All programs in 2020 are VIRTUAL ONLINE, see specific event for details. 2021 are FREE with paid museum admission. No reservations needed.
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 and learn more about the celebration of our festivals. Reading starts on the hour with a short related activity to follow.
- Family Fun days are FREE with paid museum admission. (Unless otherwise specified)
- Pre-registration is not required.
Programs
- October 1st, 2020: “The Magic Tea Kettle”
A man helps a tanuki, a raccoon dog, in distress and is later rewarded by this playful shape-shifting creature. Come learn how not all yokai are scary.
- January 7th, 2021: “How the Years Were Named”
In Japan each year belongs to one of 12 different animals in a cycle. Listen to the tale of how this tradition came to be.
- April 1st, 2021: “The Old Man Who Made the Trees Bloom”
Come hear the bittersweet tale of magical spring flowers in memory of a faithful dog.
