Seattle Kokon Taiko

2026 Mochitsuki
2026-01-10 11:00 - 15:00 UTC | Woodward Middle School, 9125 Sportsman Club Rd NE, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110, United States
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
We wish you a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2026!
Come join us as we celebrate the new year on Bainbridge Island at the 2026 Mochitsuki event hosted by the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Community!
Seattle Kokon Taiko will be performing at 11:45 am and 2:00 pm
– Performance is free, but tickets are required for entry. First come first serve.
Activities
– Mochi making
– Origami
– Learn to play GO
– T-shirt sales
– Educational displays
– Group dancing lessons 12:45 – 1:45
– Food for sale from Sushiko and Gillpino
– Shuttles available from Bethany Lutheran and Island Church 12:30 – 3:30

Plan your FERRY RIDE to Banbridge Island

Private School Performance
2026-01-28 13:00 - 14:30

Lunar New Year at Green River College
2026-02-13 20:30 - 20:55 | Green River College, 12401 SE 320th St, Auburn, WA, 98092, United States
Green River College is hosting our Lunar New Year 2026 celebration in February. The event will feature cultural performances, music, and community activities for students, faculty, and guests.

Day of Remembrance
2026-02-19 13:00 - 13:30 | The Grove at North Seattle College, 9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
ANNIVERSARY OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 9066 & Honoring the Kumasaka Family
Thursday, February 19, 11-2:30pm
Location: North Seattle College – The Grove
ACTIVITIES
11:30AM-12:30PM Lunch by Chef Joe Japanese
12:20-12:30PM Opening & Welcome
12:30-1:00PM Speakers: Maya Hayashi & Sara Beckman from Densho
1:00-1:30PM Taiko drum performance by Seattle Kokon Taiko
1:30-2:30PM Arts & Crafts & Snacks by Walking Museum Posters

Lunar New Year at Lake Washington Institute of Technology
2026-02-23 12:00 - 12:30 | Lake Washington Institute of Technology, 11605 132nd Avenue NE, Kirkland, WA, 98034, United States
Come celebration Lunar New Year at the Lake Washington Institute of Technology!

John Hay Elementary School Cultural Heritage Night
2026-03-13 18:00 - 18:30 | John Hay Elementary School, 201 Garfield St., Seattle, WA, 98109, United States
Join us at John Hay Elementary School at the Cultural Heritage Night where we’ll celebrate different cultures through music, food, and presentations!

2026 Creative Composition Challenge
2026-03-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Pigott Auditorium, 901 12th Ave Sinegal Building, suite 140, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
The 2026 Creative Composition Challenge is a live taiko show consisting of ALL NEW COMPOSITIONS. 13 in person groups and 5 online groups have been writing and composing brand new music to be showcased. Tune in at 2PM on March 28th to catch the HOTTEST new Taiko compositions.

The show will be happening on 3/28 at Seattle U’s Pigott Auditorium from 2-4PM (Doors open 1:30PM). The show is FREE to attend! If you can’t join us in person, we’ll be livestreaming the concert at the following link: YouTube livestream!

Participating Groups: Inochi Taiko, PROTA, Seattle Kokon Taiko, Yamane Taiko, Tobe Daiko, Ahiru Daiko, UW Taiko Kai, Ryan Lowery, Koh Yamakawa, Kirin Chanteloup, & more!
In person concert hosted by SU Hidaka Taiko at Pigott Auditorium.

Defining Courage
2026-04-11 17:45 - 18:00 | Meany Hall, 1313 NE 41st Street, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
Defining Courage is a story about what it means to be an American. The show is a journey into the legacy of the Nisei Soldier, Americans of Japanese ancestry who served in the segregated military units of the 100th IB, 442nd RCT, MIS, and 522nd FAB. Considered among the greatest fighting units in American military history, their extraordinary stories have rarely been heard.
Narrated by Emmy-winning ABC7-Los Angeles News Anchor and Filmmaker David Ono along with musicians and vocalists curated by Music Director Chris Wade, we immerse you into the profound and inspiring world of these heroes who fought prejudice at home and the enemy abroad.
SEE, HEAR, and EXPERIENCE their incredible heroics through this piece of innovative storytelling. Far from a history lesson, it is a testament to inner strength, one that inspires us in our search for courage in today’s world.

2026 Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival
2026-04-12 14:15 - 14:45 | Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall, Armory, 305 Harrison St., Seattle, WA, 98109, United States
Join us for the 51st Annual Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival at Seattle Center between Friday, April 10 and Sunday, April 12, 11 am – 5 pm each day. This free, weekend-long celebration of Japanese and Japanese American culture features traditional performances, authentic food, cultural demonstrations and workshops.
Seattle Kokon Taiko is performing on Sunday, April 12 in the Armory.
Time: 2:15pm performance
Seattle Armory Building
305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109

2026 ACRS Walk for Rice
2026-05-16 08:00 - 17:00
We’re proud to perform in support ACRS’ mission and vision.
SKT Performances
09:15am: Start of the event
10:30am: Send off the Walkers
11:15am: Celebrate the Walkers return

Walking to End Hunger, One Grain at a Time
For over 30 years, Walk for Rice has brought people together to raise funds for the ACRS Food Bank and nutrition programs while raising awareness about food insecurity in Asian and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communities. The campaign kicks off in the spring and concludes with a multicultural community celebration and three-mile walk at Seward Park in June.
Asian and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communities are diverse and growing, yet many face barriers to securing food, emergency meals, and other basic necessities. The ACRS Food Bank ensures those experiencing food insecurity can receive culturally familiar items like rice, tofu, dry noodles, and fresh produce such as bok choy. Each year, the Food Bank distributes around one million pounds of food to around 5,000 people, the majority seniors and children.
Since the first walk in 1990 by co-founders Sam Mitsui and Herb and Bertha Tsuchiya, Walk for Rice has grown from 45 walkers to hundreds of participants each year, raising more than $4 million to fight hunger in our region. Join the community and Walk for Rice!
Walk for Rice Website

Koi Day @ Seattle Japanese Garden
2026-05-16 13:30 - 14:00 | Seattle Japanese Garden, 1075 Lake Washington Blvd E, Seattle, WA, 98112, United States
After a cold winter, koi at the Seattle Japanese Garden are looking forward to our friendly visitors (and a feast)!
Koi at the Seattle Japanese Garden are awake from their winter hibernation and ready to eat.

Admission is free for all youth 12 and under from 10am to 2pm for Family Saturday.

More info to come!

Pacific Northwest Peace Pagoda Inauguration Ceremony 2026
2026-05-23 13:00 - 13:30 | Ground Zero Nonviolent Action Center, 16159 Clear Creek Rd., Poulsbo, WA, 98370, United States
The Inauguration Ceremony (Rakkei Shiki) for the Pacific Northwest Peace Pagoda is scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Poulsbo, Washington. Held at the Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action, this invitation-only event by Nipponzan Myohoji features traditional Buddhist ceremonies to dedicate the new monument, which stands near Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor to promote world peace.
This event is by invitation. Registration is now closed. If you need to contact us regarding the ceremony, please email pnwpagodafriends@gmail.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Celebrate AANHPI at Shorewood High School
2026-05-27 19:00 - 19:30 | Shorewood High School, 17300 Fremont Ave N, Shoreline, WA, 98133, United States
Join us for an unforgettable celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month on Wednesday, May 27 at Shorewood High School! Bring the whole family for an evening full of culture, community, and fun! Food trucks roll in at 5:00 pm — come hungry and enjoy delicious eats from a variety of local favorites.Don’t miss our headlining TAIKO performance (Seattle Kokon Taiko) 7:00–7:30 pm! Experience the energy, rhythm, and excitement of this powerful Japanese drumming tradition. Free admission + family friendly!Hosted by SWHS API students, Shoreline Equity Department, Shoreline College, The City of Shoreline, and Shoreline PTSA Council.Come celebrate culture, connection, and community with us — we can’t wait to see you there!

Never Again is Now: A Permanent Commitment
2026-06-11 13:00 - 13:05 | Bellevue College, 3000 Landerholm Cir SE, Bellevue, WA, 98007, United States
Bellevue College will hold a ceremony for the permanent installation of the Never Again is Now mural on campus on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The ceremony, titled “Never Again is Now: A Permanent Commitment,” seeks to honor the work of Seattle artist and activist Erin Shigaki while committing to learning from past injustices and mistakes made throughout history. The mural depicts two Japanese American children on the day they are being forced into a World War II American incarceration camp. The permanent piece will also include historical information on the impact WWII and Japanese incarceration had on Japanese immigrants in the Pacific Northwest.

Ceremony Details:

What: Never Again is Now: A Permanent Commitment
When: 1 PM, Thursday, June 11, 2026
Who: Speakers: Artist Erin Shigaki; Bellevue College President David May; and Stan Shikuma with the Japanese American Citizens League and Tsuru for Solidarity.
Where: Fountain Courtyard (near C and D Buildings); 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Bellevue, WA 98007-6406. View campus map.
Parking: Lot 14 is available for visitor parking, with Lot 13 available for overflow. View parking lot map.

Halftime Show @ Seattle Seawolves vs. California Legion
2026-06-14 20:15 | Starfire Sports, 14800 Starfire Way, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Major League Rugby Semi-Final
Sunday, June 14 at 7:30 PM PT
Seattle Seawolves vs California Legion
The road to the Major League Rugby Championship runs through Seattle as the Seawolves host the California Legion in the Western Conference Semi-Final at Starfire Stadium. Following a 33-19 victory over California to close the regular season, Seattle secured the No. 2 seed and earned the right to host a playoff match in front of the home crowd.
With a place in the Major League Rugby Championship on the line, two of the league’s top teams meet once again in a winner-take-all showdown defined by playoff intensity, physical rugby, and championship aspirations. The atmosphere at Starfire Stadium will be unlike anything seen during the regular season as supporters from across the Pacific Northwest rally behind the Seawolves in pursuit of a third MLR Shield.
From the opening kickoff to the final whistle, every moment matters. Join us for an unforgettable night of playoff rugby as the Hunt for a Third Shield continues in Seattle.
Seattle Kokon Taiko will be performing at the halftime show!

Japan Fair 2026
2026-06-28 15:45 - 16:15 | Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE 6th Street, Bellevue, WA, 98004, United States
Japan Fair is a free, two-day festival in Bellevue, WA across the lake from Seattle, that celebrates Japanese art and culture. Formerly known as “Aki Matsuri”, Japan Fair is a communal endeavor of musicians, artisans, community organizations, and businesses from both Japan and the U.S. who come together to share their products, talents, and knowledge of Japan. Through live performances on stage, hands on exhibits, cultural workshops, and vendor booths, the public is immersed in the music, dance, artisanry, and philosophy of Japan.

Natsu Matsuri @ Uwajimaya Seattle
2026-07-18 15:00 - 15:30 | Uwajimaya Seattle, 600 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98104
Join Us for a FREE, Family-Friendly Festival!
Enjoy two days of delicious street foods*, fun children’s games, and live entertainment, including taiko drumming and lion dance. The festival will be held on 6th & Weller Street, on the northside of Seattle Uwajimaya. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Private Corporate Employee Picnic
2026-07-30 11:30 - 12:00

From Hiroshima to Hope
2026-08-06 19:00 - 19:15 | Green Lake Park, 7312 West Green Lake Drive North, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Honoring Victims, Promoting Peace
The mission of From Hiroshima to Hope is to commemorate the victims of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and all victims of war and violence. We educate for peace, non-violent conflict resolution and nuclear disarmament through a public outdoor event on August 6th featuring music, speakers, and a lantern-floating ceremony.
Every year since 1984, we have held an annual event in Seattle, with the hope that we can resolve international conflicts without violence and learn the habit of living in peace with all our neighbors on this earth.

Taiko in the Park
2026-08-08 11:00 - 11:30 | Lynndale Park Amphitheater, 18927 72nd Ave W, Lynnwood, WA, 98036, United States
Sno-Isle Library System, is hosting a series of community celebrations!
Come join us for taiko in the middle of a beautiful natural amphitheater as part of the Lynnwood Library, part of the Our World music series hosted by the Lynnwood Library.
Thank you to our community partner, Lynnwood Parks, Recreation, and Arts Department.

Free Friday @ the Seattle Asian Art Museum
2026-08-14 19:00 - 19:30 | Seattle Asian Art Museum, 1400 E Prospect Street, Seattle, WA, 98112, United States
Free with RSVP
Friday Night Fun opens the doors to the museum for an evening of fun and learning after our usual daytime hours. Everyone is invited to enjoy talks, gallery tours, performances, relaxing music, and delicious cocktails and snacks. This is a chance to visit the galleries for free and gain new perspectives through the eyes of guest curators, community members, and performing artists responding to artworks.
This edition of Friday Night Fun is all about the exhibition, The Kondo Family: Storytellers in Clay. This exhibition traces a century of practice within one of Japan’s most influential artistic families. Works featured touch on themes including environmentalism, grief, and change over the course of three generations.
This is an all-ages event with a cash bar and food for purchase. Alcohol is available for purchase for guests 21+ with a valid ID.

2026 CIDBIA Mid Autumn Night Market
2026-09-26 17:15 - 17:45 | Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98104, United States
CID Night Market is an annual street festival in Seattle’s Historic Chinatown-International District. This free, all-ages street festival celebrates the Chinatown-International District neighborhood through street vendors, food trucks, and cultural performances.
Since 2006, the CID Night Market has provided locals and visitors a unique open-air market experience – at night. Visitors can expect to find dozens of local street vendors offering food, arts and crafts, and more. Cultural performances including a lion dance, taiko, and martial arts demonstrations will take place under the red arch in Hing Hay Park as the sun sets.
Join us in celebrating the Chinatown-International District neighborhood!

2026 Branch Out at the Pacific Bonsai Museum
2026-09-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Pacific Bonsai Museum, 2515 South 336th Street, Federal Way, WA, 98003, United States
Pacific Bonsai Museum’s Board of Directors invites you to a fun and festive afternoon in support of Pacific Bonsai Museum in an unparalleled location—the former headquarters of the Weyerhaeuser Corporation in Federal Way. Enjoy stunning bonsai, hear live entertainment, cheers to new friends with delicious bites & libations, and participate in a stirring paddle raise, all in celebration of Pacific Bonsai Museum.

Registration Info To Come
