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  • Kanji Made Easy

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Is it possible to learn to read Kanji in less than a year? Try out the Heisig method of Kanji acquisition in this fast-paced and fun session.

  • Japanese Language for Beginners

    Japanese Language Workshop for Beginners

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Attend a Japanese language workshop to learn about the Japanese language, and with the aid of the instructor, learn some basics of the language.

  • Karuta for Kids. Source: Takahiro Maruyama

    Karuta for Kids

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Kids will learn how to play Karuta, traditional Japanese playing cards that feature Japanese proverbs and kana characters. 

  • Samurai Armor Lecture

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Jimmy Forred's lecture will focus on the history of Japanese armor leading up to the modern era.

  • Fun with Japanese for Kids

    MTC: 1st Floor

    In this beginning workshop, kids will learn to say various everyday phrases and how to read some basic Japanese, all through fun activities.

  • Yukata and Kimono Kitsuke Portraits

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Volunteers will dress you in authentic Kimono or Yukata and take your picture with your camera/phone in front of a Japanese Backdrop.

  • Kids at the Cultural Village

    Kids Cultural Village and Bazaar

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Featured again at this year’s Festival is the Japanese Cultural Village operated by the Kansas City Japanese School. Young and old attendees will be entertained with many opportunities to experience the “real” Japan here in Kansas City.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Food Vendors

    Food Vendors

    COM: 1st Floor +3 more

    Feast on authentic Japanese foods, snacks, drinks, and other goodies.

  • Introduction to Reading Japanese

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Come to this workshop and venture into the world of written Japanese whether you are a student or just curious.

  • Fun with Japanese for Kids 2

    MTC: 1st Floor

    This is a continuation of Fun with Japanese 1. In these workshops, kids will learn to say various everyday phrases, how to read some basic Japanese, and learn some Hiragana all through fun activities.

  • Japan Foundation’s Marugoto Course Books

    MTC: 1st Floor

    Come discover the new language levels of the Japan Foundation Standards and how to access the new coursework program for self-study and formal class learners.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.