Kodomo No Hi Japan Festival

‘Kodomo no Hi Japan Festival’ is a multi-award-winning event (2018 City of West Torrens Community Event of the Year) and the largest Japanese festival in Adelaide. It has been held annually since 1995 and we invite all to come mark its 24th year. The festival is a celebration of the cultural and social links between the people of Japan and Australia. It is a great day for people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy a variety of Japanese foods, performances, martial arts, crafts, music and much more!

Translated, ‘Kodomo no Hi’ means ‘Children’s Day’ in Japanese. This is one of Japan’s most significant national holidays that takes place on May 5. It is a day set aside to acknowledge the inherent qualities in every child and celebrate their happiness. We hope you come celebrate with us!

Featuring:

Japanese food and drinks
Performances
Music
Martial Arts
Maid Café
Games
Ikebana
Origami
Calligraphy
Kimono Wearing
Mochitsuki Demonstration
Tea Ceremony
Train Simulation
Handmade Goods plus more!

Prizes:
Join in on the raffle! As part of our partnership with Japan Airlines the festival will be holding a raffle this year and the first prize winner will be awarded a free trip to Japan! We will also be offering second and third winner prizes from our generous sponsors, Madman Entertainment, Akimitsu, Greenlight Comics etc. Don’t miss out!

Access:
Free parking available on the oval – enter from Ashwin Parade.
Disabled parking available – enter from South Road.
Public transport from Adelaide CBD:
Bus B10 bound for West Lakes – alight at Stop 6 on South Road.
Bus 286/287/288 bound for Henley Beach – alight at Stop 5B on West Thebarton Road.

For more information jafa.asn.au/knh or kodomonohi@jafa.asn.au.

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