UMBC Matsuri
Japanese Festival
ACTIVITIES
So, what can I do at the Matsuri?
PERFORMANCES and GAMES
​Taiko:
There will be a Taiko Drumming performance by the Taiko trio Kizuna.

Cosplay Cafe:
The waiters and waitresses from cosplay cafe will perform a dance for your enjoyment!

​Festival Games:
There will be Japanese maturi games such as the following:
- yo-yo tsuri (balloon fishing)
- kingyo sukui (goldfish scooping)
- sumo wrestling
- cork gun shooting
Play any of these games and get a chance to win prizes!!

Experience a little bit of Japanese culture:
There will be a shrine room with our very own torii gate and saisen bako. We will be showcasing various Japanese dolls.
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​Taiko Workshop (Traditional Japanese Drumming):
Want to learn some taiko drumming? The Taiko Trio Kizuna will be providing a taiko workshop.
Origami Workshop:
There will be a origami workshop where anyone can learn to make origami. No experience is needed!

Calligraphy workshop:
We will be offering a calligraphy workshop. No experience is needed!

Cosplay:
Come to the matsuri and dress up in your favorite anime characters!
JAPANESE CULTURE
REFRESHMENTS
​Cosplay Cafe:
There will be a cosplay cafe. Your waiters and waitresses will be dressed up in your favorite anime characters and serve FREE delicious desserts, Japanese drinks, and Japanese snacks.