In honor of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to highlight how the holiday is celebrated in different parts of the world:

1. In France, Valentine's Day is known as "La Saint-Valentin" and is celebrated in a similar way to the United States, with people exchanging cards, gifts, and chocolates with their loved ones. However, French couples also often exchange "friendship" gifts with close friends and family members, in addition to romantic gifts with their partners.
2. In Japan, Valentine's Day is a time for women to express their affection for men. On February 14th, women give chocolates, often called "giri choco" or "obligation chocolates," to their male friends, colleagues, and bosses. On March 14th, which is known as White Day, the men return the favor by giving gifts, such as white chocolate or other sweets, to the women who gave them chocolates on Valentine's Day.
3. In Brazil, Valentine's Day is known as "Dia dos Namorados" or "Lover's Day," and it is celebrated in a similar way to the United States and France, with people exchanging cards, gifts, and chocolates with their loved ones. However, Brazilian couples also often exchange yellow flowers, which are seen as a symbol of love and friendship.
4. In Finland, Valentine's Day is known as "Ystävänpäivä," which translates to "Friend's Day." On this day, friends exchange gifts, cards, and spend time together.

These are just a few examples of how Valentine's Day is celebrated in different parts of the world. Although the way it is celebrated may vary, the underlying message of love and affection remains the same. Enjoy!