New York Exploration | 2025 Japan Parade ๐
Last Saturday, I made a special trip to Manhattan to witness the annual Japan Parade, and it was absolutely incredible and full of atmosphere! I recorded the most thrilling part of the parade, truly immersing myself in this vibrant and culturally rich street carnival. ๐ This Japan Parade is held to celebrate the friendly relations between Japan and New York, taking place every spring on Central Park West, where the entire street is ignited with Japanese cultural elements. This year's parade was exceptionally long and incredibly diverse: ๐ฅ Taiko Drummers: The drumming was earth-shaking, with a rhythm that was off the charts! The atmosphere was instantly electrified! ๐ฅ ๐ Kimono Games Performance: Kids and young people in various kimonos danced and interacted, full of love and joy! ๐ธ ๐ก๏ธ Japanese Kendo Demonstration: The swordsmanship was sharp and precise, with the audience screaming in excitement! ๐ก๏ธ ๐ธ Geisha Procession: The geisha walked gracefully, with exquisite makeup, as if they had traveled through time. ๐ธ rides Anime-Themed Floats: Of course, anime-themed floats were present, and I was super excited to see the "Attack on Titan" float and a Gundam model. ๐ This is the charm of New Yorkโencountering the world on the streets. ๐๏ธ Event Date: Every May ๐ Location: Central Park West, NYC ๐ If you love Japanese culture, anime, or want to capture some amazing street fashion, remember to save this and come next year! ๐ธ #JapanParade #NYCParade #JapaneseFestival ๐ธ