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Date: Friday, 14 June, 2024       Time: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Chicago, IL 60602
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The Japan Festival Chicago is an annual event held in Chicago, Illinois, that celebrates Japanese culture, cuisine, and art. It offers a day of immersive experiences where attendees can enjoy traditional and contemporary performances such as taiko drumming, dance forms like kabuki, martial arts demonstrations, and live music concerts featuring Japanese instruments. The festival also showcases a diverse range of Japanese artwork, including paintings, calligraphy, ceramics, and origami. Visitors can participate in workshops and demonstrations to learn traditional crafts like origami folding and calligraphy writing. Additionally, the festival features a variety of authentic Japanese cuisine, from sushi and ramen to street foods like yakitori and takoyaki. There are cultural exhibitions and displays providing insights into Japan's history, traditions, and contemporary society, allowing attendees to deepen their understanding of Japanese culture. The festival also includes marketplaces where visitors can purchase traditional crafts and souvenirs.

The Japan Festival Chicago is a vibrant and educational event that aims to promote and celebrate Japanese culture in Chicago. It offers a wide range of activities and attractions that cater to people of all ages, providing a comprehensive experience of Japanese traditions, arts, and cuisine. By showcasing performances, artwork, workshops, and culinary delights, the festival creates a bridge between cultures, fostering appreciation and understanding of Japan's rich cultural heritage.

Festival Date
June 16, 2024, Saturday

Festival Time
11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location
Chicago Cultural Center

Preseton Bradley Hall: Exhibits
Claudia Cassidy Theater: Performance

Costs
Free Admission

Alumni of Japan's Takarazuka Revue
Japanese all-female muscical theatre troupe.

Special Guests
Team Kawachiondo from LA - Japanese folk dance


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