Valentine’s day tradition is very interesting in Japan than other countries. This day is celebrated with great enthusiasm and this is very popular to those who are under 20. February 14 is celebrated by presenting gifts to boyfriends from girlfriends. And March 14 is celebrated by returning gifts from the boyfriends who received gifts one month ago and this is day is termed as white day which stands for “pure sweeten love” as the color white is the symbol of purity. Chocolate is preferable in both cases. There are two type of chocolates – “giri” and “honmei”. Japanese meaning of “giri” is obligation and usually this choco is given to boss, colleagues and close male friends. “Honmei” chocolate is used as a gift for husband, boyfriends or very special one. Neckties, and other clothes are also given along with chocolate by women. Co-giri choco is one kind of inexpensive gift which is given to those who are not known to very well. Tomo-choco is considered to give as a gift among friends.
On March 14 men give candies, flowers, jewelleries, accessories and other gifts along with chocolate to girls in response of February 14. Usually men try to return gifts which are two or three times more valuable than the gifts they received one month ago because gifts of same value are considered to make cut off the realationship. On christmas eve, the romantic valentine day is also celebrated.
Only couples do not celebrate the valentine day rather friends trey to spend this day differently than others day. This type of celebration is a delightful break from monotonous daily routine.