Monday, December 5, 2011

Tiny Atmosphere of Christmas♪

We went to have lunch at 'international hotel' with hubby's friends on Sunday.
I found the Christmas tree there and felt finally we are in the month of 師走(Shiwasu).  Shiwasu is a Japanese word for December which literally (from the chinese character) means "teachers or Priests run around." This word reflects the busiest month of the year; priests being busy at the end of the year for New Year's preparations and blessings.




I am really stunned by the wonderful Christmas Decorations of other blogs♡♡
My tiny Japanese house just doesn’t have any place to put Christmas Tree.
Wishing to have a little bit of atmosphere inside of the small front door.


 Thank you for stopping by. I may not so active posting, making rice-cake and changing papers of sliding door, but I'll try leave comments. Have a wonderful week everyone♬
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17 comments:

  1. DesireeDecember 5, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    I love what you've done inside your front door to bring a christmassy feel to your home, Miyako! Very pretty :) The decorated trees in the foyer at the International Hotel are beautiful! Far too large to have in most people's homes :)
    I am intrigued. You mention needing to replace the papers on your sliding door. Is this being done as part of the christmas theme, or is it an annual task you do, anyway? It's not something with which I am at all familiar, since we do not have doors with paper inserts in our homes. Good luck with baking your rice cakes :) Big hug xoxo

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  2. Michiko JohnsonDecember 5, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Hi Miyako san,
    You wonder why we do busy ourselves in the this month?
    But ones in the years for toward to celebrated Christmas and new years I rather like that idea:-)
    And always hope to better new years.
    At the international hotel the Christmas trees are beautiful.
    By the way I loved the YOMOGI mochi.
    You have a nice day,

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  3. EllieDecember 5, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Hi Orchid,
    Love your decoration - very pretty. Those Christmas trees look lovely too.
    Have fun making your rice cakes.

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  4. ShellyDecember 5, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Dearest Orchid, I so enjoy all the things I learn from your blog, inclusing what the different Japanese characters mean. You are very festive with your decorations. Don't get too busy, friend!

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  5. GlendaDecember 5, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Orchid, I love the Kitty Clause. It looks very simple, yet festive. We tend to overdo things in the US with Christmas decorations.

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  6. AnonymousDecember 5, 2011 at 9:58 PM

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  7. Barbara F.December 6, 2011 at 2:29 AM

    Miyako, I love your Hello Kitty decorations. I appreciate how busy everyone is this time of year, but at least it is a good thing. ((hugs)) xo

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  8. Mariette's Back to BasicsDecember 6, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    Dearest Miyako,

    Lovely post! Like you I am not having much time for posting or visiting as our daughter from The Netherland is staying with us. Special time and so for Christmas decorating or photo making is no time... This is more important however to be together as a family.

    Love to you dear friend,

    Mariette

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  9. BelleDecember 6, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    Lovely trees and your kitty decoration is so cute! I'm busy also, but will try to keep up. Thank you dear friend. Hugs.

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  10. Art From The heartDecember 6, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    Have fun making the rice cakes. Love all the photo's and you decoration is very sweet.
    Hugs

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  11. LyndylouDecember 6, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Lovely Christmas tree and I just love that Hello Kitty ornament. X

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  12. SouthhamsdarlingDecember 6, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Hallo my dear Miyako. That was a lovely Christmas tree at the International Hotel, but far too big for most houses! I love your little Christmas display. I expect it has really brightened up that area for you. Big hugs to you.

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  13. AnnDecember 6, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    your decorations are lovely!!
    sounds like you have a lot to do!! is it hard to change the paper in your sliding door? how often do you do it?
    xoxox

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  14. maddyroseDecember 6, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Yes, it is a busy time of year for most of us for whatever reasons. Your holiday decorations are quite charming and festive. Have fun making your rice cakes. Hugs to a dear friend.

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  15. TamagoDecember 6, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Oh I love your Christmas decoration! I love this Hello Kitty in Santa outfit. And the cloth she is on is so lovely!
    I used to change papers for shoji when I was little. It must be getting really busy preparing for new year. I wish you a wonderful holiday!

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  16. romance-of-rosesDecember 8, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Orchid you are so sweet. I too may not have a Christmas tree, do not have much time always taking care of my husband. However, do have the Spirit in my heart. Hugs...Lu

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  17. AnonymousDecember 11, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Oh Orchid, the inside of your door is gorgeous! You don't need a tree to have Christmas. I know your home is already full of the beautiful spirit of love and kindness. That is all it takes. Hugs, my sweet friend.

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