Kawaii Japan Market returns to Vancouver's Robson Square this weekend
Vancouver’s favourite Japanese market is back again for a huge celebration, and it’s gearing up to be an exciting weekend of activities.
The Kawaii Japan Market takes place from Friday, March 1 to Sunday, March 3 at Robson Square in Downtown Vancouver.
This iteration of the festival will highlight “kawaii” pop culture, with food vendors, live entertainment, photo ops and more.
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The Kawaii Japan Market ā “kawaii” means “cute” in Japanese culture ā will host over 60 vendors with art, merchandise, food, and more.
Other activities on the entertainment schedule include performances by Boyish7 and Cloudtown, a Starlit Idols show, a presentation by UBC Anime Club, and a cosplay contest.
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The Japan Market as a whole aims to highlight Japanese culture in Vancouver and gives those with a Japanese background a venue in which to sell their wares.
The event will take place at UBC Robson Square from 4 to 9 pm on Friday, and from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
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Kawaii Japan Market
When: March 1 to 3, 2024
Time: 4 to 9 pm (Friday), 10 am to 5 pm (Saturday and Sunday)
Where: UBC Robson Square (Classroom Level) — 800 Robson Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices starting from $4 to $5; early bird tickets are also available, purchase online
With files from Daryn Wright