Make a Wish on Tanabata: The Magic of Tanzaku and Starry Skies
July 6, 2026
By Brad Stephens
Every summer in Japan, colorful strips of paper flutter in the breeze, tied to bamboo branches that sway under the night sky. Each strip carries a handwritten wish. This is the heart of Tanabata (七夕, Star Festival), one of Japan’s most beloved seasonal celebrations. If you […]
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