Tanabata (Japanese: たなばた or 七夕, meaning "Evening of the Seventh"), also known as the Star Festival (星祭り, Hoshimatsuri), is a Japanese festival originating from the Chinese Qixi Festival.

Jul 5, 2021 · Tanabata in Japan is an enchanting festival full of color, wishes, and light. Rooted in a romantic legend, midsummer Tanabata decorations and Tanabata tanzaku fill the streets alongside yukata-clad festival-goers and stalls selling delicious Japanese street food.

Tanabata (七夕), also known as the "star festival", takes place on the 7th day of the 7th month of the year, when, according to a Chinese legend, the two stars Altair and Vega, which are usually separated from each other by the Milky Way, are able to meet.

Feb 19, 2024 · Tanabata (“たなばた or 七夕,” meaning “Evening of the 7th”), also known as the Star Festival (星祭り, Hoshi matsuri), is a traditional festival celebrated in Japan on the 7th day of the 7th month (July 7th).

Jul 4, 2015 · Tanabata is one of Japan’s five traditional seasonal festivals, or gosekku, originating in China and first observed in Japan by the ancient imperial court. The stellar holiday centers on the ...

Also known as the Star Festival, Tanabata is traditionally held on the seventh day of the seventh month of the old lunar calendar, celebrating the legend of the one day of the year when the deities Hikoboshi and Orihime are allowed to meet.

Mar 29, 2019 · Tanabata, or the Star Festival, involves a Japanese tradition in which people write their wishes on small, colorful strips of paper (tanzaku) and hang them on the branches of a small decorative bamboo tree.

Jul 2, 2024 · Tanabata is a Japan-wide festival held on July 7th, during which people write their wishes on colorful slips of paper and hang them on bamboo tree branches, praying for them to come true.

Jan 10, 2025 · Tanabata is a major summer festival in Japan. Learn about the Tanabata celebrations, dates, food, as well as the legend which lies behind the tradition.

The Tanabata Festival is a magical celebration that intertwines mythology, culture, and community spirit. With its rich history, colorful decorations, and festive activities, Tanabata offers an unforgettable experience.