SAVE THE DATE! July 12, 2025
Every year Shofuso celebrates Tanabata with decorations and bamboo trees full of wishes written by our visitors. Visit Shofuso and make your very own wish this July!
Tanabata is the yearly star festival that is recognized across Japan on July 7th. This is the one day a year where two celestial lovers, Orihime and Hikoboshi, are said to meet. We celebrate this meeting of star crossed lovers by appreciating the beauty of the cosmos and the wonders of the night sky. And we invite you to celebrate with us!
Visit Shofuso between July 9th to the 13th to learn about the holiday, see traditional Tanabata decorations, and to make your Tanzaku wish for the rest of the year.
July 12th from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Performance by Taiko group Casual Fifth, who performed at this year’s Cherry Blossom Festival.
Visit their website: https://www.casualfifth.com/
All Tanabata activities are included with admission to Shofuso.
Shofuso will also play host to Philadelphia Parks & Recreation “Parks on Tap” during these dates. (NOTE: Parks on Tap is a separate event and is not included with admission to Shofuso)
Click here for more information about visiting Shofuso and to purchase timed admission tickets.
Your donation helps to support Japanese arts, business, and cultural programs in Philadelphia including the Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival, lectures and workshops, preservation of Shofuso, and much more.
