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  • Japanese Hina Doll Display

    Japanese Hina Doll Display

    MTC: 1st Floor

    A traditional doll set is on display at the festival, usually displayed for celebrations such as Hinanatsuri, the doll festival, or Kodomo no Hi, Children’s Day.

  • Samurai Armor Display

    Traditional Samurai Armor Display

    MTC: 1st Floor

    The Samurai armor on display in our exhibit area is a replica of traditional Samurai armor worn many centuries ago in Japan.

  • Boys Day Doll

    Children’s Day (Boy’s Warrior) Doll

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Enjoy this beautiful “musha ningyo” warrior doll in a samurai costume. It is rare to see such an exquisite example of one of these dolls on display.

  • Taiko Drum, crafted in Kansas City by Hidden Ninja Taiko.

    Locally Hand-Crafted Taiko Drum

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Classified as a Nagado/Chu-Daiko, this Taiko Drum was crafted here in Kansas City by Hidden Ninja Taiko and follows the traditions of the Japanese Taiko builders.

  • Kimono Display

    Woven in Time: The Enduring Legacy of the Kimono Exhibit

    RC: 2nd Floor

    Step into the beauty and tradition of Japan’s most iconic garment. Explore exquisite kimono styles—from elegant to casual—and learn about the intricate accessories and artistry that give each piece meaning.

  • Ikebana Display

    Ikebana Display

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Ikebana is the art of Japanese flower arrangement. Take time to enjoy the Ikebana displays provided by members of the Sogetsu School.

  • Japanese Torii Gate

    Torii Gate Entryway to the Festival

    MTC: 1st Floor

    The large Torii Gate that leads all visitors into the Festival is a large model of one of the most famous Torii Gates in all of Japan at the Itsukushima Shrine near Hiroshima.

  • bonsai

    Bonsai and Suiseki Display

    SC: 1st Floor

    The Bonsai Society will provide an exhibition of a wide variety of bonsai styles and plant materials for our Festival again this year. Society members will be at the exhibit to answer questions and demonstrate how plants are pruned, shaped, trained and wired.

  • Ikebana Exhibit

    Ikebana Exhibit

    RC: 1st Floor

    This exhibit of the beautiful art of Ikebana will give everyone an opportunity to see both traditional and contemporary styles of this distinctively Japanese art form.

  • Cosplay Contest

    Cosplay Contest and Fashion Show

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    MTC: Polsky Theatre

    Come to Polsky Theatre and enjoy a Cosplay Contest and Fashion Show. Prizes will be awarded to the top three winners.