# Event Details - **Event Name**: Japanfest: Sakura Matsuri Japanese Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 pm - **Event Description**: GW Japanfest: A one-night Sakura Matsuri with performances, kimono try-ons, calligraphy, Japanese vendors, and festival food & matcha!About this EventJapanfest is the GW Japanese Cultural Association’s largest annual celebration of Japanese culture, community, and creativity. Now in its 9th year, this year’s theme — 「桜祭り」 (Sakura Matsuri) — transforms the Student Center into a cherry blossom festival inspired by Japan’s spring celebrations of renewal and connection.?Guests can experience live koto music with the GW Koto Society, taiko drumming with Okinawa Kai, cultural activities like calligraphy, a kendama booth hosted by Speak Japanese in Arlington, and opportunities to learn and play Go with the National Go Club. Visitors can also try on a kimono with Tokiya, a kimono and Japanese arts business from Gifu Prefecture, and explore local Japanese DMV artists, craftspeople, and a thrift pop-up.? Enjoy festival foods like takoyaki, kakigori (Japanese shaved ice), make-your-own onigiri (rice balls), and matcha and hojicha lattes. Bento meals will be catered by Harmonious Kitchen, which also prepares custom bentos for Yoshinobu Yamamoto.? Ticket OptionsMatsuri Grand Bento — $20: A full bento meal with your choice of tea or waterMatsuri Festival Plate — $15: Includes 5 pieces of takoyaki and 2 onigiri with tea or waterYatai Snack Pass — $10: Includes entry and your choice of 5 pieces of takoyaki or 2 onigiriGeneral Admission — $5: Includes entry to the festival, performances, cultural activities, and vendor area.Ticket costs help cover catering and fairly compensate performers and cultural service providers, including kimono dressing and other experiences. Follow on Instagram for updates. Join us for a night of culture, food, and community!Agenda?: 06:00 PMDoors openInfo: Festival booths, food, and activities open for exploration all night!?: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PMPerformances - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/japanfest-sakura-matsuri-japanese-festival/100001984658366600 - **Event Categories**: Festivals, Art, fine-arts, Entertainment, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 7.18, max: 23.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: University Student Center - **lat**: 38.8999239 - **long**: -77.0471129 - **full address**: University Student Center, 800 21st Street Northwest, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Japanfest: Sakura Matsuri Japanese Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/af81c477940de0e2e55a94153d4b0a949f90407b17a225e4935f1ef7bad9bca3-rimg-w1080-h1350-dcd8d3c4-gmir.jpg?v=1773274948 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Japanfest: Sakura Matsuri Japanese Festival being held? - **A:** Japanfest: Sakura Matsuri Japanese Festival takes place on Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 pm at University Student Center, 800 21st Street Northwest, Washington, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Japanfest: Sakura Matsuri Japanese Festival? - **A:** Ticket prices for Japanfest: Sakura Matsuri Japanese Festival range from USD 7 to USD 23 depending on the ticket type. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityMatsuri Grand BentoUSD 23 + USD 3 feeAvailableMatsuri Festival PlateUSD 18 + USD 3 feeAvailableYatai Snack PassUSD 13 + USD 3 feeAvailableGeneral AdmissionUSD 7 + USD 2 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Japanfest: Sakura Matsuri Japanese Festival? - **A:** Japanfest: Sakura Matsuri Japanese Festival is organized by Japanese Cultural Association. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Japanfest: Sakura Matsuri Japanese Festival is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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