The 'go-sekku' (五節句) were 5 celebrations held on dates considered particularly important in Onmyōdō (陰陽道 'The Way of Yin and Yang').

Dates with dual numbers (such as 9/9) were considered to have too much inauspicious energy, thus special rituals were held on these days.

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Hina Matsuri evolved from 1 of the 'Go-sekku' (五節句), 5 events held on auspicious days throughout the year.

Imported by the imperial court from China, these festivals now coincide with the 1st January, 3rd March, 5th May, 7th July and 9th September.

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