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Kodomo no Hi, Children's Day
Kodomo no Hi, also called Children’s Day, is commemorated each year in Japan on May 5th to celebrate the growth and good fortune of children. The festival will feature a range of family-friendly activities. Come listen to taiko performances, learn origami, explore the garden using our special Discovery Map designed by Mike Bennett, and enjoy displays of koinobori, or cloth carp streamers.
In Japan, koinobori are flown outside of homes and public buildings to create a festive atmosphere from April to early May. Portland Japanese Garden’s koinobori will be on display in the Atsuhiko and Ina Goodwin Tateuchi Foundation Courtyard and Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center.
Koi symbolize courage and determination as they swim upstream and through powerful waterfalls. Visit Portland Japanese Garden’s beloved koi fish at the Zig-Zag Bridge next to the Heavenly Falls in the Strolling Pond Garden. We’ll also be showing our fun and informative Curious About Koi video in the Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner.