Valentines is for the girls, run by the men. It's called white day.
Valentine's Day is a special day dedicated to celebrating love and affection between intimate partners. While the holiday is celebrated globally, the way it is observed can vary greatly from culture to culture. In Japan and Western cultures, Valentine's Day is celebrated in unique and distinct ways.
Japanese Valentines
On Valentine's Day in Japan, women give chocolates to the men in their lives. A month later, on White Day, all the men who received presents must return the favour. It is called White Day as white is considered a symbol of purity and is closely associated with an innocent kind of teen love in Japanese culture.
Western Culture
In Western cultures, Valentine's Day is typically a time for couples to exchange gifts and spend quality time together. Flowers, chocolates, and cards are the most common gifts exchanged. Couples may go out for a romantic dinner or take a trip together to celebrate their love.
Japanese Culture
In contrast, Valentine's Day in Japan is a more complex celebration. On February 14th, it is customary for women to give chocolates to the men in their lives, including friends, colleagues, and romantic partners. This is known as "giri-choco," or "obligatory chocolate," and is seen as a way to express gratitude and friendship.
However, there is also a second type of chocolate given on Valentine's Day in Japan, called "honmei-choco," or "true feelings chocolate." This type of chocolate is given to a romantic partner and is meant to express deep love and affection. The custom of giving two different types of chocolates on Valentine's Day is unique to Japan and reflects the country's strong cultural emphasis on social relationships and obligations.
In addition to the exchange of chocolates, couples in Japan may also spend time together on Valentine's Day, similar to Western cultures. However, the emphasis is often on spending time with family and friends, rather than just with a romantic partner.
Valentine's Day is a special day celebrated in both Japan and Western cultures, but the way it is observed can vary greatly. While Western cultures focus on celebrating love and affection between romantic partners, in Japan the holiday is more focused on expressing gratitude and friendship through the exchange of chocolates and spending time with loved ones.
