Soak up the sights, sounds, and tastes of Japan this June as the takes over the North plaza of the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Art Gallery for a weekend of food, shopping, and fun.
This year's edition, taking place June 8 and 9, will feature more food than before, with a tantalizing line-up of offerings for sale including okonomiyaki (Japanese pancakes), crepes, taiyaki, ice cream, matcha drinks, and more.
In addition, organizers say they will have over 70 participating vendors selling "unique Japanese-style crafts and merchandise."
Live entertainment already on deck for the marketplace festival will include "TATE" theatrical sword fighting, taiko drumming, dancing, and even karate demos. You can even pose for pics with a samurai who will be on-site. The full entertainment schedule is expected to be announced soon.
The first 50 people to enter the market on both days will receive $10 in Japan Market vouchers to spend at the festival.
The weather for the weekend event is shaping up to be perfect. V.I.A.'s Downtown Centre Weatherhood station, located at the festival site, has mostly sunny skies and a high of 22 C for Saturday and 20 C for Sunday in its current seven-day forecast.
Japan Market Summer Festival
When: June 8-9, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: North plaza of the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Art Gallery - 850 W Georgia St, Vancouver
Tickets: Will be available via 's website
