Kansas City Japan Festival

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12345 College Blvd
Overland Park, KS 66210

The Kansas City Japan Festival in Overland Park, KS is an annual event that celebrates Japanese culture through a variety of traditional and contemporary activities. From mesmerizing Kabuki performances and traditional Japanese musical presentations to workshops, exhibits, and martial arts demonstrations, visitors can immerse themselves in the rich heritage of Japan. The festival also offers a bazaar shopping extravaganza, where attendees can find unique Japanese craft items, kimono, dolls, tea, and sake sets, and indulge in delicious traditional Japanese food, snacks, and sweets.

With a focus on cultural education and entertainment, the festival provides a platform for visitors to engage with Japanese traditions, such as haiku contests, candy artistry, and the exploration of exhibits featuring samurai armor, kimonos, Japanese dolls, ikebana, and bonsai. Additionally, the event caters to anime and manga enthusiasts with vendors, a cosplay contest, and the opportunity to discover the vibrant world of Japanese pop culture. Whether it's through interactive workshops, cultural presentations, or volunteering, the Kansas City Japan Festival offers a captivating experience for all ages.

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Chih-yun T.
10/8/2022

I went there as a volunteer for a candy artist workshop in the morning and the kimono demonstration/presentation on the Japanese war bride workshop in the afternoon. The festival was amazingly...

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Kathleen R.
11/2/2023

Great festival in Kansas! Love that we have one here and only wish it was longer! It is 1 day only so don't miss it! They have delicious Japanese foods and desserts, entertainment, demos, crafts,...

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Susanne K.
10/8/2022

Since moving to the middle of the country from a state where Asians make up about 30% of the population and no one race has a clear majority, I have been experiencing quite a bit of culture shock....

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Christine G.
10/8/2022

This was such a fun festival! For this year, it was located at the Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College. The venue was well-suited for this event. In addition, it was organized...

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Lisa R.
10/14/2014

The Kansas City Japan Festival is one of the most organized events I have ever attended. I was so excited to find out about this festival that I had it on my calendar long before I moved to...

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