2014 SM booklet(Original)

54th Annual
Sakura MatsuriJapanese Street Festival
2014 Program Book for sample of
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will be uploaded week before this
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Presented by
The Japan-America Society
of Washington DC
April 12, 2014
The Japan-America Society of Washington DC
Presents
The 54th Annual Sakura Matsuri
SPONSORS
PRESENTING SPONSORS
PARTICIPATING SPONSORS
SAKURA SPONSORS
The Japan-America Society of Washington DC
Presents
The 54th Annual Sakura Matsuri
SUPPORTERS
SPECIAL PARTNERS
MEDIA PARTNERS
SAKURA SUPPORTERS
MATSURI SUPPORTERS
The Bank of Tokyo - Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd.
Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association
Marubeni America Corporation
Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas)
Sumitomo Corporation of America
SUPPORTER
Chubu Electric Power Co.
ITOCHU International Inc.
Mitsui & Co. (USA), Inc
TAKATA (TK Holdings)
Washington CORE
Welcome to the 54th Annual Sakura
What is your interest? There are more than 100 exhibitions
Eat and Drink
Traditional Culture
Experience Japanese culture firsthand at Arts & Culture (Pg.1 - 2)
or Ginza Vendors! (Pg. 7)
Over 25 vendors in Taste of Japan (Pg.15)
and Sake/Beer/Culinary Arts Pavilions!
or grab a snack at Matsuri Market (Pg.6)
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and 40 performances at the festival! Check it out!
Performances
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Schedule! (Pg.13 - 14)
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Arts & Culture
Map
A WEST
3-27
■American Daiku̶ A 6
Come see their stunning booth of hand-made Japanese wood items and learn about
the tools and craft of Japanese woodworking.
■Beads Art (Olive and Daisy) ̶ A10
Come and browse Japanese style handmade bead jewelry with Japanese beads, and
gemstones.
■Chikako Designs ̶ A12
Chikako Designs offers a line of unique designs that include handbags, accessories,
clothing, men's neckties and infant clothing. All of Chikako's designs are inspired by a
combination of her Asian heritage and Western upbringing.
■DC Area Go Clubs ̶ A19
Join local Go players as they teach and demonstrate the ancient strategy game GO.
GO is the last bastion where computers have yet to match human experts.
■East Japan Railway Company ̶ A14
Demonstrating high-end models of trains, distributing tourism flyers, and playing 3D
video about shinkansen high speed trains and tourism in Japan.
■Ekoji Buddhist Temple: The Temple of the Gift of Light ̶ A7
Come meet fellow Buddhists and learn about upcoming seminars, events, classes and
services on Buddhism. There will be chanting the Juseige at 11:30 am as the festival
opens.
■Heavenly Cranes Jewelry ̶ A11
Japanese washi paper is used as beads and combined with sterling silver and gold,
glass beads and other elements to create a very elegant assortment of jewelry. There
will also be demonstrations of how to use washi paper in small detail work with jewelry
pieces every 2 hours!
■Ishida Bonsai ̶ A25
Demonstrate the enjoyment that bonsai can bring to your life and how to properly care
for your bonsai.
■Japan Railroad Modelers of Washington DC ̶ A15
Come and see JRM's large model train layout depicts stylized railway operation and
scenes from Japan. Shinkansens, express, local and freight trains are operated in 4
separate lines on the layout.
■Japanese American Veterans Association (JAVA) ̶ A8
Meet veterans and learn about the significance of their sacrifice and contribution to the
building of this great nation.
■Japanese Americans' Care Fund/San-J ̶ A9
Enjoy Japanese cooking demonstrations throughout the day and learn about
how the Care Fund is caring for the community. Cooking demonstrations are
sponsored by San - J Shoyu.
■Japanese Craft & More ̶ A26
Come and learn to make crafts with origami. Let us show the heart ‒ Kokoro ‒ of Japan
and say arigato!
■Japanese Dolls and Crafts School ̶ A21
Learn about and admire the results of the traditional craft of Japanese doll making made with wood carving, mending, silk materials, paste, and a tucking process.
No sewing is required!
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■Karuta ̶ Japanese card game using ancient poems ̶ A20
Kyogi Karuta, or competitive Karuta is a unique Japanese card game using ancient
poems. It is an ultimate brain sport of memorization, concentration and speed.
■Let's Learn Japanese! ̶ A23
Learn Japanese or practice it, along with calligraphy performances and much more.
Sponsored by the JCAW Foundation.
■NASCAR driver Akinori Ogata ̶ A27
Come and meet the only Japanese driver on the NASCAR circuit. Learn his stories, share
his love of speed and take a picture with him!
■NCSS 2014 Cherry Blossom Queens & Princesses ̶ A22
Come visit the Cherry Blossom Queen & Princesses visiting from across the United
States, Territories, and International Embassies. Many will be at the tent for photo ops
with all visitors.
■NHK WORLD TV ̶ A16 NHK WORLD TV is the English TV channel of NHK,
Japan's Public Broadcasting Corporation. NHK World broadcasts live News and cultural
programs with an emphasis on what's happening in Japan and around Asia.
■Nippon Kodo ̶ A17
Come learn about the importance of incense in the Japanese culture and
browse several different varieties to bring home and enjoy yourself!
■Nishiura Style ̶ A18
Come by to enjoy one of Japan s traditional culture Incense Ceremony and beauty of
space - Art of Incense Experience the melody of incense and
listen to your spiritual sound.
■Sakura Science ̶ A3
Sakura Science demonstrations will include exploration of the micro world using a
tabletop electron microscope: "Geo-scope", an interactive digital content on a touch
screen PC to access various earth observation data, science experiments of a stone
bridge and rotational moments, language translation service for cellphones.
■Shabana Origami & Kumihimo Jewelry ̶ A24
Learn the art of origami using Chiyogami Washi paper to create whimsical jewelry,
including sakura pins and earrings. Also learn traditional Kumihimo Japanese
braiding for art-to-wear pendants and bracelets.
■TOMODACHI Initiative ̶ A4
The TOMODACHI Initiative is a public-private partnership, born out of support for
Japan's recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, that invests in the next generation of Japanese and American leaders through educational and cultural exchanges as
well as leadership programs.
■Washington Japanese Language School (WJLS) ̶ A5
WJLS conducts workshops and demonstrations of Japanese calligraphy.
JAPANESE LANGUAGE SCHOOL
The Japan-America Society Language School, now in its 54th year, is the oldest Japanese language school in
the area. All teachers are native Japanese speakers. Classes meet once a week (for 1.5 hours) and are
conducted in the evening in the Society s language classrooms at 1819 L Street NW, conveniently located near
the Farragut North and Farragut West Metro stations in downtown DC.
-2014 Semester Schedule-
●Spring Semester : April 28 - July 3
Registration for Spring Semester starts in April, more
information JASWDC website, www.jaswdc.org .
にほんご
We offer a range of classes from beginner to advanced. Our classes range from Japanese 101
(no previous study require to上級現代日本語 class with students who are fluent and candiscuss/
debate in Japanese. We have many class levels in between as well.
Children’s Corner
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Come and experience Japanese culture with a
wide range of hands-on activities for children.
・Origami
・Calligraphy
・Chopsticks Challenge
・Sakura Paintings
・Shogi: Japanese Chess
and more.....
Children’s Corner Stage Schedule
Presented by McDonald’s
11:15 Kamishibai ̶ Japanese Storytelling
12:00 Akihiro Kawaguchi - Shamisen
̶ Learn about the Japanese Banjo
1:00
NASCAR Driver Akinori Ogata
2:00
Sam - balloon ̶ Learn Japanese with Balloon Making
2:30
Chin Hamaya ̶ Ryukyu Daiko, Taiko Workshop
3:30
Chef Saito from NHK Program: Dining with the Chef
5:00
Kamishibai ̶ Japanese Storytelling
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-Featured Pavilion-
NEW!!
Culinary Arts Pavilion
NEW!!
Washoku, or Japanese Cuisine, was designated a UNESCO Intangible
Cultural Heritage last year. The Culinary Arts Pavilion is a great opportunity to
learn about Japanese ingredients and how to use them in your own cooking.
Located on 11th Street in the heart of Taste of Japan.
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Stage Schedule
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12：00-12:45
Cookpad presents Cooking Demonstration
Japanese Vegetables in American Style
with Chef Higashijima from Perrys Restaurant in Adams Morgan.
1:00-1:30
Hakutsuru: Learn About Japanese Sake
Japanese Sake and American Food Pairing
with Sake Sommlier Gaku Saito
2:00 - 2:45
NHK Presents Cooking Demontration
The Life of Washoku ̶ Dashi
with Celebrity Chef Tatsuo Saito from NHK World:
Dining with the Chef.
3:00 - 3:30 Celebration of Japanese Food
Japanese cuisine is very important to the culture and
celebration of holidays and milestones being
celebrated. Come learn what foods are enjoyed with
different celebrations.
4:00 - 4:45
Cookpad presents Cooking Demonstration
Japanese Homestyle Cooking Made Easy
with Chef Michael Simkin from New York.
-Featured Spot-
Matsuri Market
Map
M 3 ・ 13 ・ 16
WEST CENTRAL EAST
Matsuri
Market
Grab a variety of Japanese snacks and sodas!
Try making your own cotton candy. There s lots of fun in
making it! Japanese masks, T-shirts and nice souvenirs
always sell out!
www.hakutsuru-sake.com
300ML (10.1 FL.OZ.)
info@hakutsuru-america.com
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Ginza Marketplace
Map
1-15
ＧWEST
■Arise Bazaar ̶ G 2
Enjoy browsing the widest selection of Japanese kimono, antiques, and gifts.
Full kimono outfits include dressing at the festival.
■Aurora Bath and Jewels/Capitol Cherry Blossom ̶ G10
Capitol Cherry Blossom soaps, candles, bath products, fizzy Bath Bombs, teas,
gift packs and various Cherry Blossom accessories, handcrafted in
Washington,DC.
■Best Seminar ̶ G12
Best Seminar is an online school for Japanese children in the US to learn
Japanese through a Japanese curriculum while working directly with a teacher
through Skype. Come see how it works!
■Fired Up Dichroic Designs & Julie B's Jewels ̶ G 8
Hand Crafted Art Glass Jewelry, made with dichroic glass and chiyogami cherry
blossoms designs.
■Greentea Design ̶ G15
Offering authentic Japanese merchandise such as hand fans, large wall fans,
parasols, brush paint wall scrolls. We also sell Japanese animation cosplay
items including jewelry, costume and wood swords.
■J-Wave ̶ G5 - 6 G13 - 14
Wide selection of Japanese kawaii stationary, kokeshi dolls and costumes.
■Kiteya Soho ̶ G 4
Authentic Japanese fashion accessories and kimonos directly from Kyoto.
■Kyoto Kimono ̶ G 9
Offering authentic, vintage kimono robes and jackets from Kyoto, as well as
decor items and accessories made from vintage Japanese textiles.
■National Cherry Blossom Festival ̶ A13West J9East
Come browse our two locations at 9th and 13th streets for a wide selection of
Official National Cherry Blossom Festival Merchandise.
■Sarah Pei's Paintings & Pearls ̶ G 3
Japanese and Chinese style paintings and scrolls, hand-made oriental style
jewelry.
■Tomoe Sakura ̶ G 1
Hand-made custom 'Tenugui' and other custom-made cloth gift items
featuring Japanese style motifs, produced by Tomoe Senko, a traditional
'dyeing ' company from Iwate, Japan.
■Turbopolis ̶ G 7
A local artist demonstrates how to paint cherry blossom landscapes with a
palette knife and acrylic paints and has his artwork for sale.
■Yoko Dana Kimono ̶ G11
Authentic vintage Japanese kimonos, fabrics, kanzashi and other hand-made
accessories & decor items made from vintage kimono fabrics.
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Performing Artists
Music, Dance, Other
This year the Sakura Matsuri will feature over 25 hours of live musical and dance
performances on three stages: ANA's Pennsylvania Avenue Stage near 13th street;
the Sakura Stage on 10th Street; and J-Pop Stage, in front of the FBI Building at 9th
Street.
In addition, over 200 martial artists will be demonstrating their skills all day on the
Martial Arts Stage on 12th Street, in front of the Federal Triangle Metro.
Performers from Japan
AUN J Classic Orchestra 4:45-5:15 at Pennsylvania Stage
AUN J Classic Orchestra incorporates all the major Japanese traditional
musical instruments - taiko, shamisen , koto, shaku-hachi, shinobue and
narimono. Twin brothers Ryohei and Kohei formed AUN - J to convey
the concept that music has no borders, but nationalities, enjoy sharing
the beauty of Japanese culture through its musical instruments.
Tsugaru Shamisen - Dois HAZUKI 11:45-12:00 at Sakura Stage
1:45-2:00 at Pennsylvania Stage
The members of HAZUKI are Ko Takahashi and Misao Habu. Ko won the 1st place
in the All-Japan Tsugaru Shamisen contest in Tokyo in 2001 and Misao received
three crowns in the All-Japan Tsugaru Shamisen contest in 2012 and 2013.
They met at Aomori Japanese Folk Song Festival in 2011 and have been working
together since then.
HIDEKING project
11:30-12:00 at J-Pop Stage 3:45-4:15 at Pennsylvania Stage
The Sakura Matsuri is proud to announce that HIDEKING project is
traveling to the Festival for their first US performance! They are an
energetic J-pop group that will heat up the Sakura Matsuri with their
passionate songs and electrifying moves!
Stand-up Comedinne- Kaori
4:30-4:45 at Pennsylvania Stage
We are very happy to have at the Festival this year, the Japanese stand-up
comedienne Kaori! She s a veteran of both the Tokyo and New York comedy
club scenes and can make you laugh in two languages!
Le Siana
1:15-1:30 at J-Pop Stage 3:15-3:30 at Pennsylvania Stage
Le Siana is a Japanese girl group from Nara City who are making the
Sakura Matsuri their US debut performance! Come see these energetic
girls sing and dance and you will fall in love with them as Japan has!
Tamagawa University Dance and Taiko Group
2:15-3:00 at Pennsylvania Stage
It is our annual honor to welcome Tamagawa University Dance and
Taiko Group to the Sakura Matsuri. Their thundering taiko drumming is
a perennial favorite! Enjoy the new performances of drummers and
dancers from Tamagawa University, one of the top-ranking taiko
groups in Japan .
-Culinary Arts Pavilion-
Performing Artists
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12:00-12:45 at Culinary Arts Pavilion
Chef Hironobu Higashijima is a Japanese chef working at Perrys Restaurant
here in Washington, DC. He will demonstrate a recipe from Cookpad on stage;
the recipe will be available afterwards on Cookpad the website that has
translated Japanese recipes into English. www.en.cookpad.com
2:00-2:45 at Culinary Arts Pavilion
With special thanks to NHK World, we are pleased to present Chef
Tatsuo Saito, star of the cooking show Dining with the Chef ! At the
Culinary Arts Pavilion he will demonstrate how dashi (soup stock) is
used in Japanese food and how it is the foundation for many washoku
dishes (Japanese cooking).
Other Performing Artists
■Anime USA Cosplay Fashion Show
J-Pop Stage
Anime USA, a local anime convention taking place in the fall, displays Japanese Anime
inspired costumes to teach about Anime and cosplay culture.
■The Asterplace
J-Pop Stage
Entertainment rock show with solid J-Rock. The Asterplace will cover some of your
favorite anime songs.
■Chin Hamaya Daiko
Sakura Stage
J-Pop Stage
Chin Hamaya promotes 'Peace through understanding each other's cultures.' As the
Ryukyu spirit fills you, enjoy the beat of the taiko drums, the elegance of Eisa music, the
excitement of the shisa dance, as well as some modern surprises along the way!
■DJ MASA
J-Pop Stage
A Japanese DJ who specializes in Electro-House/Techno Pop including J-pop and
Anime tracks. His works have landed him DJ sets at various Anime conventions in DC,
Baltimore and NYC. He will spin Anime/J-pop tracks from classics to current hits.
■Frances Nakachi Ryubu Dojo
Sakura Stage
Come and enjoy the traditional and newly choreographed Okinawan dances. Feel the
strong energy and faith in life and celebrate for their rich culture in Okinawan music
and art.
■Hitomi & Rainbow Bubble
Sakura Stage
J-Pop Stage
Hitomi & Rainbow Bubble sing and dance some of Hitomi Himekawa's original songs
‒ with some members doing solo performances!
■2014 Japan Bowl
J-Pop Stage
The National Japan Bowl® is a Japanese language and culture competition for
American high school students. Competitors join students from Keio Academy of NY to
dance to the hit song, "Koi suru Fortune Cookie."
■Keisho Center - Songs of Japan
Sakura Stage
Washington Japanese Heritage Center will sing songs of Japan from the 8th to 21st
centuries to celebrate this occasion. Songs help children form linguistic foundations,
and develop a will become lifetime cultural and nostalgic asset.
■Kizuna - Taiko Trio
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ANA Pennsylvania Stage
Kizuna, a DC-based taiko trio, presents their own vision of Japanese drumming,
combining traditional elements with modern rhythms and sensibilities. Kizuna is
Paul Bodnar, Kristen Koyama and Mark H Rooney.
■Nen Daiko
Sakura Stage
Enjoy a mix of traditional festival songs as well as more contemporary
compositions that use taiko, fue (bamboo flute), and other narimono (percussion
instruments).
■Okinawan Taiko Drummers of Wisconsin
Sakura Stage
This group of high school students from Madison, Wisconsin will perform both
modern and traditional Okinawan Taiko Drumming. They have performed at Sakura
Matsuri for 10 years.
■The Shizumi Kodomo Dance Troupe
ANA Pennsylvania Stage
The Shizumi Kodomo Dance Troupe dances to the traditional Sakura song and
modern variations that celebrate the arrival of spring. Other songs reference young
rabbits, butterflies, harbingers of spring.
■Shodo (Calligraphy) Performance (Near Let s Learn Japanese Tent)
A 23
WEST
A team of students from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
(TJHSST) perform calligraphy on a giantsheet of paper (9 x16 ft) with dance and music.
■Tamagusuku-ryu Shosetsu-kai & Shosetsu Michiko no Kai
Sakura Stage
Okinawa, the southernmost prefecture of Japan, is an island with wonderful and rich
culture. Performances include a classical court, traditional folk, and lively children's
dance (warabincha).
■UMCP JASA
Sakura Stage
Japanese American Student Association at UMCP will perform and discuss the Soran
Bushi, traditional Hokkaido fishermen dance.
■UZUHI
J-Pop Stage
A Japanese punk rock group from New York City bring their energetic, happy show
back to the Festival!
■Washington D.C. Kimono Club / Atelier Kanawa
Sakura Stage
Come and enjoy a kimono fashion show / dressing demonstration which offers many
types of kimono for different occasions, young to adult.
■Washington Toho Koto Society
ANA Pennsylvania Stage
■The World of Okinawa Sanshin
ANA Pennsylvania Stage
The Washington Toho Koto Society performs a variety of folk music, ancient songs and
children s music on the Koto (a 13-stringed instrument in the zither family).
This group performs traditional classical and folk music and dance from the Okinawa
Prefecture of Japan. Musical instruments include the Sanshin, Taiko Drums, and Samba.
■Yamatai
Sakura Stage
There's nothing like the raw energy of Japanese taiko drums!
If you've never experienced this sonic sensation, prepare to be blown away!
■Yosakoi Dance
J-Pop Stage
The students of State University of NY at Geneseo present an exciting Yosakoi dance
performance.
■Yosakoi Dance Project - 10tecomai
ANA Pennsylvania Stage
J-Pop Stage
Now in their 10th year, 'Yosakoi Dance project - 10tecomai' continues their ongoing
goal of showing the uplifting, energetic Japanese dance style of Yosakoi to audiences
all over the United States.
■Aikido of Arlington
Martial Arts Stage on 12th Street
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Demonstration of a variety of techniques, including what to do to gain control if being
attacked. They will also show weapons (jos / bokkens) and open handed techniques.
■Capital Area Budokai
This group will highlight various aspects of Naginata practices including basic and
advanced forms as well as sparring in Bogu (protective body armor).
■Capital Area Jodokai
The Capital Area Jodokai will show a 400-year-old art, Shindo Muso Ryu Jo, which
illustrates the use of a staff versus Japanese sword. They will also demonstrate affiliated
arts showcasing jutte, kusarigama, tanjo and sword.
■Classical Japanese Martial Arts
Yagyu Shinkage Ryu Heiho (swordsman and variety of other martial disciplines); Jiki
Shinkage Ryu Kenjutsu (swordsmanship);Shindo Muso Ryu Jojutsu(feudal period police
staff and sword arts).
■Heaven and Earth Aikido
They will demonstrate traditional Aikido martial arts. It will involve, multiple attackers
attacking the instructor and a weapons demonstration by the group.
■Hobyokan - Demonstration of Classical Japanese Martial Arts
Demonstrating the following classical Japanese martial schools: Yagyu Shinkage Ryu
heiho (swordsman and a variety of other martial disciplines); Jiki Shinkage Ryu Kenjutsu
(swordsmanship); Shindo Muso Ryu Jojutsu (feudal period police staff and sword arts).
■KenKonKai Dojo - Japanese Sword Martial Arts
A demonstration of Japanese sword kata and cutting form Nakamura Ryu Batto Do and
Mugai Ryu Iaihyodo.
■Students of NoVA Traditional Okinawan Isshinryu Karate Club
Students will demonstrate traditional Okinawan Karate-Do, including kihon (basic sets),
kata (defensive sets), kobudo (use of traditional Okinawan farm implements for selfdefense), kumite (two person practice) and tameshiwari (testing effectiveness on solid
objects).
■Sugawara Sogo Budo Katori Shinto Ryu
Katori Shinto Ryu teachers licensed by Sugawara Sensei perform a demonstration of
traditional Japanese weapon arts, including the sword, short sword, staff, spear, and
naginata.
■Ten Shin Ichi Ryu
This is a traditional and peaceful Japanese martial art. TSIR founder, Shiro Shintaku, will
demonstrate Japanese sword and other traditional weapons along with several TSIR
students. Children will demonstrate their karate skills.
■Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu
Beginning with solo sword-drawing forms, the group will demonstrate prearranged
sword, staff, naginata, and spear forms.
■Tenshinsho Jigen Ryu Hyouho Keishokai
Tenshinsho Jigenryu Hyouho was initiated about a thousand years ago and it is one of
the oldest martial arts in Japan. It is a school of martial arts, teaching arts such as Japanese sword fighting, Iai-jutsu, Jujitsu, spear and Nagamaki. Headquarters are in
Kasukabe, Japan with branches in MD, VA, WV and Florida.
■Traditional Japanese Ninpo
The systems of Ninpo (Ninjutsu), Jujutsu, Ko Ryu Karate will be demonstrated, as well as
traditional Japanese weapons like Katana, Bo, Yari, Naginata, Kusari.
■Virginia Kyudo Renmei
12th Street
Come to watch a continuous rotation of group shooting (embu no dose)
demonstrating the individual and group dynamics which kyudo demands of its J-Pop Stage
practitioners.
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Stage Performance Schedule
Time
ANA Pennsylvania Ave Stage
Sakura Stage
11:00
Introduction
イントロダクション
UMCP JASA
メリーランド大学カレッジパーク
日米学生連合
Washington Toho Koto Society
ワシントン桐朋琴ソサエティ
（琴）
Keisho Center - Songs of Japan
ワシントン日本語継承センター
（合唱 - 日本のうた）
The World of Okinawa Sanshin
沖縄三線の世界
Tsugaru Shamisen - Dois HAZUKI
ハズキ
（津軽三味線）
11:15
11:30
11:45
12:00
12:15
Ambassador Sasae's Remarks
佐々江在米日本大使
ご挨拶
12:30
12:45
Yosakoi Dance Project - 10tecomai
よさこいダンスプロジェクト
10テコマイ
1:00
1:15
1:30
1:45
2:00
2:45
Tsugaru Shamisen - Dois HAZUKI
ハズキ
（津軽三味線）
Tamagawa University Dance and Taiko
Troupe
玉川大学
（舞踊と太鼓）
3:30
Le Siana
ルシャナ
（奈良ご当地アイドルユニット）
3:45
4:00
Tamagusuku Ryu Senjukai
Frances Nakachi Ryubu Dojo
玉城流扇寿会 フランシス・ナカチ琉舞道場
Cherry Blossom Princesses
桜プリンセス
Tenshinsho Jigen Ryu
天眞正自源流
Okinawan Taiko Drummers of Wisconsin
ウィスコンシン沖縄太鼓ドラマー
3:00
3:15
Chin Hamaya Daiko
チン・ハマヤ
（琉球太鼓）
Shizumi Kodomo Dance Troupe
静美こども舞踊団
2:15
2:30
Yamatai - Japanese Drum
ヤマタイ
（和太鼓）
HIDEKING Project
ヒデキング プロジェクト
Nen Daiko
念太鼓
（和太鼓の演奏）
Hitomi & Rainbow Bubble
ヒトミ & レインボーバブル
4:15
4:30
Kaori - Stand-up Comedienne
カオリ
（コメディアン）
4:45
5:00
AUN-J Taiko Drum Duo
和太鼓デュオ: アウン- J
Tamagusuku-ryu Shosetsukai DC, LA and
Senjukai Hawaii
玉城流 翔節会 DC, LA ＆ 扇寿会ハワイ
5:15
5:30
5:45
Kizuna - Taiko Trio
和太鼓トリオ: 絆
Washington DC Kimono Club
Fashion Show
ワシントンDC着物クラブ
ファッションショー
Stage Performance Schedule
Time
J-Pop Stage
11:00
Introduction
イントロダクション
11:15
Yosakoi Dance
よさこいダンス
11:30
11:45
HIDEKING project
ヒデキングプロジェクト
12:00
The Asterplace
アスタープレイス
12:45
1:00
1:15
1:30
2014 Japan Bowl
2014 ジャパンボウル
Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu
天心香取神道流
Sugawara Sogo Budo Katori Shinto Ryu
菅原総合武道
香取神道流
Ten Shin Ichi Ryu
天心一流
Le Siana
ルシャナ
（奈良ご当地アイドルユニット）
Aikido of Arlington
アーリントン合気道
1:45
2:00
Classical Japanese Martial Arts
日本の伝統武術
Tenshinsho Jigen Ryu Hyoho Keishokai
天眞正自源流
兵法継承会
12:15
12:30
Martial Arts Stage
UZUHI
Japanese Punk Rockers
ウズヒ
2:15
2:30
2:45
3:00
3:15
Hitomi & Rainbow Bubble
ヒトミ＆レインボーバブル
Capital Area Jodokai/Budokai
キャピタルエリア杖道会/武道会
Anime USA
Cosplay Fashion Show
アニメ USA
コスプレファッションショー
3:30
3:45
4:00
4:15
Yosakoi Dance Project - 10tecomai
よさこいダンスプロジェクト
10テコマイ
Chin Hamaya
チン・ハマヤ
（琉球太鼓）
4:30
4:45
The Asterplace
アスタープレイス
5:00
NoVA Traditional Okinawan Isshinryu Karate
Club
北バージニア
一心流沖縄伝統空手クラブ
Ken Kon Kai
-Japanese Sword Martial Arts
剣魂会 - 日本抜刀道
Traditional Japanese Ninpo
伝統的な日本の忍法
5:15
5:30
5:45
DJ Masa
DJマサ
Heaven & Earth Aikido
ヘブン＆アース
合気道
14
15
Taste of Japan Area
Map
T
CENTRAL
1-30
Japanese Food Vendors
●Hama Sushi ̶
T8
Yakitori, sushi, ika gesso, yakisoba and miso soup.
●Hanami Chaya ̶
和食
T14
Fresh addition to the festival. Try their vegan and pork-stuffed nikuman buns.
●Maneki Neko ̶
T4
Takoyaki, okonomiyai, yakisoba, tempura udon, ramen soup, and onigiri.
●Matuba ̶
T15
Squid kushiyaki, yakisoba/udon noodle, eel/chicken teriyaki(regular or spicy)/tempura donburi.
Japanese sweets - kashiwamochi. Bottled water and soda to drink.
●Minamoto Kitchoan—
T28
Japanese confectionary store (Wagashi) carries high quality confectionary goods that
sym bolize the joy and harmony of all four seasons.
●Satsuma ̶
T12
Japanese street favorites of oden, rice cakes, taiyaki, and tonjiru.
●Sushi Express ̶
T23
Sukiyaki don, sushi, and onigiri. Also mochi (rice cakes) and other Japanese snacks.
●Sushi Taro ̶
T21
Grilled octopus, grilled pork belly, tempura onigiri, osaka ikayaki, yakitori, pork bun
●Tako Grill ̶
T22
Japanese favorites takoyaki, okonomiyaki, okonomi yakisoba and ikayaki.
●Tokyo Grille ̶
T25
●Very Maccha ̶
T29
Yakisoba, chicken teriyaki, chahan (fried rice), California and cucumber sushi rolls and spring
rolls.
Presenting various green tea (maccha) pastries. Green tea is rich in nutrients, such as vitamins
and fiber. Come enjoy delicious pastry and be healthy!
●Yosaku Restaurant ̶
T17
Taiyaki, sukeroku - sushi (futomaki, inari), gyu-don, chicken donbori, and curry rice.
Asian Food Vendors
●Asia Nine Bar and Lounge ̶
東洋
T26
Chicken yakitori, yakisoba and teriyaki buns. Pom lemonade and green tea for drinks.
●Asian Grille ̶
T24
Grilled chicken, crispy rolls, fried rice and lo mein. Soda and water to drink.
●Food Fest ̶
T3
Hot chicken on a stick, vegetable fried rice and lo mein; vegetable egg roll and pad thai.
Topping off smoothie or sticky rice with mango for dessert. Thai iced tea; soda and water.
●Greedie Chicken / Moom Maam ̶ T1
Chicken on a stick, lo mein, pad thai, fried rice, egg roll, and corn dogs. Lemonade, Thai iced tea,
soft drinks and bottled water.
16
T18 T19
●Sawasdi Grill ̶
Two booths of pad thai; vegetable lo-mein and fried rice; grilled chicken on a stick; egg rolls.
Soda, bottled water, fresh squeezed lemonade and strawberry lemonade and Thai iced tea.
●T.K. Grill ̶
T20 Hot and fresh chicken teriyaki, fried rice and noodles; and egg rolls.
●The Chicken Smells Good ̶
T16
Stir fried beef or chicken with rice; chicken on a stick; vegetable pad thai and vegetable rolls.
Warm, sweet funnel cakes for dessert. Thai iced tea, lemonade, soda, and water to drink.
●Yoshi ̶
T18
Chicken or beef teriyaki over rice; vegetable tempura or fried rice, lo-mein noodles and chicken
wings. Squeezed lemonade and soft drinks.
●Yummy Food Corner & Grill ̶ T10
T11
Two locations of chicken yakitori, yakisoba, fried rice, spring rolls, pad thai, and corn dogs. Fruit
smoothies, lemonade and snow cones for a tasty dessert!
Western Food Vendors
●Eastern Star Catering ̶
西洋
T2
Chicken/lamb/beef gyro, chicken tenders/fries, chicken wings/fries, shrimp basket/fries, Italian
Sausage; Polish sausage; Philly steaks; hot dogs, hamburger, corn dog, turkey legs, french fries,
homemade potato chips. Funnel cakes and fried Oreos. Squeezed lemona-de, soft drinks and
smoothies.
●Nader's Bistro and Grill ̶
T7
Gyros, grilled chicken Greek salads; falafel with pita bread, Mediterranean sausages. Philly
cheese steaks; hot dogs and corn dogs, butterfly chips. Funnel cake and Mediterranean
pastries for dessert. Freshly squeezed lemonade and soft drinks.
●Simply Chefs ̶
T5
Cajun catfish baskets, alligator baskets, clam strips, crab cakes, Cajun shrimp. Nachos, chicken
tenders with fries, shaved rib-eye, corndogs, and fries all on their own! A variety of sodas and
drinks.
Simply Sweets
●Capitol Kettle Corn
甘味
̶ T27
Freshly popped kettle corn, pink velvet funnel cakes and leche lemonade.
●Dolci Gelati ̶
T6
T31
Two locations serving delicious gelato with a Japanese flair: red bean, vanilla, cherry blossom,
green tea, mandarin and dark chocolate. Also serving mango sorbetto.
●Nut n Better ̶
T9 T30
Two locations to tempt your sweet tooth, serving cinnamon roasted almonds, pecans, and
various other roasted nuts.
Sayonara, Gluten.
Hello, Genuine Asian Flavors.
San-J Gluten Free Tamari Soy Sauces
and Asian Cooking Sauces
www. san-j.com
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■Alicia s Anime ̶
Map
J
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J14
Video game and anime t-shirts, Hello Kitty bag and accessories and adorable kimmi dolls.
■Anime Gift ̶
J3
J4
A varied selection of anime plushies and merchandise, wall scrolls, Japanese crafts,
umbrellas, traditional arts and Japanese crafts.
■HKT Inc. / Mugen Toys ̶
J15
Direct importer of Japanese animation and character products, specializing in
gashapons and prize items.
■Holy Cow Anime ̶
J16
Specializing in rare and hard to find Japanese anime: such as Sailor Moon, Trigun, Card-captors,
Tenchi Muyo, Digimon, and more! We carry t-shirts, figures, plush, Keychains, and other
collectibles. Holy Cow Anime: where it s Cool to be Old School.
■I Heart Guts ̶
J5
Transplant love back into your relationship with bizarre and adorable internal organ plush toys by
I Heart Guts, the brainchild of an anatomy-obsessed illustrator. Hearts, brains, lungs and more!
■IT Cosplay ̶
J6
Anime costumes, cosplay accessories, necklace, key chains, hats, and wigs, and so much more!
■Kat s Anime Hats ̶
J14
Hand-made video games and anime-inspired hats, origami necklaces and other
accessories. Super Takos available for adoption!
■Modern Japanese Studies Program at Hokkaido University ̶
J12
Learn about Hokkaido University and its brand new Bachelor's Degree program called the Modern
Japanese Studies Program.
■Modondi ̶
J 7 Japanese inspired apparel and accessories.
■ShopKawaii.com ̶
J2
A wide variety of cute Japanese designs on stationery, stickers, pen, pencils, purse, bags, key
chains, etc. Authentic San-X Rilakkuma, Sentimental Circus, Sumikko Gurashi, Mamegoma.
■SigToys ̶
J 17
A wide selection of Japanese toys, figures, video game- related merchandise, plush toys & dolls.
Also carrying anime trading figures & jewelry.
■Studio Kitsu ̶
J18 Hand-made plush items, hats and other accessories.
■STUDY ABROAD in JAPAN- International Christian University (ICU)̶
J10
ICU was the first Japanese university to adopt the word international in its name, and it aims at
mutual understanding at the international level through rigorous academic principles.
■ThunderKid Manga ̶
J1
Very cute made-for-kids comic series done manga-style! Check the unique line featuring toys,
posters, stationary, apparel, and more! Plus, get your picture taken with the ThunderKids
themselves!
■Temple University ̶
J11
Japan Campus is the oldest and largest foreign university in Japan and is the first institution to be
officially recognized as a Foreign University by Japan's Ministry of Education.
■JASU ̶
J8
Come enjoy the festival games of the Japanese-American Student Union, a group of Japanese
students attending college here in the DC area.
■AT & T Pavilion ̶ AT&T is proud to present photo customized coozies in Japan Now!
Come on down and get your photo taken and have it placed on a coozie to take home. AT&T is a
proud sponsor of the Japan WOW! Pavilion.
■Washington D.C. Kimono Club / Atelier Kanawa ̶
J13
Come and learn about kimono, its customs and tradition. Certified Kimono consultant ‒ Atelier
Kanawa will further introduce about the club, as well as her traditional arts and crafts.
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3/20/14 3:30 PM
The 54th Annual Sakura Matsuri
- Japanese Street Festival Ambassador John Malott
Marc Hitzig
Sachiko Tsunoda ‒ Bedford
Colette H. Fozard
Nozomi Saeki
Beverly Steele
Meng Xu
Festival Chairman
Festival Director
Festival Director of Japanese Relations
Director of Festival Operations
Director of Marketing
Festival Assistant
Volunteer Coordinator
The Japan-America Society of Washington DC
1819 L Street NW, 2B Level
Washington, DC 20036
202-833-2210
www.jaswdc.org
National Cherry Blossom Festival
Festival Sponsors
Leadership Circle
Host Sponsors
Special Thanks to Festival Partner
Festival Associates
National Cherry Blossom Festival