Experience Japanese Culture through music, dance, exhibits, arts, crafts, dance and food at the Cherry Blossom Festival on June 23 and 24 at Sakura Square in Denver.
Put on by the Sakura Foundation and Tri-State/Denver Buddist Temple, this is the 46th year of the festival.
It's also the only Japanese culture-focused festival in the region.
Admission to the festival is free.
Editor's Note: 9NEWS is a sponsor of the Cherry Blossom Festival.
Here's a look at some of the highlights:
- Outdoor live performances that include traditional Japanese dancing, singing, instrumental music, Taiko drum ensemble performances, judo, karate and aikido demonstrations
- Cultural demonstrations and lectures on topics such as ikebana (flower arranging), bonsai (tree sculpting) and Buddhist teachings
- Japanese-themed marketplace featuring jewelry, toys, artwork, pottery, accessories, clothing and anime
- An Arts & Eats Underground located under the Temple that will have live art demonstrations, somen (chilled noodles) and other snacks.
- A feast of Japanese cuisine including sushi, teriyaki burgers, manju, spam musubi, teriyaki chicken plate lunches and teriyaki beef bowls and sake and craft beer
The Cherry Blossom Festival takes place Saturday, June 23 from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Sunday, June 24, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. It is located at Sakura Square between 19th and Lawrence streets in downtown Denver. Admission is free.
