Join The Japan Society at St John's Wood Library for an afternoon celebration of the Tanabata Star Festival! Depending on the region, Tanabata is celebrated in Japan on either 7 July or 6-8 August.  

2.00pm Join us for a kamishibai performance of The Tanabata Story  

2.30 – 4.30pm Drop in for origami and craft where you can make fun festival decorations! 

The Tanabata Story is presented by Haruka Kuroda (from the British Japanese theatre company; A Thousand Cranes) using kamishibai, a traditional form of illustrated storytelling from Japan. Come along to find out the legend behind the festival! The performance will last approximately 25mins and is recommended for children aged 4+ and their families; please arrive before the 2pm start to get settled.   

After the performance, The Japan Society will help you to make origami decorations and tanzaku wish cards for display or to take home. Craft activities will run from approximately 2.30pm until 4.00pm 

If you have any questions about the event, please contact: education@japansociety.org.uk 

For venue or accessibility information, please visit St John’s Wood Library Website  

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