Japan Information Center
Japanese Artifacts
Are you looking for a Japanese doll to display at your school on Japan Day? Would you like to try on a yukata or see what a happi looks like? At the Japan Information Center, we loan various Japanese cultural artifacts to schools, civic organizations and other qualifying groups free of charge. If you are interested in borrowing these items, please visit our 
movie ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrPU3Hq6hdM ) or call (212) 371-8222 for details.
Purpose :- To introduce Japanese culture
- Terms:
- 2 weeks (3-4days for Usu and Kine)
- Note:
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*If the item is lost or damaged, the items will be replaced with the same one or a similar one.
*This is not for personal use.
*pick up / return to the window only.
Dolls
Ichimatsu Doll / Kokeshi Doll
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Ikebana Set
Vase / Scissors / Water frogs
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Japanese Cloth
Yukata (men, women, boys, girls) / Happi coat
- Yukata / Happi Coat ()
- How to wear Yukata ()
- How to fold Happi coat ()
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)- How to fold Happi coat (
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New Years
Usu / Kine
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Education
Kamishibai ( Traditional type of Picture-showing book )
- Kamishibai (s) ()
- How to play Kamishibai ()
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Toys
Traditional Japanese Toys made by wood / mini Luntern
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Display
Sample food (Osechi, Rice cake, Sushi)
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Others
Bangasa (umbrella) / Hanagasa (Festival Hat)
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