Join the celebrations at the Experience Japan Festival on Sunday, 27th April!

The Experience Japan Festival will be returning to the picturesque surroundings of Farmleigh House in Phoenix Park on Sunday, 27th April 2025.

All IJA members are warmly invited to attend this vibrant, family-friendly event celebrating the rich cultural connection between Japan and Ireland. This year’s festival will showcase a special cultural programme highlighting three unique regions of Japan: Okinawa, Chichibu, and Miake.

Date: Sunday, 27th April 2025

Time: 12 – 4 PM

Venue: Farmleigh House, Phoenix Park, Dublin

• Get ready to be dazzled by Irish and Japanese music and dance performances on the Main Stage.
• Enjoy delicious treats offered by Japanese food vendors at the Food Court, from sweets to savoury. Of course, expect some classic options as well!
• Demonstrations from a mixture of martial arts which originated in Japan, and are practised here in Ireland.
• Enjoy a Treasure Hunt aimed at children or a more challenging Scavenger Hunt for adults!
• Take a tour of traditional Japanese crafts which have found a home in Ireland. Why not enjoy a calligraphy workshop and write your name in ink?
• The Festival’s tradition of reading haiku and poetry under the cherry blossom continues this year.
• Visit ‘Japanese Gaeltacht’ – a dedicated area in the Pleasure Gardens for practising your Japanese language skills, and meeting new friends!
• Cosplay Showcase: an opportunity to see many cosplayers all in one place!