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JASH & Levy Park Present: Japan Junction

  • Levy Park Event Pavilion 3801 Eastside Street Houston, TX, 77098 United States (map)

Experience the wonder of Japan in Levy Park on the first Wednesday of every month with JASH at Japan Junction. Kids of all ages will enjoy expanding their cultural horizons through kamishibai “paper drama” storytelling and fun crafts that highlight Japanese traditions from origami to woodblock print making and more!

ヒューストン日米協会(JASH)は、毎月第1水曜日にLevy Parkで日本の素晴らしさを体験できるイベント“Japan Junction”を開催します。日本の昔話を紙芝居で紹介し、そして折り紙から木版画まで様々な日本の伝統文化を感じられるクラフト作りを通して、子供たちが楽しみながら文化的な視野を広げる機会を提供します。


May 14: “Peach Boy” and Koinobori Kendama

May 5th in Japan is Kodomo no Hi, or Children’s Day—a national holiday that celebrates the happiness and unique strengths of children.

Join us for a special celebration featuring a fun kamishibai performance of Momotaro, also known as “Peach Boy”—one of Japan’s most beloved folk heroes, who reminds both kids and grown-ups that great things can be achieved with courage and perseverance.

After the story, make your own koinobori kendama—a playful twist on a traditional Japanese toy. The koinobori (colorful carp streamers) symbolize strength and determination, while the kendama, celebrated on Kendama Day (May 14th), help build hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and focus.

Celebrate two unique days in Japanese culture with one creative, hands-on activity!

5月14日:紙芝居「ももたろう」とこいのぼりけん玉

5月5日は「こどもの日」。子どもたちの健やかな成長をお祝いする日です。紙芝居「ももたろう」で、勇気とやさしさのあふれる冒険物語を楽しんだ後は、紙コップを使ってこいのぼりけん玉を作ります。

そして5月14日は「けん玉の日」!

自分で作ったカラフルなこいのぼりけん玉でたくさん遊んで、この2つの日本の文化を一緒にお祝いしよう!