A FREE Japanese festival is happening in Montreal this month

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture this August at the 16th annual Matsuri Japon Festival.

On August 12, join Montreal’s Japanese community in celebrating everything from traditional art, martial arts, cosplay, and so much more.

The free one-day festival is jam-packed with performances and activities that bring a bit of Japan right to Montreal.

#matsurijapon festival for all the #otakus. #drumsquad #montreal

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And there will be plenty of delicious Japanese cuisine to try for all you foodies out there!

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Matsuri Japon Festival

Where: Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal, 8155, rue Rousselot
When: August 12 from 11 am to 9:30 pm

See also

• A massive 10-day Italian festival is coming to Montreal this week
• This giant Indiana Jones-themed corn maze is now open near Montreal
• This Montreal bar is right out of Game of Thrones