About 12,000 years from now, Vega will become the North Star. July 7 is Tanabata, the Star Festival based on the romantic tale of two celestial lovers, Orihime (Vega) and Hikoboshi (Altair).

Grain festivals in India and Japan are colorful celebrations that highlight the vital role of agriculture in both cultures. These festivals not only pay tribute to the earth's bounty but also foster a ...

But maybe not tonight. July 7 is Tanabata, or the Star Festival. Matsuo Basho (1644-1694), the haiku maestro, was apparently restless in anticipation the night before the festival. “Oh the month ...

By: Noel Gannett, Blanca Carbajal-Rodriguez, Michael Carlson, and Leah Ebel with Wendy Blasingame, Christine Cervera, Brenda Gates, Stacey Mandel, Karen Munch, and Gail Stine Geography Standard 5: ...

First, they knead wheat flour and shape it into thread-like bundles. Then, they deep fry it in oil. This sweet treat is perfect for the Tanabata star festival!

Kou Minamoto (Shōya Chiba), Hanako (Megumi Ogata) and Yako (Yukana), the Second Wonder of The Misaki Stairs, join Nene at the Tanabata Star Festival. Hanako suggests going to a festival in the ...