Everyone celebrates it throughout the world, but do you know the differences between countries ?
Let's learn more about the most romantic day of the year ♪
Originally, Valentine's Day was a religious festival. It is just from the 14th century that Europeans introduced the aspect of love within this celebration.
In most countries, couples give each other a present to show their love. Red rose is the most common present as it is the symbol of passion.
What about Japanese Valentine's Day ?
Valentine's Day was introduced in Japan in 1958. On this day, only women offer chocolates to men.
At the office, female clerks also give chocolates to their colleagues. These chocolates are usually called ''giri-choko'' (chocolate of obligation !).
One month after, on 14th March, it is men's turn to give a present to thank these women ! It can be chocolates but also flowers... This is the ''White Day'' !
It also happens that girls offer each other chocolates to show their friendship. In this case, chocolates are called ''tomo-choko'' （chocolate of frienship).
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