The annual Philadelphia Cherry Blossom Festival is an amazing event that takes place every spring. It celebrates Japanese beauty and culture on American soil. One of the highlights of the 2024 festival was the first major origami demonstration by the renowned artist Taro Yaguchi since the end of the COVID pandemic.

Taro Yaguchi is an origami artist based in New York who teaches the art and beauty of origami to people of all ages. His studio regularly holds origami classes and workshops, introducing participants to this traditional Japanese art form.

The demonstration was not a quick, performance-style event, but rather a format where Yaguchi folded several pieces throughout the day, displaying them as they were completed. This approach, which Yaguchi excels in, allows the audience to enjoy both the finished pieces and the creation process simultaneously. One of the most remarkable pieces he created was a dinosaur, which drew admiration from the attendees.

Yaguchi believes that origami is not just a pastime, but it also includes many educational elements. Through it, we can build bridges between cultures. For him, the event is a part of cultural exchange, offering an opportunity to spread the tradition of origami to many people.

If you are interested in his performances, you are encouraged to visit his studio’s website to learn more.