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: 12:00pm, 1:00pm & 2:00pm
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: 1:00pm
Cost: FREE (with paid admission)
Location: Kamiya Room
A story about a dog’s love and loyalty to his owners that greed does not get awarded.
“The Old Man and the Fox”
Date: Saturday, July 16, 2026
Time: 11:00am
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 Old Man and the Fox”
Date: Saturday, July 16, 2026
Time: 12:00pm
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.
