San Jose Japantown Festival - Nikkei Matsuri

Immerse yourself in Japanese-American culture at San Jose's vibrant Nikkei Matsuri festival! This annual celebration transforms Japantown into a lively cultural hub with something for everyone. 🎎 Festival Highlights 🎶 Live Performances Thunderous taiko drumming shows Traditional Japanese dance & music Martial arts demonstrations (kendo, judo, karate) 👘 Cultural Experiences Kimono fashion shows & try-on sessions Calligraphy, origami and ikebana workshops Anime/pop culture zone 🍡 Food Alley Must-Tries Fresh sushi & takoyaki Teriyaki chicken skewers Shaved ice (kakigōri) in rainbow colors 🛍️ My Festival Finds After careful deliberation (and much self-control!), I brought home: 🗻 A delicate Mt. Fuji ring 💖 A pink pearl necklace 🔔 A woven lily-of-the-valley bracelet 🍳 Handmade pot holders by sweet obaa-san (grandma) 💔 Wishlist Items (Next time!) Origami crane jewelry Plum blossom branch earrings Spinning wooden kokeshi pig figurine 🐕 Festival Vibe Loved seeing so many adorable dogs enjoying the festivities with their owners! The joyful atmosphere makes this one of SJ's best weekend outings. #SanJoseJapantown #NikkeiMatsuri #JapaneseFestival #BayAreaWeekend #CulturalCelebration