January 4th, 2016
Sunday, January 10th, 2016 at the Ichimura-Miami Japanese Garden 10am to 5pm
- First Authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony performed in Miami-Dade in more than 20 Years
- Speech by the Consul General of Japan
- Learn Ikebana, the Japanese Art of Flower arrangement from Grand Master Mieko Kubota.
- Martial Arts demonstrations
- Cosplay fashion show and costume contest.
- Japanese Music by Yoshiko Taiko Dojo Drummers.
- Children’s Corner featuring authentic Japanese games, origami, calligraphy, and more.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE. Tickets will be going on sale for the Tea Ceremony. Entrance to the Garden is Free
- 10:00am Doors open! Children’s Corner open all day.
- 10:30am Taiko Drumming featuring Yoshiko Taiko Dojo
- 10:45am KIDZ City Martial Arts Sensei Maria Medina and Sensei Ariel Torres
- 11:15am Tokubukan Kendo, Sensei Moe Becerra
- 11:45am Taiko Drumming featuring Yoshiko Taiko Dojo
- 12:00pm Japanese Tea Ceremony: Demonstration Directed by Souyo Ito
- 12:30pm Consul General Of Japan, Mr. Ken Okiniwa
- 12:45pm Ikebana demonstration by Ms. Mieko Kubota, Master
- 1:15pm Taiko Drumming featuring Yoshiko Taiko Dojo
- 1:30pm Goju Ryu Miami Kenseikan, Robert Young Sensei
- 2:00pm Japanese Tea Ceremony: Demonstration Directed by Souyo Ito
- 2:30pm Bas I Karate, Hanshi Newton James
- 3:00pm Cosplay Talent Show, Florida Cosplay
- 4:00pm Cosplay Costume Contest, Florida Cosplay
- 5:00pm Taiko Drumming featuring Yoshiko Taiko Dojo
This event is made possible with the support of Richo, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, Armstrong Ford, Bird Road Subaru, City of Miami Parks, Jungle Island and Lan Pan Asian Cuisine.
November 4th, 2015
3-5-7 Ceremony, Ikebana demonstration, Martial Arts, Music, Anime Costume Contest & Much More. All Free!
Miekjo Kubota
Sunday, November 8th, 2015 at the Ichimura-Miami Japanese Garden
- 3-5-7 Ceremony for children
- Learn Ikebana, the Japanese Art of Flower arrangement from Grand Master Mieko Kubota.
- Japanese Cooking Demonstration by Mr. Katsuaki Kamei
- Japanese Saori Weaving demonstration by Ms. Kimie Sasaki Dillion
- Martial Arts demonstrations
- Cosplay fashion show and costume contest.
- Japanese Music by Yoshiko Taiko Dojo Drummers.
- Japanese Paper Theater
- Children’s Corner featuring authentic Japanese games, origami, calligraphy, and more.
This event is made possible with the support of Richo, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, Armstrong Ford, Bird Road Subaru, City of Miami Parks, Jungle Island and Lan Pan Asian Cuisine.
February 1st, 2015
Martial Arts, Magic, Music & More. All Free!
Sunday, March 22, 2015 at the Ichimura-Miami Japanese Garden
FREE FESTIVAL, fun for the entire family! Martial Arts demonstrations. Be amazed by Master Magician!. See an Ikebana demonstration and listen to the exciting Taiko Drummers. All Free!
Please contact Rick DelVecchio for booth and sponsorship information 305-992-0703
This event is made possible with the support of Ricoh, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, Armstrong Ford, City of Miami Parks, Jungle Island and Lan Pan Asian Cuisine.
October 25th, 2014
3-5-7 Ceremony, Ikebana demonstration, Martial Arts, Music, Paper Theater, Anime Costume Contest & More. All Free!
Miekjo Kubota
Sunday, November 9th, 2014 at the Ichimura-Miami Japanese Garden
- 3-5-7 Ceremony for children
- Learn Ikebana, the Japanese Art of Flower arrangement from Grand Master Mieko Kubota.
- Martial Arts demonstrations
- Cosplay fashion show and costume contest.
- Japanese Music by Yoshiko Taiko Dojo Drummers.
- A special Ikebana demonstration and hands-on-workshop for kids
- Japanese Paper Theater
- Children’s Corner featuring authentic Japanese games, origami, calligraphy, and more.
This event is made possible with the support of Richo, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, Armstrong Ford, Bird Road Subaru, City of Miami Parks, Jungle Island and Lan Pan Asian Cuisine.
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