KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 -- Muzium Negara will be hosting a special exhibition on the uniqueness of Japanese dolls also known as the Ningyo until July 8.

The Ningyo: Art and Beauty of Japanese Dolls exhibition features a total of 67 Japanese dolls in four curated sections where visitors can learn about the rich history of Ningyo which has been part of Japanese culture since the seventh century.

This includes sections on Ningyo being used as a means to pray for children's growth, its fine artistry, the folklores behind the dolls as well as the spread of Ningyo culture.

Today, the Ningyo still holds a significant value in Japanese culture especially during the Hina Matsuri festival (girls festival) every March 3 where the Hina Ningyo will be ...