concept   birth customs
culture   Japan
statement   Japanese birth customs involve gifts, offerings, and traditional rituals for a safe and healthy birth.

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1 birth ceremonies Japan Shichigosan is a traditional rite of passage for 3 and 7-year-old girls, and 3 and 5-year-old boys, to pray for their health and happiness 1
2 birth customs Japan It is common for family and friends to give gifts and offerings to the expectant mother to ensure a safe and healthy birth. 1
3 birth practices Japan Less common for fathers to be present during the birth 1
4 birth rituals Japan Omiyamairi (shinto shrine visit) and red egg and ginger party are important birth rituals 1
5 home birth Japan Uncommon and often discouraged due to cultural emphasis on safety and medical intervention during childbirth 1
6 water birth Japan Viewed as unconventional and having potential health risks 1