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16th Annual Japan America Kite Festival® 第16回 日米凧あげ大会

  • Sunday, October 14, 2012
  • 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • North Side of Seal Beach Pier (Seal Beach, CA)
 Southern California's Largest Kiting Event!

 

Sunday, October 14, 2012 11:00am to 4:30pm

Official Program

North Side of Seal Beach Pier
Seal Beach, CA MAP


Overflow parking is now available at SeaPort Marina Hotel in Long Beach! Click above "Parking Information" link to download a printable map and information on parking around the festival and overflow parking.

A free shuttle will operate from 9:15am to 5:30pm on October 14 from SeaPort Marina Hotel to the Japan America Kite Festival®!

Free Admission!


Come with family and friends to enjoy Japanese and international kites of all sizes and colors! Kite Workshop and games for Children, Japanese food & cultural booths, 50' x 100' Giant Show kites, Taiko drum performance, Martial arts demonstrations, Kite Candy Drops for kids, Kite Battles and Stunt Kite demonstrations and much more! 
Download the official program for more details.

As a part of the grand finale, we will have Japanese Bon Odori (traditional festival dance) at 4:00pm! 
Grab Uchiwa (Japanese fan), wear a Yukata (summer Kimono) or Happi (festival coat) and join the dance!

Co-presented by Japan America Society of Southern California and Up Up and Away Kite Club.




2012 Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Entertainment Stage Sponsor 
Nikkei Women Legacy Association


Official Airline Sponsor


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