Past Events

Japan Fair is a free, two-day festival in Bellevue, WA, 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.   Our…

From Hiroshima to Hope has been created by local peace, faith and community organizations every year since 1984, The Seattle event is the oldest and largest anywhere outside Japan. More than a thousand attendees participated again last year. The 2017 From Hiroshima to Hope Planning Committee welcomes all those who wish to come and experience the feeling of community, the music and the sight of a thousand lanterns drifting on the lake. It offers the hope that we can resolve international conflicts without violence, and learn the habit…

Date: September 14, 2019 Festival Time: 11:00am - 8:00pm SKT Performance Times: 12:00pm & 2:30pm Location: Mukai Farm & Garden, 18017 107th Avenue SW, Vashon, WA 98070 Join Mukai Farm & Garden for our 2nd annual Vashon Japan Festival! Celebrate the newly replanted gardens of Mukai Farm & Garden. Learn what’s happening at the historic fruit processing plant and how you can be a part of this vibrant community venue. The Vashon Japan Festival is a traditional Japanese style street…

 Photo by Eric Guevremont Join us for Momijigari (紅葉狩り) – the beloved tradition of appreciating nature’s art. Each day brings out more colors to the Seattle Japanese Garden during this time of year creating a breathtaking view. We have Self-guided Maple Tour Brochures, Maple Scavenger Hunt & Maple Leaf Origami available (11am-1pm) everyday with other special cultural experiences waiting for you on weekends during the festival. 11 am - 1 pm - Maple Scavenger Hunt & Maple Origami Photo by…