Shizuoka hot springs town invites you to see one of the longest hina doll displays in Japan2026-02-21
Spring is almost upon us, and with the advent of March comes an important cultural festival in Japan. Hina Matsuri, also known as the doll Festival or Girls’ Day, is a time when families with at least one daughter pray for her health and happiness. A major wa…
As American Girl turns 40, Mattel grapples with bringing dolls into a new era2026-02-22
American Girl marks its 40th anniversary after five quarters of sales growth, but revenue remains far below its peak as Mattel faces industry pressures.
Asharikandi terracotta bodies to invite PM2026-02-25
In Asharikandi village of Dhubri, local residents have decided to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi to their famed terracotta and traditional doll-making hub. After being featured in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ and receiving a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, the clust…
