5/1(日)11時～Folklore Family Day: Celebrating Children’s Day@Japan Society
5月5日は子どもの日。ジャパンソサエティでは5月1日(日)11時からフォークロア・ファミリー・デーが開催されます。
紙芝居や、クラフト、空手、はなかっぱの短編映画など盛りだくさん。
チケットの購入など詳細は下記Websiteでご確認下さい。
http://www.japansociety.org/event/folklore-family-day-celebrating-childrens-day-in-japan
| Step into the enchanting worlds of Japan’s folktales in this family-friendly event that highlights the vitality and energy of children! Families can immerse themselves in these dynamic fables through kamishibai storytelling, take in the popular Hanakappa: Adventure in the Butterfly Kingdom animation and try hands on crafts including shodo (calligraphy) and origami. Featured events includes karate workshops led by instructors from Japan Karate Association’s New York Dojo, where kids can show-off their athleticism. Parents shouldn’t miss the special storytelling workshop led by Master Storyteller Tara McGowan who teaches how to tell a better, more engaging story. There’s something for everyone at this year’s festival!
Tickets: $18/$10 Japan Society individual & corporate members; Free for kids 2 and under |
Experience the awe and wonder of this annual child-centered holiday with these hands-on activities:
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Captivating Kamishibai Storytelling Master storyteller Tara McGowan and Theatre Banana will inspire young and old alike through tales of princesses, courageous young men, and good ogres (oni) who exhibit great courage and service to others. |
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Kickin’ Karate Kids will release their energy while learning some new karate moves with instructors from Japan Karate Association’s New York Dojo. The sessions will include kid-friendly workshops and a short demonstration of Shotokan-style karate. |
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Hanakappa: Adventure in the Butterfly Kingdom Come with Hanakappa as he and his friends journey to the Butterfly Kingdom to save the kidnapped mothers of Yamabiko Village! Co-presented with the  50 minutes in length.
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Art Cart: Spring Sun Prints and Origami Time! Make spring themed camera-less photo prints using the power of the sun and then fold seasonal origami in a workshop led by OrigamiUSA. |
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More Crafts and Games Create carp streamers to celebrate Children’s Day and take shodo (Japanese calligraphy) lesson or try your hand at games such as kendama and paper sumo. |
And more!
Join us at Family Folklore Day, an all-day adventure at Japan Society!
Inset images: Karate © JKA New York; Hanakappa: Adventure in the Butterfly Kingdom © Akiyama Tadashi/HANAKAPPA movie project; All other photos © George Hirose
