What is the average price range for May dolls, helmet decorations, and Tango no Sekku decorations?

A list of compact and stylish May dolls

What is the average price range for a May doll?

・How much does it cost to make a May doll?
Is it normal to prepare it?"

・"It's the first festival, so I want to give a proper gift, but I don't know the going rate..."


There are many people who are troubled by this.

Especially for families celebrating a boy's first festival,
Not only parents, but also grandparents, relatives, and other adults around them are thinking about what kind of May doll they should give and with what feelings.


On this page,

● Actual figures for the average budget and price range for May dolls

● Points that change depending on the type and housing environment

● Sharing responsibilities with the recipient and grandparents, and manners for returning gifts

We explain the above in an easy-to-understand manner.



In any shape, at any price,
I think the most important thing is to wish for the child's happiness .


Like your family,
I hope you find a way to choose a wonderful May doll.

1. What should I prepare for the first festival?

What should I prepare for the first festival?


This is the first Children's Day a boy will celebrate after he is born.


The May dolls chosen for this milestone are

This gift embodies the family's wish for their child to grow up healthy.



First of all, it is important to clarify the purpose of displaying the May doll .


For whom? For what?

The answer is "creating memories for my child."


The things you need to prepare and plan can be broadly divided into:

・May dolls (helmets and armor)

・Check the space to display

-Time to express your feelings at home .


There is no right answer when it comes to first-time preparation.


What's important is the time spent choosing and decorating together as a family .

This will be the best memento of the first Doll Festival.

A list of compact and stylish May dolls

2. What is the actual market price for May dolls?

"What's the average budget for a May doll?"


We hear such comments every year from many families celebrating their first Doll Festival.



The average price for a May doll is around 50,000 to 300,000 yen .


The best-selling items are in the 100,000 to 200,000 yen range.

Simple compact types start from around 50,000 yen,

Luxurious armor decorations and flat decorations can cost over 300,000 yen.



This difference in amount is

The differences in size, decoration, and craftsmanship

It will make a big difference.



"I want to give something nice, but I'm worried about the budget..."


Many families have such worries,


The important thing is to get your thoughts across .



If you are unsure,

Talk with your family and choose a price range that you can afford .


The first festival of Children's Day is

It is a wonderful milestone where the family's feelings are shaped.

3. Should grandparents buy it or prepare it at home?

"Who usually prepares May dolls?"



Especially at the first festival,


Should grandparents buy it or should parents prepare it ?

There are many families who are confused.



In the past, it was said that "a boy's first festival gift would come from his mother's family."

There were customs,


Recently, there are more and more diverse households .


Both families discuss and decide,

There are also increasing cases where the costs are split in half .


What's important is not who makes it,

Whether it is filled with ``love for your child.' '



If your grandparents request it,

I gratefully accepted it,

It is natural to express gratitude at the celebration of the first Doll Festival .




Both the giver and the recipient,

I want to make it a pleasant first festival .


That's why advance communication is so important.

4. Compact or serious?

Different budgets depending on your choice

When choosing a May doll,

"Should I get a compact one or a full-scale ornament?"

Many families are confused.



Recently, due to the circumstances of apartments and storage space ,

Compact helmet ornaments that are easy to display and store are popular.

The price range is mainly from around 50,000 yen to 100,000 yen .



On the other hand, traditional armor decorations and stage decorations are more authentic.

Many of them cost more than 200,000 to 300,000 yen .

It has a sense of weight and presence.




Of course, it's important to choose something that fits your budget.

The most important thing is,

The perspective is , "Does it suit your family life?"


Even though it's small in size,

This is a magnificent May doll that can be displayed with your thoughts .


Whichever you choose,

It will be a memorable first festival for the family .

5. How much does it cost to decorate for Tango no Sekku?

In addition to May dolls,

Is there anything I need for the first festival?


Many people are surprised to hear this,

There are several items prepared as "Tango no Sekku decorations."



For example, carp streamers (for indoor or outdoor use) cost around 10,000 to 150,000 yen.


Indoor carp decorations and name flags cost between 10,000 and 30,000 yen.



It grows bigger and more magnificent ,

The price will also increase accordingly.



In other words, it's a good idea to plan to spend an additional 20,000 to 50,000 yen on top of the May doll .


However, you don't have to have all of them.


Finding a way to celebrate seasonal festivals that suits our family is key .

It's the most important thing.



What is important is creating a home space that is filled with the "feelings of the family" rather than the amount of money .



What does that do for your child?

This will make for a great Children's Day .

6. Kabuto Armor Decorations | Is it true that the price changes depending on when you buy them?

"Is it cheaper to buy early, or is it cheaper to buy late?"


Regarding the best time to purchase May dolls, especially helmet and armor decorations ,

Every year we get a lot of questions.



In fact, if you buy early (January-February), you will have a wider selection of products .

Many stores offer special offers and early bird discounts .



On the other hand, just before the festival (after April), stocks become scarce,


Popular items may be sold out or the price may drop .



If you are wondering, "The first festival is coming up soon, will it be in time?"


It's safe to choose products that are available for immediate delivery .



What's important is,

At a time when your family can make a decision that they are happy with,

Be prepared without difficulty .


The feeling of celebrating your child's Children's Day


It's the best gift ever.

7. I want to know the reasons for the differences in price, amount, and cost.

"Even though it's the same May doll,

Why is the price so different?"


The most confusing thing for first-timers is

This may be due to the large range of prices .



There are four main reasons for this.

① Size (size of decoration)

② Materials (quality of wood, metal, fabric, etc.)

③ How it is made (handmade or mass-produced)

④ The craftsmanship and place of origin .



In particular , the handmade helmet and armor ornaments


It is carefully finished down to the smallest detail,

It also has value as a work of art .


On the other hand, cheaper ones are compact

Many of them are mass-produced by machines,


It's an affordable price range,


There may be differences in quality and durability .



The differences in price have their own background and meaning.


According to the "feelings I want to give to my child,"


Choose one that you can be satisfied with .

8. What is the mainstream these days?

"How many May dolls do other families choose?"


I hear such voices very often.



The current trend is May dolls, which are compact and easy to display .

The most common price range is around 100,000 yen .


Next, prices in the 50,000 yen and 200,000 yen ranges tend to be chosen.


especially,

Helmet decorations that are designed with storage and installation space in mind

Flat decorative types are popular,


"It's stylish and easy to store."

It's the value of the current era.



Rather than "old-fashioned luxurious decorations,"


The size is perfect for everyday use and can be treasured for a long time.


It is supported.



Children's Day Tango no Sekku decorations

It evolves to fit the shape of your family.


More and more households are choosing decorations that suit their current lifestyle.

9. Is it okay to choose an inexpensive May doll?

"Will a cheap May doll be okay...?"

First time purchase,

There are so many people who are troubled by this.



In conclusion,

Inexpensive May dolls are also very attractive .


Nowadays, mass production technology has improved,

They are reasonably priced, beautiful to look at, and come in a wide variety of easy-to-display types .



However, you should be careful about the reason for the low price .


Simplifying materials, omitting decorations, and focusing on short delivery times in our production system .

There may be differences in durability and texture.



"I want to treasure it for a long time"

If you are thinking, "I want to decorate it every year,"


Rather than the price, it's about whether you like it or not.

The important thing is to give it from your heart .



Whatever the price,


If you want a May doll filled with love for your child ,


It will surely be a wonderful first festival.

10. Should I buy one for my brother or second son?

"I gave my eldest son a May doll, but does my second son need one too?"

This is a common problem in families with siblings.



In the past, it was said that "everyone should have one May doll."

The idea was common, but

Now it depends on the family situation and way of thinking.

The mainstream is to choose flexibly according to the needs .



To my second son,

Some families prepare separate helmet ornaments and name tags ,


Shared with my eldest son,

Instead, some families focus on festival cuisine and family photos .




What's important is,

Each child should feel that they are being celebrated .



Not the number of things,

Cherishing the time and memories we spend together


It will be a memorable first Doll's Festival for the whole family.

11. What do you give in return when your grandparents give you a gift?

"What is the correct way to respond to a gift from grandparents?"


I want to express my gratitude, but what should I do?


To help you, we have compiled a list of 10 frequently asked questions.

question	answer
Q1. If I receive a gift from my grandparents, do I need to give something in return?	Generally, it is not necessary. However, a thank you note or a commemorative gift would be appreciated.
Q2. What kind of souvenirs would be appreciated?	Photo frames with grandchildren's photos and personalized gifts are popular
Q3. Is there an average price for a return gift?	Aim for about 1/3 to 1/2 of the amount received (within reason)
Q4. Is it rude not to return the gift?	It's not rude, but expressing gratitude in a tangible way will help convey your feelings.
Q5. How should I respond if grandparents from both sides give me a gift?	Thank each person with words of gratitude and at the right time.
Q6. Do dinner parties and gatherings celebrating the first festival also count as “giving back” gifts?	It will be a perfect return gift. An invitation and homemade food will be appreciated.
Q7. Where can I buy a gift in return?	There are plenty of dedicated corners in department stores, gift shops, e-commerce sites, etc.
Q8. Is a gift tag required for a return gift?	It is necessary. It is common to write "nai-iwai" (congratulations on the birth) and give it as a gift.
Q9. When should I return the gift?	The recommended time is within one week after the festival ends.
Q10. Should I include a short message?	If possible, include a handwritten message.

12. Summary | What's more important than price

Until now,

About the market price, budget, types, and gifts for May dolls

I have introduced it,

The most important thing is,

"What kind of feelings can you put into the doll?"



On this special day,

Wishing for the healthy growth of my child


The decorations chosen by the whole family included:

It's worth more than the price.



The expensive one is not the answer,

The one doll that the family agreed on and gave to her was

It will surely become a treasure in your child's heart that will remain in their memory .




On Children's Day , which will come every year from now on,

Surrounding the May doll,


May your family laugh together and make memories together.

Turn your ideas into reality.


That may be the main role of May dolls.