Celebrate Children's Day, Korean Artists Show Adorable Childhood Photos

JAKARTA - South Korean people celebrate Children's Day today, Thursday, May 5.

Launching Korean Indo, Children's Day was originally set on May 1, but because it coincided with Labor Day, it was moved to May 5. Unlike in Indonesia, which is celebrated every July 23, National Children's Day in Korea is one of the national holidays.

In the land of Ginseng, Children's Day is a symbol of respect for children to be loved and cared for. In addition, it is also a form of respect for parents who have raised and cared for their children well.

Usually, every May 5, along the Han River, parents spend time with their children. Parents who set up small tents so they can rest and enjoy snacks. Meanwhile children can play kites or ride bicycles.

Children's Day has been around since the 1920's. According to Haps Magazine Korea, before Children's Day was declared a national day, Boy's Day was the real name of this special day.

This year, a number of Korean artists are celebrating Children's Day by uploading photos of their childhood on social media. Anyone? See below, let's ...

The first one is Song Joong Ki. This drama player Vincenzo uploaded a childhood photo that invited citizens' praise.

Then there's Min Do Hee. This actress has been beautiful since childhood, huh?

Then, there is the drama Start Up, Kim Seon Ho. Netizens comment on his cute childhood photos.

Who doesn't know Seohyun? This beautiful actress also commemorates Children's Day by uploading a beautiful childhood photo.