

October 25 & 26
2025
we are back this year!
we look forward to seeing everyone soon!
JAPAN FAMILY DAY
Japan Family Day at Santa Anita Park was started as a way to introduce Japanese culture and interact with the people of Southern California.
Through the years, it has become one of the most popular Japanese family festivals in Southern California. Featuring cultural events, demonstrations, and food, Japan Family Day has something for everyone. So, be ready to observe, participate, and most of all, have fun.
Largest Japanese family
festival in socal
DATE
October 25th, Saturday &
October 26th, Sunday 2025
Gates open: 11:00 AM - Close: 5 PM
(Tokyo City Cup Stakes - Saturday, Oct. 25th)
LOcation
Santa Anita Park
285 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91007




WHAT to find in the festival

FOOD
Enjoy a selection of Japanese festival foods from local and Japan-based vendors in collaboration, along with sake to refresh your day!

POP CULTURE
Experience Japanese pop culture with anime, merch, and an exciting cosplay contest on stage! Cosplayers are welcome — join us as your favorite character!

ENTERTAInMENT
Don’t miss out Live Taiko performance at grand stand stage! Grab your food/drink, and watch the amazing performance in front of the racecourses!

FAMILY
Bring the whole family to our special fun area! Japan Family Day’s signature MATSURI section is packed with excitement — YO-YO fishing, character fishing games, character masks (Omen), and a bounce house await!

30th Anniversary Treasure Hunt & Giveaway
To celebrate our 30th anniversary, we’re hosting a special Treasure Hunt & Instagram Giveaway with limited prizes each day!
A total of 30 T-shirts and Tokyo City Cup goodies will be given away over the weekend — don’t miss your chance to win!
EAT + PLAY + FUN
Close peak: What's inside the event. Take a look our footage from our event!
get ready for Free giveaway!
Stay tuned!
meet SPECial AMBASSADORS
2025 TOKYO CITY CUP AMBASSADOR


Kimono styling by KIMONO BLOOM
Stay tuned!