The Japan Foundation, London is proud to be co-organising the Japanese Children's Day family event at King Street Halls in Orkney.

The event is organised by Orkney Islands Council, Orkney Japan Association, The Consulate-General of Japan in Edinburgh, The Japan Society of Scotland and blue earth works.

There will be many fun activities, including origami, traditional dance and calligraphy, as well as delicious snacks to eat.

Plus! There will be an ikebana demonstration and flower workshop for children from 11:00am to 12:00pm for primary school children aged seven and older. You can download a flyer with more information by clicking here.

Please note that prior registration is required to take part in the ikebana workshop. Please contact OJAinfo@btinternet.com by close of day Tuesday 30 April 2019.

The Japanese Children's Day is FREE to take part in.