Cultual Activities
Experience the excitement of a traditional Japanese summer festival—right here in Central Ohio!
Our hands-on, family-friendly cultural activities are inspired by classic matsuri (festival) games, with a fun twist for all ages.
アクテビティ･パスをご購入いただきますと、以下のお祭りアクティビティをお楽しみ頂けます🎵
Yo-Yo Fishing
ヨーヨーつり
Use a paper hook to fish for floating water balloon yo-yos. This classic game tests your patience and skill—and you get to keep the yo-yo you catch!
Goldfish (toy) Scooping
おもちゃの金魚すくい
Try to scoop up small imitation goldfish using a delicate paper scooper.
It’s trickier than it looks, but lots of fun for kids and adults alike—no live fish involved!
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Ring Toss
わなげ
Test your aim in this timeless game! Toss rings onto pegs and win small prizes.
Simple, fun, and a perfect way to enjoy the festival atmosphere.
Body Art Sticker
タトゥーシール
Choose from a wide range of temporary tattoos! From traditional Japanese motifs and anime-inspired designs to all-time favorites like unicorns and dragons, and more—there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Fan Painting
扇子（せんす）の絵付け
Make it yours! Grab some markers and turn a plain fan into your own colorful masterpiece — then fan yourself in style for the rest of the event!
Pinwheel Making
かざぐるま作り
Spin into fun! Color, fold, and build your own Japanese-style pinwheel (kazaguruma) — then chase the wind and watch it twirl!
To participate in the hands-on cultural activities listed above, each person will need an Activity Pass. This pass grants access to any combination of the activities up to five (5) times total! (Price: $12 for Early Bird, $20 on the Day of the Event)
お祭りアクティビティにご参加頂くには、アクティビティ・パスが必要になります。組み合わせ自由で、１枚で5回までお祭りアクティビティを楽しんで頂けます。ぜひ以下ボタンからご購入ください。アクティビティ･パスは１枚、前売12ドル、当日20ドルです。