2024 Japan Festival
The 2024 Annual Japan Festival is on again this year. It is a wonderful opportunity for St Paul's students and families to get a taste of Japan right here in Melbourne.
Rgards, Sensei
When: Sunday 19th May, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Box Hill Town Hall and forecourt
Cost: 12 and older $5 per ticket, concession avail.
This is the biggest Japan festival in Victoria and has much to offer in terms of Japanese food and culture.
Performances: Wadaiko (Japanese drumming), Japanese Dance, Martial Arts, Japanese Musical Instruments, Karaoke Show and more
Exhibitions: Ikebana, Bonsai, Shinkansen Model Trains and more
Demonstrations: Tea Ceremony, Go (traditional Japanese board game), Shogi (kind of like a Japanese version of Chess), Origami, Traditional Japanese Toys and Games
Stalls About 100 Stalls are expected this year including:
Sushi, Okonomiyaki, Takoyaki, Yakitori, Japanese Sweets, Tea, Japanese Toys, Ceramics, Books, Craft, Kimono, Yoyo fishing