2025: 54rd Akimatsuri Fall Festival Event (Japanese Food & Drinks, Taiko, Performers, Games..) East San Gabriel Japanese Community Center NEW

2025 Akimatsuri Fall Festival - West Covina, CA
Celebrate the changing seasons and Japanese American heritage at the East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center’s annual Akimatsuri Fall Festival! This family-friendly community event features delicious food, cultural performances, unique vendors, and fun games and activities for all ages.

Date & Time
Saturday, October 11, 2025
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Schedule & Highlights
• Food & Drinks
• Cultural Performances
• Unique Vendors
• Games & Kids Entertainment

Location
East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center, 1203 W Puente Ave, West Covina, CA 91790

What is Aki Matsuri
"Aki Matsuri" (秋祭り) is a Japanese term that translates to "Autumn Festival" in English. It refers to a traditional Japanese festival or celebration that takes place during the autumn season. These festivals are held in various regions across Japan and typically include a variety of cultural, religious, and entertainment events.

Autumn festivals like Aki Matsuri often feature activities such as traditional music and dance performances, food stalls with local delicacies, carnival games, parades, and often have a strong sense of community involvement. The festivals are a way to celebrate the harvest season, express gratitude for the year's blessings, and enjoy the beauty of autumn.

Different regions and communities may have their own unique traditions and rituals associated with their autumn festivals, but the overall concept revolves around coming together to enjoy the festive atmosphere and celebrate the changing of the seasons.

Festival Title
Annual Akimatsuri Fall Festival with Ondo (6:30 pm) (Japanese Dancing) Also (Live Taiko, Performances, Dancing, Japanese Foods, etc)

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