Oregonian

This ancient Japanese dance festival is happening this weekend in Portland

Portland Japanese Garden will bring a centuries-old Japanese tradition to life this weekend with its annual Bon-Odori Summer Festival on Saturday, Aug. 23. A highlight of summer festivals in Japan, ...
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Tanabata festival ‘helps wishes come true’ at the Japanese Garden

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A centuries-old festival carrying the opportunity to wish on the stars was celebrated by many at the Portland Japanese Garden on Sunday. Tanabata, also known as the Star ...
CNN

Last year for Tohoku Rokkon – six Japanese festivals all in one

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8 must-attend matsuri in Japan, traditional festivals celebrating Japanese culture

Throughout the year, Japan comes alive with matsuri, festivals that celebrate local culture and traditions throughout the ...
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U.S. Soldiers at Shariki bond with Japanese neighbors at traditional festival

TSUGARU, Japan – An annual festival held here that marks the end of the summer season in Japan included participation from U.S. Soldiers stationed at a nearby installation who took part in the ...