Star Festival Origami - Tanabata Paper Crafts
Learn how to make lots of different origami stars and decorations for the Japanese Star Festival or “Tanabata”. Tanabata is a traditional Japanese festival held on the 7th July.
According to legend, each July 7 the weaver star and cowherder star traverse the Milky Way to renew their ancient bond of love. In Japan, the lovers are celebrated with lively decorations and wishes written on long, narrow strips of colored paper. Observed throughout the country, many cities, including Sendai in Miyagi Prefecture, have become famous for hosting elaborate celebrations. – nippon.com
At Tanabata, many different origami decorations are made. On this page you can find all of decorations traditionally made for the Japanese Star Festival.
Star Festival is a sub category of Holiday Origami
