Video Gaming
MTC: 3rd FloorCome and play video games!
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Fun and Games
All Day
The Games of Go and Shogi
COM: Lower LevelCome to this workshop to play actual games, see demonstrations and competition games, and hear a brief discussion of the history and rules of “go” and “shogi.”
Japanese Kid’s Games – Outdoor
MTC: Courtyard (outside)Come and enjoy traditional Japanese festival games for kids, hosted by the KC Japanese School.
Yōkai Hunt
Pick up a passport at the info table and enjoy collecting 12 Yōkai Stamps at various locations throughout the festival. Hint: look for red and white lanterns!
Miyuki the Candy Artist: Yokai Candy Art
GEB: 2nd FloorWatch candy artist Miyuki Sugimori skillfully shape candy material into animals and figures by blowing air into it.
A Look at Japanese Game Shows on American Television
MTC: 1st FloorIn this presentation, Joshua Murphy will look at Japanese Game and Variety Shows and their effect on the American television landscape. Takeshi’s Castle, Ninja Warrior, Ultra Quiz, Shark Tank and America’s Funniest Home videos are some of the shows that will be discussed and seen in this panel.
Operation! Takeshi’s Castle: Most Well-known Japanese Game Show of All Time
MTC: 1st FloorJoshua Murphy will tell the story of the Japanese Game Show that, for most, defines the genre: Operation! Takeshi’s Castle.
EN-NICHI: Japan Festival Board Game
GEB: 2nd FloorLearn about Japanese festivals and culture by playing this engaging board game, EN-NICHI (円日)!
Miyuki the Candy Artist: Yokai Candy Art
GEB: 2nd FloorWatch candy artist Miyuki Sugimori skillfully shape candy material into animals and figures by blowing air into it.
Miyuki the Candy Artist: Yokai Candy Art
GEB: 2nd FloorWatch candy artist Miyuki Sugimori skillfully shape candy material into animals and figures by blowing air into it.