{"id":33138,"date":"2025-02-10T13:56:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-10T13:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/?p=33138"},"modified":"2025-02-10T13:56:00","modified_gmt":"2025-02-10T13:56:00","slug":"valentines-day-traditions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/student-hub\/awareness-day\/valentines-day-traditions\/","title":{"rendered":"Valentine\u2019s Day traditions around the world: a student\u2019s guide to love and friendship"},"content":{"rendered":"<p aria-level=\"5\"><strong><i>Written by Tabitha and reviewed by our team. Tabitha is a Kortext student ambassador at the University of Exeter.<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Valentine&#8217;s Day is a big deal for some and just another day for others, but did you know different countries celebrate it in unique ways? While some stick to chocolates and roses, others have cool traditions that go way beyond romance.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Whether you&#8217;re all about romance, celebrating with your friends, or just treating yourself, here are some global traditions that might inspire your own February 14th plans!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japan &amp; South Korea: a two-part chocolate exchange<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In Japan, Valentine&#8217;s Day flips the script \u2013 it&#8217;s\u202fwomen\u202fwho give chocolates to men. But there&#8217;s more to it:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Giri choco<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f= \u2018obligatory chocolates\u2019 for friends, co-workers, or bosses.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Honmei choco<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f= romantic chocolates for someone special.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Then, one month later on\u202fMarch 14th, Japan and South Korea celebrate\u202fWhite Day, where men return the favour with chocolates, gifts and flowers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wales: wooden love spoons instead of chocolates<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Forget chocolates, Welsh couples exchange hand-carved wooden love spoons\u202f(<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">llwy garu<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">) on\u202fJanuary 25th\u202ffor\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dydd Santes Dwynwen<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">, the Welsh version of Valentine&#8217;s Day.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">These spoons are decorated with symbols like keys (\u2018you have my heart\u2019) and knots (everlasting love). Perfect for spoon lovers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Brazil: Lovers&#8217; Day in June<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In Brazil, they skip the February 14th hype and instead celebrate\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dia dos Namorados<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fon\u202fJune 12th in honour of Saint Anthony, the patron saint of matchmaking. It\u2019s a mix of romance, family parties and street festivals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Singles even participate in traditions where they\u202fpray for love\u202f(fingers crossed it works!).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Denmark &amp; Norway: secret love notes and snowdrops<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Valentine\u2019s Day in Denmark and Norway comes with a fun twist, people exchange\u202fanonymous love letters\u202fcalled\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">gaekkebrev<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">, signing them with dots instead of their names. If the recipient guesses correctly, they win an\u202fEaster egg\u202flater in the year!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Instead of roses, Danes also give\u202fsnowdrop flowers \u2013 a cute, minimalist alternative.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Philippines: say &#8216;I do&#8217; in a mass wedding<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Valentine\u2019s Day in the Philippines is a\u202fhuge deal, with thousands of couples getting married in\u202fmass wedding ceremonies\u202fsponsored by the government.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s a beautiful way to make marriage more accessible while celebrating love in a big way. Public proposals, parades and festive celebrations also make February 14th extra special there!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">South Africa: wearing your crush\u2019s name<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In South Africa, people take \u2018wearing your heart on your sleeve\u2019 literally. Inspired by an ancient Roman festival, many pin the\u202fname of their crush or partner to their sleeve\u202ffor the day. Want to make a bold move on your campus crush? This tradition might be for you!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Finland &amp; Estonia: celebrating friendships instead<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Not into the romance hype? Finland and Estonia celebrate\u202fFriend\u2019s Day (<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Yst\u00e4v\u00e4np\u00e4iv\u00e4\/S\u00f5brap\u00e4ev<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">)\u202finstead!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s all about showing love for your\u202ffriends, classmates and family members, proving that Valentine\u2019s Day doesn\u2019t have to be just for couples.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to celebrate Valentine\u2019s Day \u2013 your way!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">These traditions show that Valentine\u2019s Day is about more than just romance \u2013 it\u2019s a celebration of all kinds of love. Here are some fun ways to make the day special, no matter your relationship status:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Write a handwritten note<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fto a friend, partner, or family member (<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">like Denmark\u2019s secret love letters<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Host a Galentine\u2019s Day get together<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f(<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">shoutout to Finland\u2019s Friend\u2019s Day!<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Make a DIY gift<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, like a friendship bracelet or a personalised playlist (<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">inspired by Wales\u2019 love spoons<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Spread kindness<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fwith a small surprise, maybe buy a friend their favourite snack or send an appreciation message (<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">like Brazil\u2019s community-focused celebrations<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Have a self-care day<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> whether that means a spa night, watching your favourite film, or indulging in some guilty pleasure treats.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Whatever your vibe this Valentine\u2019s Day, remember it\u2019s about\u202fappreciation, love and connection, in all its forms. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2764\ufe0f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Which of these traditions do you love the most? How are you celebrating this year? Let us know in the comments!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover unique Valentine\u2019s Day traditions from around the world! 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