Thank you for joining us at Japan Day in Howard County on Sunday, October 10. It was very nice to see you there. Hope to see you next time.

Anime, Origami, ... and Japan. 秋まつりにようこそ！ Interested in Japanese traditional or pop culture? You are at the right place!! Did you know that Maryland and Kanagawa Prefecture in Japan have been in a sister state relationship for 40 years? Celebrating the 40th-year anniversary, Maryland and Kanagawa Sister State committee along with UMBC, Misako Ballet, Matcha Time Café, and Baltimore and Kawasaki Sister City welcome you to this cultural exploration event!

Our Japan Day/Fall Festival has many performances and hands-on activities for you to experience Japanese culture free of charge!!!!

Performances Ryukyu taiko drum and dance performance Kendo and Naginata demonstration Ballet performance Karate demonstration Japanese choir

Activities Origami Calligraphy Yukata picture taken Flower arrangement Tea ceremony Bazaar Japanese snacks and goods (to purchase) Cosplay contest Japanese information table We look forward to seeing you there!

REMINDER: Please keep your mask on!