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Workshops & Classes

Tango No Sekku (Boy's Day) at the Museum

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Workshops & Classes

Tango No Sekku (Boy's Day) at the Museum

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Family Activity

Celebrate Tango No Sekku (Boys’ Day) at the Museum. Traditionally observed on May 5 in Japan, it predates Kodomo No Hi (Children’s Day). Learn about the meaning of Boys’ Day and some of its traditions. Make a paper kabuto (helmet worn by samurai) and your own koi (fish) and then join in on a taiko (drum) workshop. Children of all ages are invited.

Free with Museum admission. Reservations are required.

Sunday, May 04, 1997

1:00 PM PDT

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About the Event

Family Activity

Celebrate Tango No Sekku (Boys’ Day) at the Museum. Traditionally observed on May 5 in Japan, it predates Kodomo No Hi (Children’s Day). Learn about the meaning of Boys’ Day and some of its traditions. Make a paper kabuto (helmet worn by samurai) and your own koi (fish) and then join in on a taiko (drum) workshop. Children of all ages are invited.

Free with Museum admission. Reservations are required.

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