noun
first-birthday mochi-carrying custom
A traditional Japanese custom where a large mochi is tied to a toddler's back on their first birthday, symbolizing wishes for a strong and healthy life.
一歳の誕生日に、餅負いの儀式を行った。
On the child's first birthday, we performed the mochi-carrying ceremony.
餅負いの餅は、子どもが背負えるように小さめに作られる。
The mochi for the first-birthday custom is made a bit smaller so the child can carry it on their back.