Father is only a person who might have sacrificed a lot to ensure you must always win, someone who wants to keep you away from making mistakes but instead let you find your own way. Words won’t describe his love and hardships. Father’s Day is an opportunity to recognize your father for their contribution.
Father’s Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June in most countries. Though in some countries, the day is celebrated on the day of some special historical event. Anyway, anywhere in the world this occasion is celebrated with the same enthusiasm and gratitude, though the way of celebration differs as per the culture and traditions. Let’s check out ways of Father’s Day celebration in various traditions around the world.
1. JAPAN (THIRD SUNDAY OF JUNE)
In Japan Father’s Day is called Chichi No Hi. Traditionally Kids present handmade gifts to their dad which range from sweet origami, frame, and beer glasses. Also, some of the popular gifts for Father’s Day are alcohol, gourmet foods, fashion items, sporting goods, and sweets. Special seafood is the celebratory food for Father’s Day in Japan.
2. MEXICO (THIRD SUNDAY OF JUNE)
The Mexican people not only honor their fathers on the third Sunday in June every year, but they also look to father-like figures like grandfathers, big brothers, etc. Mexicans give gifts like greeting cards and ties, similar to people in the United States.
A unique race called “Carrera Día del Padre 21K Bosque de Tlalpan” happens on this day!
It is an annual race that takes place in Mexican city This is an annual race that takes is a bonding opportunity in which fathers and their children can spend a day outside running a road race side by side.
3. NEPAL (LATE SUMMER TO EARLY MONSOON)
In the Nepalese language, Father’s day is called Gokarna Aunsi which means “Cow earned no moonlight”. On this day, Nepali people pay homage to their father with their favorite food, clothing, and other dad’s favorite stuff. There is also a tradition of giving a plateful of sweets, clothes, etc to Brahmin priests as an offering. As it is believed that when the priests accept the offerings (Daan), it reaches the souls of their deceased fathers.
4. BRAZIL (SECOND SUNDAY OF AUGUST)
Father’s Day in Brazil is called Dia dos Pais and is all about meet and family celebrations. Family and friends gather together to make up the delicious barbeques or churrasco in the house. Children also buy gifts; write letters or cards to thank their fathers.
6. FRANCE (THIRD SUNDAY OF JUNE)
A family picnic or going fishing is the best way to celebrate Father’s day, which is practiced in South Africa. Children and fathers spend their time in nature to celebrate the day. Similar to most of the traditions in which letters, cards, and presents are offered South African children also give such gifts to their father.
7. GERMANY (SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER EASTER)
This is the most adorable Jodi and one of our favorite moms and daughter Jodi. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan. Like her mom, this little diva is fashionable and talented.
8. THAILAND (DECEMBER 5)
Father’s Day in Thailand is celebrated on the same day as the birthday of King Bhumibol Adulyade who is considered as Father of the nation. Everyone wears a yellow color traditional dress and the children present bright Canna flowers to their fathers as a token of love and respect.
9. FINLAND (SECOND SUNDAY OF NOVEMBER)
Father’s Day celebration in Finland might be the coziest partying or celebration. It falls in the month of November which is the rise of winter in the country. On this day children prepare special breakfasts, cakes, and coffee for their fathers in bed with utmost care and love.
