Delve into the world of Japanese folklore
Japanese Paper Theater
Bring the whole family and delve into the world of Japanese folklore or stories through kamishibai, Paper Theater. Join us for a reading of these classic stories. Reading starts on the hour with a short related activity to follow.
“The Magic Tea Kettle”
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 12 p.m., 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
Cost: FREE (with paid admission)
Location: Kamiya Room
A Japanese folktale about a magical tanuki (racoon dog), his new friend and the making of their friendship.
“The Old Man Who Made the Trees Bloom”
- Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026
- Time: 1 p.m.
- Cost: FREE (with paid admission)
- Location: Kamiya Room
A story about a dog’s love and loyalty to his owners, in which greed does not get rewarded.
“The Old Man and the Fox”
- Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Time: 11 a.m.
- Cost: FREE (with paid admission)
- Location: Kamiya Room
A humorous tale about an old man who decides to play a trick on a sleeping fox; instead, he ends up learning a lesson himself.
“The Three Magic Charms”
- Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Time: 12 p.m.
- Cost: FREE (with paid admission)
- Location: Kamiya Room
A young boy uses three paper charms to outwit a wicked Yamanba (yah-man-bah) or Mountain Woman.
