Audience members, young and old, can join Aiko Hatano on stage and play with traditional wooden toys including kendama ('sword' ball), koma (top) and daruma otoshi (wooden puzzle in five pieces). These toys remain popular with Japanese children and are fun for all ages. Prizes will be available for the winner of these games!

Soran bushi dancing will be led by the University of North Dakota Japanese Cultural Association (JCA). Soran bushi is a traditional Japanese sea shanty originating with fishermen in Hokkaido. The rhythmic tune and choreographed movements made the tune popular as part of parades and festivals across the country. The audience will recognize ocean waves, fisherman pulling rope and dragging in nets accompanied by a toe-tapping melody.

Hidden Teachings Dojo demonstrates traditional karate kata (patterns), weapons, and self-defense techniques and discuss some of the wisdom and history of this ancient martial art.