# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Japanese Film & Food Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: 🇯🇵 Japanese Food & Film Festival 🎬🍱

Join us for a day of culture, community, and delicious Japanese food!

📅 Saturday, May 9, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Vernon Japanese Cultural Centre
4895 Bella Vista Rd, Vernon, BC

🎬 Featured Short Film: ITADAKIMASU
🕚 Screenings at 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
A heartfelt short film exploring the meaning of food, gratitude, and connection in Japanese culture.

✨ Special Feature:
English subtitles were translated by students from the Vernon Japanese Heritage School, making this a truly local and meaningful project.

🍙 FREE Activities (All Ages Welcome!)
DIY Onigiri (Rice Ball) Making
Origami: Chopstick Holders
Chopstick Challenge
And more!

🥢 More to Enjoy
Oka Taiko Drumming Performance at 1:30 PM
Handcrafted Chopsticks for Sale (perfect Mother’s Day gift!)

🍱 Authentic Japanese Food Available
Onigiri
Sushi
Karaage
Savory buns
Matcha lattes
Cake rolls

🎟️ Admission
$10 / Adult
$5 / Child (ages 5–12)

Bring your friends and family and experience the warmth of Japanese culture right here in Vernon 💚
We can’t wait to welcome you!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vernon/japanese-film-and-food-festival/200029987425339
- **Event Categories**: Entertainment, Festivals, food-drinks, Contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Vernon
- **state**: BC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: 4895 Bella Vista Road, Vernon, BC, Canada
- **lat**: 50.26326
- **long**: -119.30352
- **full address**: 4895 Bella Vista Road, Vernon, BC, Canada

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Japanese Film & Food Festival being held?
  - **A:** Japanese Film & Food Festival takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 4895 Bella Vista Road, Vernon, BC, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Japanese Film & Food Festival?
  - **A:** Japanese Film & Food Festival is organized by Vernon Japanese Cultural Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Japanese Film & Food Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vernon, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Japanese Film & Food Festival sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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