Japan's Star Festival: Storytelling, Origami, & Tanabata Decorations

Japan’s famous Tanabata legends (Hikoboshi and Orihime) are introduced through storytelling and crafts-making. As a part of Tanabata tradition, participants learn how to make paper ornaments and their own tanzaku, thin paper strips for writing wishes, to decorate bamboo branches. Recommended for children ages 3 - 10 and accompanying adults.

Tickets: $12/$5 Japan Society members; children ages 2 or under free. Members may purchase tickets for family at the discounted price. Seats are limited. Advance ticket purchase is advised.