Uptown Matsuri – Japanese Festival

2025 Uptown Matsuri – Japanese Festival
Celebrate Japanese culture with us on Saturday, November 8, 11 AM – 4 PM at Uptown Market on the Independence Square!
Enjoy live performances by Three Trails Taiko, Tatsumaki Yosakoi Dancers, and the Glendale Elementary Japanese Club.
Explore cultural booths and demonstrations featuring KC Kendo Club, Miho from JOI (Origami 11-1), Aki Clothing, Yukari KC, Erika Sakata, Blooming Ohana Garden, Isoko Durbin and more!
Experience food, crafts, music, and hands-on activities for all ages.
Children 12 & under FREE
Adults and teens $8
Free soft drink with each paid ticket!
https://www.indepmojscc.com/uptown-matsuri-festival

Schedule of Events
11:00 Opening Ceremony with 3 Trails Taiko
11:30 Glendale Japanese Club
12:30 KC Kendo Club
1:30 – 3 Trails Taiko
2:00 – Tsatsumaki Yosakoi Dancers
3:45 – Closing Ceremony and remarks

* Vendors *
Aki Clothing – Artist
Erika Sakata – Artist
Miho from the Japan Outreach Initiative at JCCC
Japanese Sister City Exchange Info Table
Japanese Sister City Exchange Bazaar Table
Blooming Ohana Garden (crafts)
Yukari KC
Isoko Durbin (translation and books)
Japanese Exchange & Teaching Program
Naka-Kon
Taiyaki Collectibles