Largest Japanese family festival in socal

JAPAN FAMILY DAY

Japan Family Day at Santa Anita Park was started as a way to introduce Japannese traditional culture and to interact with the people of Southern California.

Through the years, it has become one of the most popular spring festivals in southern California. Featuring cultural events and demonstrations, Japan Family Day has something for everyone. So, be ready to observe, participate and most of all, have fun.

DATE

CANCELED due to COVID-19

LOcation

Santa Anita Park

285 Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91007

DIRECTION

TIME

Gates open 11:00 AM - 5PM

TIME SCHEDULE

WHAT to find in the festival

FOOD

OKONOMIYAKI (Japanese pan cake) / TAKOYAKI (Octopus ball) / BBQ / SUSHI /CURRY RICE / YAKISOBA / TEA AND BAKERY / NIKUMAN (pork bun) / JAPANESE STYLE HOTDOG / RAMEN / SHAVED ICE / ICE CREAM / TAHI FOOD + MORE!!

CULTURE

Please enjoy and experience authentic Japanese traditional culture exhibit.

You can learn more about Japanse “Omotenashi (Japanese Hospitality)” through the workshops and performances. TEA CEREMONY / CALLIGRAPHY/ORIGAMI

ENTERTAIMENT

Don’t miss out stage performance at main stage all day! From Japanese traditional performing art , martial arts to cheer leading. You will be excited! Taiko drumming will be performed at grand stage before main race.

FAMILY

Special fun area for Kids and Families. Japan family day’s signature OMATSURI section has full of excitement such as YO-YO fishing game, character fishing game, Omen (character masks), bounce house and pony ride. Kids fun area also features ANIME/POP culture booths for Japanese pop culture fans.