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Sunday, February 23
 

9:30am MST

Mikoshi Procession
Sunday February 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Parade from Entry Garden (south) to Amphitheater. Join in!
Sunday February 23, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Arizona Matsuri

10:00am MST

Japanese Folk Dance Performance
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Performers
avatar for Arizona Ondo Kai

Arizona Ondo Kai

Japanese Folk Dance, Cultural Arts
Arizona Ondo Kai is a Japanese folk dancing group from the Arizona Buddhist Temple.  Through dance we express joy and gratitude.
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Cultural Arts, Dance (Traditional)

10:00am MST

Sunny Seki Storytelling "Heiwa/Peace"
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am MST
Cultural Arts Stage
"Heiwa/Peace"

Performers
avatar for Sunny Seki

Sunny Seki

Author & Illustrator, Cultural Arts
We will present the meaning of “Heiwa” in various ways and conclude with an international flag ceremony.
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am MST
Cultural Arts Stage
  Cultural Arts, Storytelling

10:00am MST

Arizona Bujinkan Ninpo & Budo Kai
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Arizona Bujinkan Ninpo & Budo Kai

Arizona Bujinkan Ninpo & Budo Kai

Martial Arts
Using the training methods of Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi, the Arizona Bujinkan Ninpō & Budō Kai has been training and teaching in Tempe, Arizona for over twenty years. Beginning classes emphasize taijutsu or unarmed fighting. Advanced classes may be offered in traditional Japanese battle... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

10:30am MST

Zeni-Daiko Stick Drumming from Shimane Prefecture
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:30am - 10:50am MST
Cultural Arts Stage
Zeni-Daiko stick drumming from Shimane Prefecture.
Performers
Z

Zenny's

Zeni-Daiko Music, Cultural Arts
Zeni-Daiko, or hand stick drum, a Shimane prefecture's performing arts. 
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:30am - 10:50am MST
Cultural Arts Stage
  Cultural Arts, Music (Traditional)

10:30am MST

Amezaiku Candy Craft Sculpting by Shan Ichiyanagi
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:00am MST
Candyman Stage
Performers
avatar for Shan The Candyman Ichiyanagai

Shan The Candyman Ichiyanagai

Candy Sculpting
Candy Sculpting is an ancient Oriental folk art that originated in China and has been known in Japan for over 1000 years. A dying art, only a few performers exist in the world today.Utilizing old Japanese scissors, this World Renow artist can magically transform a block of molten... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:30am - 11:00am MST
Candyman Stage
  Candy Sculpting

10:35am MST

Shinto Muso Ryu Jodo and Sword
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:35am - 11:05am MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
SM

Shinto Muso-ryu Jodo and Sword

Martial Arts
Shinto Muso-ryu Jodo is a 400 year old civilian/police martial art and is said to be the oldest style for using a stick (jo) in combat in Japan.  Founded in the early 17th century by Muso Gonnosuke Katsuyoshi, the jo is a staff-like weapon which is thinner and shorter than a bo which... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:35am - 11:05am MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

10:45am MST

Kodomo and Yochibu Taiko Performance
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:45am - 11:00am MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Performers
avatar for Kodomo and Yochibu Taiko

Kodomo and Yochibu Taiko

Taiko
Kodomo and Yochibu Taiko consists of the youngest Taiko players in Arizona, they are excited to share their love to Taiko with the Matsuri communityAn intermediate children's class of Fushicho Daiko Dojo, they are thrilled to perform for the amazing Matsuri audiences.
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:45am - 11:00am MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Taiko

10:55am MST

Kishin Daiko Taiko Performance
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:55am - 11:30am MST
Cultural Arts Stage
Kishin Daiko, West Covina California
Performers
avatar for Kishin Daiko

Kishin Daiko

Taiko
Kishin Daiko was founded in 1981 at the East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center (ESGVJCC). For over 40 years, Kishin Daiko has worked to live up to its name which translates to energy, spirit, and heart, by entertaining and educating audiences through its performances, classes... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 10:55am - 11:30am MST
Cultural Arts Stage
  Taiko

11:00am MST

Kemushi Taiko Performance
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Performers
avatar for Kemushi Taiko

Kemushi Taiko

Taiko
Kemushi Taiko's teenager energy brings skill and enthusiasm to their dynamic performances.
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Taiko

11:10am MST

Arizona Kyudo Kai
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:10am - 11:40am MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
University of Arizona Kyudo Club
Performers
avatar for Arizona Kyudo Kai

Arizona Kyudo Kai

Martial Arts
A group dedicated to the art of Kyudo, the Japanese art of archery.
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:10am - 11:40am MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

11:30am MST

J-rock, Anime, Video Game Music
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage


Performers
avatar for Mugen 無限

Mugen 無限

Modern Japanese Music, Cultural Arts
It's a new year to ROCK! Mugen is back with a new setlist and two new band members of your favorite Jrock, anime, and video game music! Come dance and JAM with us!
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
  Cultural Arts, Dance (Modern)

11:30am MST

I-10 Project Taiko Performance
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Performers
avatar for Fushicho Daiko

Fushicho Daiko

Taiko
Fushicho Daiko performs traditional and original Japanese Drumming songs with power, skill and joy. Sharing this ancient and exciting art form through performances, education and outreach throughout Phoenix for over 30 years
avatar for Odaiko Sonora

Odaiko Sonora

Taiko
Odaiko Sonora is Tucson's taiko, or Japanese ensemble drumming group. Serving southern AZ since May 2002, Odaiko Sonora is dedicated to increasing familiarity with and understanding of taiko in our community. We do this for over 100,000 people each year through classes and master... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Taiko

11:40am MST

Shinkendo Nansei Dojo
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:40am - 12:10pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Shinkendo Nansei Dojo

Shinkendo Nansei Dojo

Martial Arts
Demonstrating Shinkendo (authentic Japanese swordsmanship) & Aikibujutsu (empty handed attacking/blocking).
Sunday February 23, 2025 11:40am - 12:10pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

12:15pm MST

Arizona Japan Karate Association
Sunday February 23, 2025 12:15pm - 12:45pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Arizona Japan Karate Association
Sunday February 23, 2025 12:15pm - 12:45pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

12:15pm MST

Fushicho Daiko Taiko Performance
Sunday February 23, 2025 12:15pm - 1:00pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Performers
avatar for Fushicho Daiko

Fushicho Daiko

Taiko
Fushicho Daiko performs traditional and original Japanese Drumming songs with power, skill and joy. Sharing this ancient and exciting art form through performances, education and outreach throughout Phoenix for over 30 years
Sunday February 23, 2025 12:15pm - 1:00pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Taiko

12:20pm MST

Rakugo Storytelling
Sunday February 23, 2025 12:20pm - 1:00pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
English Rakugo, traditional storytelling
Performers
avatar for English Rakugo Association

English Rakugo Association

Traditional Japanese Storytelling, Cultural Arts
We perform rakugo, Japanese traditional storytelling, in English. We also deliver a bamboo mat show called Tama-sudare in English.  
Sunday February 23, 2025 12:20pm - 1:00pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
  Cultural Arts, Storytelling

12:50pm MST

Shin Shin Ryu Iaijustu: Ryushinkan Dojo
Sunday February 23, 2025 12:50pm - 1:20pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Shin Shin Ryu Iaijutsu

Shin Shin Ryu Iaijutsu

Martial Arts
Shin Shin Ryu Iaijustu is a 450 year old sword art that teaches the use of the katana, wakizashi, and tanto.
Sunday February 23, 2025 12:50pm - 1:20pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

1:00pm MST

Soku-Shin Shakuhachi
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST
Candyman Stage
Performers
avatar for Soku-Shin

Soku-Shin

Shakuhachi, Cultural Arts
Traditional classic and new music played on Shakuhachi flute.
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm MST
Candyman Stage
  Cultural Arts, Music (Traditional)

1:05pm MST

Kohei Sings: Sing-along Dance Party
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:05pm - 1:45pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Kohei Hattori

Kohei Hattori

Singer, Cultural Arts
Kohei is a IFA United Nations international ambassador singer (Commanded by United Nations) who performs at Anime conventions, Japanese festivals, and Asian festivals in the US.He recorded the song for Aniplex Japan in 2021 May and now it’s on an Anime called “Tokyo 24th Ward... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:05pm - 1:45pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
  Cultural Arts, Music (Modern)

1:15pm MST

All Arizona Taiko Team, 40+ Drummers
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Featuring 40+ Taiko performers across multiple Arizona dojos!
Performers
avatar for Fushicho Daiko

Fushicho Daiko

Taiko
Fushicho Daiko performs traditional and original Japanese Drumming songs with power, skill and joy. Sharing this ancient and exciting art form through performances, education and outreach throughout Phoenix for over 30 years
avatar for Phoenix Taiko Kai

Phoenix Taiko Kai

Taiko
Phoenix Taiko Kai shares unique and authentic Taiko songs from throughout Japan.
avatar for Odaiko Sonora

Odaiko Sonora

Taiko
Odaiko Sonora is Tucson's taiko, or Japanese ensemble drumming group. Serving southern AZ since May 2002, Odaiko Sonora is dedicated to increasing familiarity with and understanding of taiko in our community. We do this for over 100,000 people each year through classes and master... Read More →
avatar for Aozora Taiko

Aozora Taiko

Taiko
Aozora Taiko brings the joy and energy of Taiko drumming to the Arizona Community.
avatar for Gamba Taiko

Gamba Taiko

Taiko
Gamba Taiko brings their enthusiasm and joy of playing Taiko to the Matsuri community.
avatar for Kemushi Taiko

Kemushi Taiko

Taiko
Kemushi Taiko's teenager energy brings skill and enthusiasm to their dynamic performances.
avatar for Kodomo and Yochibu Taiko

Kodomo and Yochibu Taiko

Taiko
Kodomo and Yochibu Taiko consists of the youngest Taiko players in Arizona, they are excited to share their love to Taiko with the Matsuri communityAn intermediate children's class of Fushicho Daiko Dojo, they are thrilled to perform for the amazing Matsuri audiences.
avatar for Saboten Taiko

Saboten Taiko

Taiko
Saboten Taiko's energy and enthusiasm has been entertaining Matsuri audiences since 2005.
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Taiko

1:30pm MST

Amezaiku Candy Craft Sculpting by Shan Ichiyanagi
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:30pm - 2:00pm MST
Candyman Stage
Performers
avatar for Shan The Candyman Ichiyanagai

Shan The Candyman Ichiyanagai

Candy Sculpting
Candy Sculpting is an ancient Oriental folk art that originated in China and has been known in Japan for over 1000 years. A dying art, only a few performers exist in the world today.Utilizing old Japanese scissors, this World Renow artist can magically transform a block of molten... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:30pm - 2:00pm MST
Candyman Stage
  Candy Sculpting

1:30pm MST

Shogun Judo
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:30pm - 2:00pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Shogun Judo

Shogun Judo

Martial Arts
We are a local judo club dedicated to promoting, Judo, physical fitness, discipline, and Japanese martial arts in our community. Our dojo members, ranging from beginners to advanced practitioners, will showcase the techniques, discipline, and spirit of judo in front of festival a... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:30pm - 2:00pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

1:50pm MST

Suzuyuki-Kai Traditional Dance
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:50pm - 2:30pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Mari Kaneta Suzuyuki-Kai

Mari Kaneta Suzuyuki-Kai

Traditional Japanese Dance, Cultural Arts
Sunday February 23, 2025 1:50pm - 2:30pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
  Cultural Arts, Dance (Traditional)

2:00pm MST

Audience Hands-on Drumming
Sunday February 23, 2025 2:00pm - 2:10pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Sunday February 23, 2025 2:00pm - 2:10pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Taiko

2:00pm MST

Arizona Aikido
Sunday February 23, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Arizona Aikido

Arizona Aikido

Martial Arts
Founded by Morihei Ueshiba, who trained under many classical teachers, aikidō is unusual as a Martial Art where both the well being of the initiator and the responder are of equal importance to the technique. Established in the early 70s by Jon Mamoru Takagi, a student of Yukiso... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

2:10pm MST

Ken Koshio, Koshio-Ryu Taiko-Do and Hiroshima Taiko Hozonkai International
Sunday February 23, 2025 2:10pm - 3:10pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Performers
avatar for Hiroshima Taiko Hozonkai International

Hiroshima Taiko Hozonkai International

Taiko
The Hiroshima Taiko Preservation Society International brings together passionate individuals to perform traditional Taiko tunes that trace their origins to Hiroshima, Japan. These rhythms, steeped in history, are said to date back over 1,000 years, preserving a powerful cultural... Read More →
avatar for Koshio Gumi

Koshio Gumi

Taiko
Koshio Gumi is a community group based in Phoenix Arizona lead by Ken Koshio under the teaching of Koshio-Ryu Taiko-Do. Koshio Gumi has people of all ages and from various backgrounds. 
avatar for Ken Koshio

Ken Koshio

Taiko
Ken Koshio, based in Phoenix, creates fusion music in collaboration with various artists, incorporating his Japanese Taiko drumming and other traditional Japanese instruments.
Sunday February 23, 2025 2:10pm - 3:10pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Taiko

2:35pm MST

Araki-Ryu Iaido and Kenbu
Sunday February 23, 2025 2:35pm - 3:05pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Kenshin Dojo

Kenshin Dojo

Martial Arts
Sunday February 23, 2025 2:35pm - 3:05pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

3:00pm MST

Sogetsu Ikebana Demonstration
Sunday February 23, 2025 3:00pm - 3:30pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Ping Wei

Ping Wei

Ikebana Flower Arrangement, Cultural Arts
Live ikebana demonstration.
Sunday February 23, 2025 3:00pm - 3:30pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
  Cultural Arts, Flower Arranging

3:10pm MST

Cosplay Contest with Uncle Yuhki
Sunday February 23, 2025 3:10pm - 3:50pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Sponsored by Collector's Marketplace.
Performers
avatar for Kohei Hattori

Kohei Hattori

Singer, Cultural Arts
Kohei is a IFA United Nations international ambassador singer (Commanded by United Nations) who performs at Anime conventions, Japanese festivals, and Asian festivals in the US.He recorded the song for Aniplex Japan in 2021 May and now it’s on an Anime called “Tokyo 24th Ward... Read More →
avatar for Uncle Yuhki

Uncle Yuhki

Contest Host, Cosplay
Sunday February 23, 2025 3:10pm - 3:50pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Cosplay

3:40pm MST

Saboten, Cactus Taiko Performance
Sunday February 23, 2025 3:40pm - 4:10pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Performers
avatar for Saboten Taiko

Saboten Taiko

Taiko
Saboten Taiko's energy and enthusiasm has been entertaining Matsuri audiences since 2005.
Sunday February 23, 2025 3:40pm - 4:10pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Taiko

4:00pm MST

Sumuji Cafe Performance
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:00pm - 4:20pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Sumuji Cafe

Sumuji Cafe

Modern Japanese Dance, Cultural Arts
We are a maid cafe that perform at local anime related events.
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:00pm - 4:20pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Cultural Arts, Dance (Modern)

4:00pm MST

Shinobue with the Berrys
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:00pm - 4:30pm MST
Candyman Stage
Performers
avatar for Shinobue with the Berrys

Shinobue with the Berrys

Shinobue Music, Cultural Arts
Hear traditional and contemporary Japanese songs played on shinobue (Japanese bamboo flute). Tanyon and Lindsey Berry are classically trained musicians with a heart for international peoples and cultures.
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:00pm - 4:30pm MST
Candyman Stage
  Cultural Arts, Music (Traditional)

4:05pm MST

Surfing Godzillas, Retro J-Rock
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:05pm - 5:00pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for Surfing Godzillas

Surfing Godzillas

Japanese Rock n' Roll, Cultural Arts
Japanese Rock n Roll performed by the band, Surfing Godzillas
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:05pm - 5:00pm MST
Cultural Arts Stage
  Cultural Arts, Music (Modern)

4:20pm MST

Phoenix Taiko Kai Performance
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:20pm - 5:00pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
Performers
avatar for Phoenix Taiko Kai

Phoenix Taiko Kai

Taiko
Phoenix Taiko Kai shares unique and authentic Taiko songs from throughout Japan.
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:20pm - 5:00pm MST
Matsuri Amphitheater
  Taiko

4:25pm MST

JKF Shito-ryu Karate-do U.S.A.
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:25pm - 5:00pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
Performers
avatar for JKF Shito-ryu Karate-do U.S.A.

JKF Shito-ryu Karate-do U.S.A.

Martial Arts
The Japan Karate-do Shito-ryu group will be demonstrating classical Japanese/Okinawan martial arts. Our art is one of the 4 major styles of karate practiced in the world today. We also will be demonstrating Okinawan weapons arts known as Kobudo. Sensei Rabino, has been teaching in... Read More →
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:25pm - 5:00pm MST
SRP Martial Arts Stage
  Martial Arts

4:30pm MST

Soku-Shin Shakuhachi
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm MST
Candyman Stage
Performers
avatar for Soku-Shin

Soku-Shin

Shakuhachi, Cultural Arts
Traditional classic and new music played on Shakuhachi flute.
Sunday February 23, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm MST
Candyman Stage
  Cultural Arts, Music (Traditional)
 
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