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1. Weaning Ceremony: Overall Flow and Preparation
The weaning ceremony is centered on the "adoptive parent" who brings food to the baby's mouth.
(1) Ritual Flow
- All seatedThe adoptive parents sit with the baby in their arms in front of the table.
- Ceremony Initiation: The adoptive parents bring the food from the festive meal to the baby's mouth using festive chopsticks.
- ceremony to mark the end of a wrestler's first bout with his beltThe ritual is performed with a teething stone after imitating the meal.
- commemorative photographAfter the ceremony is over, everyone is invited to enjoy a meal around the celebratory table and take commemorative photos.
2) Preparations
- festive mealA dish that is auspicious based on: one soup and three vegetables.
- Catering and tableware for babies: Lacquerware and wooden items are considered official.
- thick round chopsticks used on festive occasionsChopsticks: festive chopsticks made of willow wood, tapered at both ends.
- teething ring: A stone that wishes for the growth of strong teeth.
2. the "order of feeding" and "manners" that you should know
At the weaning ceremony, there is a fixed order in which food is brought to the mouth. This is called "three times eating.
Basic order (repeat this three times)
This order of "rice, soup, rice, fish or stew, rice, soup, and rice" is repeated three times, each time with one bite of each.
After three repetitions of rice, soup, and rice with side dishes in between, the teething gi is performed.
The weaning ceremony is easily affected by the baby's mood and physical condition. If your baby becomes fidgety or starts crying, there is no need to rush. Do not force the ceremony to continue,Interrupt to feed or take a break in the middle of the day.and so on, and proceed at the baby's pace. The most important thing is not to be formal, but to share a warm moment as your family truly celebrates your baby's growth.
3. how to choose chopstick takers (adoptive parents) and their roles
The person who makes the baby imitate eating during the weaning ceremony is called the "chopstick player" or "adoptive parent.
Who will serve?
- seniorThe oldest person present at the ceremony is generally the grandparents or other family members present, in order to honor their longevity.
- genderThe official custom is for a man to serve for a baby boy and a woman for a baby girl.
Ceremony for setting the teeth: etiquette and meaning
The "teething ceremony" is the most important of the weaning ceremonies.
etiquette
- touch a stone with one's chopsticksThe tip of the chopstick is placed gently against the prepared teething stone.
- To baby's gumsThe tip of the chopstick is placed gently against the baby's gums.
meaning
It is a symbol of the wish that the baby's teeth will grow hard and strong like a stone. It is also an important ceremony to pray for the healthy growth and longevity of the baby.
5. at home? At a restaurant? Tips for a Successful Weaning Ceremony
- When done at homeThe advantage is that the baby can relax and perform the ritual in a familiar place, even though the preparation and cleanup of the food can be difficult.
- When done at the storeIf you take advantage of the "weaning ceremony plan" offered by hotels and ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurants), you will be provided with an authentic celebratory meal, and you do not have to worry about preparation and cleanup. If you choose a private room, you can spend a relaxing time without worrying about your surroundings.
A weaning ceremony at a ryotei restaurant is a great way to spend a special time with your family without having to worry about preparation and cleanup.
Private space where you don't have to worry about crying
Many people are concerned about what will happen if the baby starts crying, but many ryoteione's own roomWe have prepared the following You don't have to worry about your surroundings, and you don't have to worry if your baby cries. You can enjoy the celebration to your heart's content with your family in the same room.
An unforgettable picture in a beautiful location.
The weaning ceremony is an important once-in-a-lifetime occasion for the family. If you are in the perfect location overlooking a Japanese garden, after the mealCommemorative photo with the garden in the backgroundIt is also wonderful to photograph the If you have a professional photo lab on site, you can also have your family's best smiles captured by professionals. Take advantage of professional services to create a wonderful day to remember and record.