Japanese Cultural Event: Tanabata

Event | July 10, 2018

Finished Jul 10 2018


Tanabata, also known as the “star festival,” takes place on the 7th day of the 7th month of the year, when, according to a Chinese legend, the two stars Altair and Vega, which are usually separated from each other by the milky way, are able to meet.


  • Writing wishes on tanzaku (a strip of paper) and hanging it on bamboo
  • Tasting somen (Japanese noodles)
  • Making summer greeting cards

■ Date

7/10/2017 (Tues.) 11:30-13:30


■ Place

Institute for International Collaboration (Lobby & Student Activities Room)


This event is hosted by the Sapporo International Communication Plaza SKY and the Institute for International Collaboration

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