

3. on this day, prayers are offered for healthy and happy children in the future.

4. odd numbers are seen as lucky in Japan

5. gala day for three and five year old boys

6. gala day for three and seven year old girls

7. 7,5,3 are seen as important markers of stages in a childs growth

8. girls dress in elegant kimonos and guys in hakama

9. shichi go san is celebrated on NOV. 15TH because fifteen is the sum of 7+5+3

10. children are given a candy called "chitose-ame" which means a thousand year candy which ensures the childs health