Tosenkyo Fan-Tossing Experience (Okayama Korakuen Garden, December)

About this event

This is an event where you can experience "Tosenkyo," a traditional indoor fan-tossing game that spread during the Edo period, at Okayama Korakuen Garden. Participants throw a folding fan toward a target ("butterfly") placed on a stand and compete for points based on how the fan and target land. There are scoring systems inspired by chapter titles of The Tale of Genji and other classical references; while seemingly simple, it is a game of great depth where results vary significantly based on how the fan opens and the throwing height. Even beginners can easily enjoy it in a short amount of time, and it can easily be incorporated into a stroll through the garden. Because event dates vary by month, checking the official "Event Schedule by Date" page is recommended. This hands-on session offers a valuable opportunity to experience traditional Japanese play while taking in the beautiful scenery of Okayama Korakuen Garden.

Venue

Kakumeikan (Former Iwakuni Kikkawa Residence)

1-5 Korakuen, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama 703-8257