Proud Hitomi-san by Valerie Rosen
My dearest Japanese friend, Hitomi-san with her newborn, Harumi-chan after his Omiyamaeri, (おみやまえ) a traditional Shinto ceremony to pray for a baby’s health and happiness. This ceremony occurs on the 31st day for boys and the 32nd day for girls. Here, Hitomi wears a traditional cloth, from which hang money envelopes. On Haruya-chan, the chinese character for “big” 大 is marked. Girls are marked with the character for “small” 小…Typically, only the grandparents of the baby are invited, but Hitomi allowed me to share in the experience for both of her children. It was such an honor. Taken in Osaka, Japan. (Split tone B&W)_
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Very sweet Val!
isn’t it! thanks, lou! ;-) val
– Valerie Rosen
what a lovely smile you’ve capture. the children is also very adorable. all around an excellent image
thank you so much, SRana! really appreciate it! :-) val
– Valerie Rosen
What a wonderful honor and experience for you Val! Fantastic capture and what great memories for you! :))
It’s a very special memory, indeed! thanks, kylie! :-) val
– Valerie Rosen
Such a sweet capture, adorable!
very pleased by your comment, kim! thanks! ;-) val
– Valerie Rosen
Beautiful shot, I haven’t seen or heard of this before so a wonderful story too. Striking in b/w.
completely missed this one, jodie!! thanks so much for commenting! really appreciate the feedback! cheers, val :-)
– Valerie Rosen
Beautiful image, Val. I was just in Tokyo in October, and I just love the Japanese traditions. Brilliant work :)
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wonderful! thanks so much, pat! happy new year! hope you’re feeling better than ever!! :-)) val
– Valerie Rosen