Coffs Harbour Botanic Garden was host to the
Japanese Children's festival a couple of weeks ago.
The sixth of it's kind to be held in this beautiful setting.
The sixth of it's kind to be held in this beautiful setting.
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| We were welcomed with kites in all colours & sizes & there were kite making workshops too. |
We meandered along the path leading through the trees
No prizes for guessing who wasn't long in finding the cup cake stall!
The dancers were an absolute delight, and this gentleman
was thoroughly enjoying himself!
Some families got into the spirit, and everyone had fun.
The beautiful Japanese Gardens and bright red bridge
were the perfect location.
I took a couple of the photos earlier in the year like the one above left, so on the day the tea house was buzzing with people enjoying a cuppa and a bite to eat provided by volunteers. And the trees below had nearly lost their leaves but I had to include this photo from earlier because it is so vibrant. I believe it is a type of Crepe Myrtle.
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This fish was just one of many being displayed to show us the different colours. Dear follower Midori has let me know that this is a Koinobori or carp. If you like things with a Japanese twist, hop over and take a look at her blog,you'll be glad you did!
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This rainbow lorikeet couldn't work out what all the fuss was about! |
| Even dancers have to relax sometime......oh what a feeling! |
Our sweet grand daughter gave the sushi a tick of approval!
And then it was time to head home, after a fantastic day out. Next year I hope our son and daughter in law who is from Japan, will be able to come along as well, and we can all wear the beautiful kimono's that her family gave us at the wedding last year. Maybe you could join us too!
