Japan Festival took place in November 2025. Below is a record of what events took place as a part of the festival. Please watch our video to see more about the amazing time we had celebrating Japanese culture with communities in Ebbsfleet.
What's on...
An Evening of Japanese Music
Friday 7th November
7-9pm, Blue Bean Coffee Co, Castle Hill
Traditional and modern music performances on the koto & sangen by Ayako Hotta-Lister
FREE, All Ages Welcome
Book a table directly with Blue Bean to get a good seat! (booking not essential)
Japan Festival
Saturday 8th November
1-5pm, Springhead Park Primary
Family friendly art workshops led by local artists including ninja moves, sumi-e, badge-making, and much more!
FREE, All Ages Welcome
Workshops require booking to reserve a space
Family Film Night
Saturday 8th November
6-8pm, Springhead Park Primary
Community screening of My Neighbour Totoro
£2 per ticket – includes a snack!
All Ages Welcome
Japan Festival & Cosplay Competition
Saturday 15th November
2-7pm, Castle Hill Community Centre & a location TBC
Bespoke arts workshops led by visiting artists – masters of crafts including sushi, taiko drumming, and calligraphy. A traditional Japanese tea ceremony, free drop in activities such as manga, and a Cosplay competition to finish the day! We will also have a mini market where local vendors of Japanese products will be selling their items.
£3 per workshop
All Ages Welcome
Drop in activities and Cosplay competition are FREE
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