Discover Nikkei Logo

https://www.discovernikkei.org/en/events/2010/05/02/2413/

Children's Day Celebration at The Japan Society

Other
In Person
The Japan Society
333 E. 47th St. New York, United States of America

Date: May 2, 2010

Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.


Children and adults are invited to enjoy Children’s Day through a play of Japan’s classic children’s stories Peach Boy (momotaro ) and Golden Boy (kintaro ), and song and dance related to the festival by Theatre Arts Japan – KIDS- , directed by Eriko Ogawa . Following the presentation, participants will enjoy traditional snacks (kashiwa mochi ) and create their own samurai helmets (kabuto ) and carp streamers (koinobori ), traditional Children’s Day decorations.

Both boys and girls are welcome to participate.
Recommended for children ages 3-10 and accompanying adults.

$20 per family (up to 5 members), $10 per family for Japan Society members


Children's Day kabuto koinobori

Profile image of APA_Institute
APA_Institute Updated Dec. 7, 2024

Nikkei Events

From festivals and exhibitions to workshops and film screenings, find out what Nikkei-related events are happening virtually or near you! Remember, your participation is an important part of building a stronger community! FAQ

New Site Design

See exciting new changes to Discover Nikkei. Find out what’s new and what’s coming soon!
Learn More

Upcoming virtual events

July 7, 2025 - July 28, 2025 | Virtual
Manga for Teens: Shojo Manga Characters
Profile image of JSeducation JSeducation
July 10, 2025 - July 31, 2025 | Virtual
Manga for Teens: Manga Portraiture
Profile image of JSeducation JSeducation
July 12, 2025 | In Person / Virtual Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Connecting Our Global Community: Panel Discussion and Book Talk
Profile image of editor editor

Discover Nikkei Updates

DISCOVER NIKKEI PROGRAM
July 12 • Burnaby, British Columbia
Join us for a book talk, reception, and panel discussion on Japanese Canadian history. The panel discussion will also be live-streamed via Zoom!
NIKKEI CHRONICLES #14
Nikkei Family 2: Remembering Roots, Leaving Legacies
Baachan, grandpa, tía, irmão… what does Nikkei family mean to you? Submit your story!
SUPPORT THE PROJECT
Discover Nikkei’s 20 for 20 campaign celebrates our first 20 years and jumpstarts our next 20. Learn more and donate!