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Why I Am Starting A New Tanabata Tradition This Year

A handmade wish card surrounded by soft pink blossoms in warm natural light.
July 6, 2026
Every culture has a tradition that makes me stop and think, "Why do we not do this more often?" For me, Japan's Tanabata, also known as the Star Festival, is one of those traditions. Celebrated each year on July 7, Tanabata is inspired by an ancient Japanese legend about two lovers represented by...